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The Grand Désert glacier at the highest point of the municipality of Nendaz on Rosablanche in the mountains of the Valais is 2.25 km long.

Grand Désert glacier at a glance

At 3336 m Rosablanche is the highest point of the municipality of Nendaz in the mountains of the Valais and this is where the 2.25 km long Grand Désert glacier is located. It can be reached on hiking trails starting at Lac de Cleuson or from the Grande Dixence dam. If you take the path from Lac de Cleuson, a stop at Lac du Grand Désert is not to be missed. Its water comes directly from the glacier.

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  • Nendaz Nendaz-Veysonnaz summer shuttle

    Hop on the summer shuttle to get from Nendaz to Veysonnaz.The bus runs once every morning, leaving... from CHF 13
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    valid: 27.06.2026 - 05.09.2026

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  • Nendaz 4 Vallées

    The 4 Vallées ski area brings together the mountain resorts of Nendaz, Veysonnaz, Thyon, Verbier, La... from CHF 79
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    valid: 21.06.2026 - 03.11.2027

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  • Nendaz Nendaz Trekking (Short trek)

    Spend your nights in the heart of the mountains, staying in huts nestled in idyllic spots between... from CHF 180
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    valid: 05.07.2026 - 05.09.2026

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  • Nendaz Autumn Gourmet Trail

    Enjoy an easy walk along the bisses in the fall.This scenic route of around 12 kilometres follows... from CHF 50
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    valid: 24.08.2026 - 30.10.2026

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  • Nendaz Guided tour of Nendaz’s old village

    This informative tour will take you to granaries, barns, and monuments, where you’ll learn about the... from CHF 6
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    valid: 21.06.2026 - 28.10.2026

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  • Nendaz Nendaz e-bike tour

    Get on your e-bike and explore the region of Nendaz, Siviez and Isérables over two days through... from CHF 105
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    valid: 27.06.2026 - 18.10.2026

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  • Nendaz Two-day introduction to Alphorn blowing

    Two-day introductory alphorn courses are offered in collaboration with music teachers and passionate... from CHF 150
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    valid: 16.10.2026 - 17.10.2026

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  • Nendaz Let's play the alphorn

    These two-hour introductory courses are organised in collaboration with renowned music teachers and... from CHF 22
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    valid: 01.07.2026 - 22.10.2026

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  • Nendaz Raclette in an alpine pasture

    Experience an authentic Valaisan evening in the heart of the mountains that will delight people of... from CHF 33
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    valid: 07.07.2026 - 25.08.2026

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  • Nendaz Five-day advanced alphorn training course

    To help you progress more quickly on the alphorn, five-day advanced courses including a masterclass... from CHF 470
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    valid: 13.07.2026 - 24.07.2026

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