In the heart of an exceptional site in Valais, the Hôtel Restaurant du Barrage welcomes you at the foot of the imposing Grande Dixence dam. Its industrial-style building offers 60 rooms with a bird's eye view of the Val des Dix. An ideal stopover for trekkers on the Val d'Hérens tour or the perfect place for lovers of industrial heritage to relive the epic story of the dam. A large dining room with a capacity of 70 people can accommodate day visitors and passing hikers and offers a high-quality catering service with varied menus and local dishes. The hotel is well suited to hosting professional events and provides all the necessary equipment for seminars, conferences and corporate outings. Rooms for up to 6 people. The hotel has a large capacity for hosting special occasions (banquets, family celebrations, etc.) and offers a personalised service for organising weddings in a unique and remarkable setting. Services: Wi-Fi - Free parking - Electric bike charging station available at the Grande-Dixence dam

In the heart of the Swiss Alps, at an altitude of 1,600 metres, the Val des Dix campsite welcomes lovers of wild nature at the foot of the Grande Dixence with pitches for tents, motorhomes and campervans. The campsite is fully equipped with:

-high-end sanitary facilities

-indoor and outdoor dishwashing

-areas electricity hook-ups

-motorhome waste disposal

-outdoor tables rain cover

-restaurant and bar a few metres away

A high-altitude campsite for hikers and walkers and an ideal base camp for those who enjoy camping in a wild and natural environment.

This relatively new mountain hut is close to the Grande Dixence reservoir, one hour’s walk from the dam wall (cable car). Located at an altitude of 2657 m, it offers 60 sleeping places spread over 6 dormitories for 4 to 17 people, equipped with duvets. Several alpine itineraries to Verbier and Nendaz or the Dix hut.

National Map 1/25, 000: 1326 Rosablanche
National Map 1/50, 000: 283 Arolla
Coordinates: 595,400 102.575
Altitude 2662 m
Custodian on-site: April and summer 
Cooking facilities available in the absence of the custodian 
In winter, bring SFR 1 coins 
for electricity and SFR 5 for Wood 
Beds: 50 (with custodian) - 33 (without custodian) 
Public transport: Summer: postal line Sion-Dixence 
Summer access path: foot of the wall of the Grande Dixence dam: 2h 
Top of the dam: 1:15 am 
Winter access path: Climbing skins 
 
 

LA BARMA MOUNTAIN PASTURE SNACK BAR
National Map 1/25,000: 1326 Rosablanche
National map 1/50,000: 283 Arolla
Coordinates: 595,900 101.100
Altitude 2458 m
 
Owners: Grande Dixence SA-SG La Gentiane, Mâche
Custodians: Guillaume Cretton Tél. 079 847 11 18
Karvin Zäch Tél. 079 869 70 17
Custodian on-site: every weekend in the summer season
No food service but cooking facilities available
Beds: 50 (with custodian) - 16 (without custodian)
Separate spaces for groups
Public transport: Summer: postal line Sion-Dixence
Summer access path: foot of the wall of the Grande Dixence dam: 1:30 am
Top of the dam: 0:45 am
Arolla : 5h
Winter access path: Arolla via Pas de Chèvre (difficult)  

ECOULAIES HUT
National map 1/25, 000 : 1326 Rosablanche
National map 1/50,000: 283 Arolla
Coordinates: 595,596 101.102
 Altitude 2575 m
 
Owner : Grande Dixence SA - Ski-Club Les Pyramides,
Euseigne
Custodian : Johan Audrey, +41 78 718 38 87

Rservation : celine.gaspoz@lespyramides.ch 

Custodian on-site: Every weekend from mid-July to end of September
Cooking facilities available in the absence of the custodian
(take your own food)
Beds: 22 
Public transport: Summer: postal line Sion-Dixence
Summer access path: foot of the wall of the Grande Dixence dam: 2 am
Top of the dam: 1:15 am
Winter access path: Arolla via Pas de Chèvre (difficult)  

PANTALONS BLANCS REFUGE
The Pantalons Blancs Igloo refuge is a gift from the Sion Group for all mountaineers in search of tranquillity, new endeavours and original races. May they appreciate its true value in friendship, solidarity and respect for the environment. For availability and bookings visit the SAC (Swiss Alpine Club) huts website.
It takes 5 hours to reach the hut starting from the Grande Dixence dam. First follow the path along the lake to Barmaz. Then follow the ridge of the Bouc rock and walk along the Pantalons Blancs glacier. The refuge is located two or three hundred metres along the ridge.
To take this high mountain route, you must have sound mountaineering knowledge and be sure-footed. The Bouc rocks can be snowy or icy at times. In this case you will need crampons.
If the Ecoulaies glacier is accessible, you can follow it to reach the hut. It is possible to ski to Pantalons Blancs in stable snow. The last slope under the hut is very steep!!!! You can avoid the slope under the hut by going to the pass (point 3150) and following the ridge carrying your skis. The hut is equipped with wood, gas and blankets.

Located in the heart of Valais, in a place steeped in history, the Hôtel Restaurant du Barrage welcomes you to the cradle of Grande Dixence, near Lac des Dix. From the beginning of June, our restaurant opens its doors to welcome you at the foot of the Grande Dixence Dam, three minutes from the crest and Lac des Dix. Recently renovated to welcome you in a warm atmosphere, our dining room can seat more than 70 people and offers varied and tasty menus. We offer a wide selection of food and drinks in our various dining rooms and on the newly equipped terrace for your comfort. Extend your stay in the Val d'Hérens by booking a room in our hotel to enjoy the various activities on offer in the region.