Corbassière Glacier

Corbassière Glacier is an ice formation in the Valais Alps that flows down from the northern face of Grand Combin to an elevation around 2300 meters. The ice mass carves through a wide valley and shows the typical features of a major glacier with pronounced moraines along its edges.

The glacier was studied in the early 1800s by Jean-Pierre Perraudin, whose observations contributed to developing scientific theory about how ice shapes Alpine valleys. These early investigations laid the foundation for modern understanding of glacier dynamics in the mountains.

The Glacier Museum in Lourtier presents exhibits about Alpine glacier formation and displays artifacts related to regional glaciology research throughout centuries.

Access is via a marked hiking trail connecting the Brunet Hut to the Panossière Hut, with a suspension bridge crossing the valley. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and bring waterproof clothing since conditions at elevation change quickly.

The Glacier Museum in Lourtier documents centuries of regional glacier research and displays tools and measuring instruments that early scientists used to observe ice movement. This collection gives insight into the practical methods researchers used to track changes in the ice over long periods.

Location: Valais

GPS coordinates: 45.99000,7.29722

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08