🇨🇭 Chasing Glacial Lakes: Lac de Châteaupré, a Swiss Alps Treasure

🚗 Scenic drive on winding roads, passing through charming villages to reach a serene lake. ❤️ Subscribe for more Scenic Drives over the Most Beautiful Roads of Europe    / @splendidscenery   ⦿ A beautiful mountain lake in the Val de Moiry, Valais, Switzerland, fed by the Moiry Glacier. ⦿ Easily reached by car or Postauto (Swiss post bus) from Grimentz, with a large parking area. ⦿ Serves as a starting point for numerous hikes, including the popular "Tour du Lac de Moiry," a high-altitude trail with panoramic views. ⦿ Located just north of the larger Lac de Moiry and its impressive dam, which offers tours and a restaurant. ⦿ A peaceful and picturesque spot, perfect for taking photos and enjoying nature. 👀 Watch this next:    • 🚗 My Best Driving Video's   📅 Recorded in June 2025 The Lac de Châteaupré is a small, picturesque glacial lake located in the Val d'Anniviers, a valley in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. Situated at an altitude of approximately 2,230 meters, it is fed by the glacial meltwater of the Moiry Glacier, which gives the lake its distinctive milky-turquoise color. The lake is a popular stop for tourists and hikers, offering a serene environment and stunning views of the surrounding Alpine landscape. Access to the Lac de Châteaupré is straightforward, with a road leading directly to the lake from the village of Grimentz. It is often the first stop for visitors heading further up the valley to the larger and more famous Lac de Moiry and its impressive dam, which is just a short drive away. The area around Lac de Châteaupré serves as a starting point for numerous hiking trails, including routes that lead higher into the mountains for more challenging treks. The lake's calm waters and the dramatic mountain backdrop make it a favorite spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the Swiss Alps. 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:39 Mission 00:02:01 Road to Lac de Chateaupre 00:06:47 St Jean 00:08:41 Road to Lac de Chateaupre 00:13:43 Grimentz 00:15:50 Road to Lac de Chateaupre 00:28:33 Barrage de Moiry 00:42:24 Road to Lac de Chateaupre 00:54:25 Grimentz 00:56:43 Road to Lac de Chateaupre 01:01:22 St Jean