Derborence

It is located at 1,450 metres in an isolated valley on the south side of the Bernese Alps and is not permanently inhabited.

Derborence is completely surrounded by mountains: The Diablerets (highest) on the north, Haut de Cry on the south and Mont Gond on the east.

Derborence can be reached by a road from Conthey, or by foot from Gryon, using the Pas de Cheville.

Lake Derborence was formed in 1749 after two landslides coming from the south wall of the Diablerets.

The valley, which is exceptionally rich in fauna, is a natural habitat for ibex, chamois, deer, marmots and hares and several bird species including the owl, golden eagle, bearded vulture and alpine chough.