Attractions and hiking routes around Zermatt
Below are the attractions and hiking trails we suggest for Zermatt.
SIGHTSEEING IN AND AROUND ZERMATT
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Glacier Express
The world famous train offering a full day of magnificent views of the Swiss Alps.
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Gornergrat
Cogwheel train to the highest peaks of the Swiss Alps.
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Attraction type: Scenic trip;
Natural site, Mountain top, By train
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Sunnegga-Rothorn
The three mountain stations of Sunnegga, Blauherd and Rothorn above Zermatt offer many activities and wonderful views. The best view of the Matterhorn perhaps?
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Paragliding flight over Zermatt
Enjoy aerial views of Zermatt and its amazing mountains, including the Matterhorn, during a tandem paragliding flight. You can book it just for yourself of for a private party up to 6 people. All equipment is included.
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Attraction type: Sport, Paragliding
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Escort: private guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Via ferrata in Zermatt
Enjoy a spectacular climbing path secured with iron ladders. There are various degrees of difficulty, so both beginners and advanced climbers can do this. A professional instructor will guide you.
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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
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Attraction type: Sport, Winter sports
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Escort: guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
5-hour private ski lesson near Zermatt
Enjoy a full day with a professional ski instructor at the snowy slopes above Zermatt. You'll be picked up from your hotel or apartment. You can book this for a group of up to 8 people. Ski passes and equipment are not included.
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Attraction type: Sport, Winter sports
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Escort: guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By train;
City tour;
Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: private guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
REGIONAL HIKING SUGGESTIONS
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Hiking time: 1h45
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 2209 - 2816 m
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Distance: 5.1 km
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Terrain: meadow, high alpine terrain, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
Gebidum Pass
Hike up to the Gebidum Pass and enjoy the views across the canton of Valais.
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1962 - 2209 m
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Distance: 4.0 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
Giw - Gspon
Route around the tree line with views of the highest peaks in the Valais.
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Hiking time: 3h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1896 - 2210 m
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Distance: 6.6 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
Moosalp
Route on the high plateau of Moosalp, with wonderful views into the Matter valley.
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Hiking time: 1h15
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1993 - 2121 m
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Distance: 5.0 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 2187 - 2349 m
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Distance: 7.9 km
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Terrain: along lake, rocky, meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1612 - 1678 m
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Distance: 3.5 km
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Terrain: town
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h15
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1612 - 1994 m
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Distance: 4.2 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1605 - 1793 m
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Distance: 7.3 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1620 - 2125 m
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Distance: 5.8 km
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Terrain: forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h30
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1249 - 1444 m
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Distance: 8.7 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, valley, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1441 - 1633 m
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Distance: 5.7 km
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Terrain: meadow, along railway, valley, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)