Wild camping on the Matterhorn trek?

Anonymous · 2023-03-11T12:16:59+01:00

Hello,I am planning to do the matterhorn trek with a friend. We want to wildcamp, because the huts are too expensive for us. Is this possible on this route or is it forbidden? I know that it's illegal to wildcamp in Zermatt, but I don't know where these rules stop and end exactly. I found this link, but it's still a bit unclear to me. www.zermatt.ch/en/Media/Article/Free-CampingThanks for your response in advance!

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A traveler is planning to trek the Matterhorn with a friend and is considering wild camping to save money since huts are too expensive. They are looking for clarification on where wild camping is allowed, especially since they know it's illegal in Zermatt.

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Wild camping is completely forbidden in Zermatt, so travelers should not attempt it.
Consider using designated camping sites in the area as an alternative.
Check local regulations for wild camping zones outside Zermatt to find legal options.

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11 March 2023 at 12:16:59 #829295

Hello,

I am planning to do the matterhorn trek with a friend. We want to wildcamp, because the huts are too expensive for us. Is this possible on this route or is it forbidden? I know that it’s illegal to wildcamp in Zermatt, but I don’t know where these rules stop and end exactly. I found this link, but it’s still a bit unclear to me. http://www.zermatt.ch/en/Media/Article/Free-Camping

Thanks for your response in advance!

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Reply 1 of 1 • 12 March 2023 at 12:39:03 #952018

Hi Aron3010,

Welcome to MySwissAlps.

Wild camping in Zermatt is completely forbidden I am afraid.
There are location differences, where wild camping is allowed in Switzerland, more details in the link below. However in your case, you are not allowed to.
- https://www.myswissalps.com/campsites/wildcamping
There are designated camping sites in the area, in case you were interested.
- https://www.zermatt.ch/en/accommodations/Camping
Kind regards,

Yolanda
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