Zermatt and the Matterhorn

Zermatt and the Matterhorn is a natural attraction in Switzerland. Zermatt is a car-free village at the head of a Valais side valley, directly below the Matterhorn's north face.

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Zermatt is a car-free village at the head of a Valais side valley, directly below the Matterhorn's north face. Trains from Täsch are the only way in, and from the village three lift systems rise to glacier level and to the Gornergrat viewing railway. Hiking, glacier skiing and mountaineering all run from the same base.

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Related activities

  • Five Lakes Trail

    Panoramic route past five tarns with Matterhorn reflections.

How to get to Zermatt and the Matterhorn

Zermatt and the Matterhorn sits in Switzerland. It pairs well with Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, Lauterbrunnen Valley, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The source we checked states that entry to Zermatt and the Matterhorn is free.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Five Lakes Trail.

Zermatt and the Matterhorn FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Zermatt and the Matterhorn?

The source we checked states that entry to Zermatt and the Matterhorn is free.

Where is Zermatt and the Matterhorn?

Zermatt and the Matterhorn is in Switzerland.

What is near Zermatt and the Matterhorn?

Nearby places include Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, Lauterbrunnen Valley, Staubbach Falls.

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