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Mountaineering in Zermatt
Zermatt – Matterhorn’s mountaineering paradise
The giants around Zermatt are the highest and most impressive peaks in the Alps. Including the most famous of all: the Matterhorn. Climb the heights with crampons, rope and ice axe. Crossing the glacier fields and the eternal snow of the high alpine mountain world – an incomparable experience and one of the most beautiful highlights in a mountaineer’s life.
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Unique experience
Matterhorn ascent
The Matterhorn has been attracting visitors from all over the world for over a century, enticed by its inspiring beauty and history. For many mountaineers, climbing this mountain is a lifelong dream come true.
Your mountain guide
Guided tours around Zermatt
Experience the Alps with our local, experienced mountain guides. They will accompany you safely on your tours, sharing their extensive knowledge and ensuring you can enjoy the mountains to the full. Start your adventure well equipped and in good company.
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Equipment hire
Hire equipment for mountaineering & every climbing adventure
Find high-quality equipment for your mountain adventures. The sports shops in Zermatt offer a wide range of hire equipment that is perfectly tailored to your needs. Start your Alpine adventure with everything you need.
Hut adventures
Mountain huts
Experience the cosiness and tradition of mountain huts in the Alps. After a day in the mountains, you can stop off here, warm up and enjoy some regional specialities. Each hut offers a unique atmosphere and an outstanding view of the Alpine landscape.
Alpine touring paradise
Climb the giants of the Alps
Experience the ultimate adventure in the high mountains around Zermatt. High-altitude tours offer you spectacular views and challenging routes to the highest peaks in the Alps. Discover fascinating routes and experience unforgettable moments on the way to the imposing four-thousand-metre peaks.
38 x 4,000
The world of 38 four-thousand-metre peaks
Zermatt – Matterhorn is known for the variety and diversity of its Alpine opportunities. From the easiest 4,000 metre peaks in the Alps to difficult high-altitude tours: this is where dreams come true, on the Matterhorn and the other 37 four-thousand-metre peaks that surround it. Our state-of-the art infrastructure means some destinations can be reached as a day tour – with an early start. The tours where you spend the night in one of the many mountain huts are particularly attractive.
Hiking stories from the Matterhorn Blog
27. Juni 2024
Bergabenteuer 4000+: Dein Wegweiser zum Gipfelerfolg
Begleite Mitarbeitende von Zermatt Tourismus auf ihrem Weg zu neuen Höhen. Von einfachen Wanderern zu passionierten Gipfel-Enthusiasten – gemeinsam erreichen wir Spitzenleistungen und schaffen unvergessliche Erlebnisse in den Bergen. Lass dich inspirieren und sei Teil dieser spannenden Reise voller Herausforderungen und Erfolge.
25. Juni 2024
Geheimtipps für Wanderungen in Zermatt: 5 Unentdeckte Pfade
Zermatt, das malerische Bergdorf am Fusse des Matterhorns, ist ein Paradies für Wanderer. Während bekannte Routen wie der 5-Seen-Weg jeden Sommer zahlreiche Besuchende anzieht, gibt es auch weniger bekannte Pfade, die es zu entdecken gilt. Hier sind fünf Geheimtipps für unvergessliche Wanderungen in Zermatt.
7. Mai 2024
Präparation der Wanderwege
Der Frühling naht und die Wanderlust erwacht! Doch bevor es wieder auf die Pfade geht, muss der Werkhof aktiv werden. Die Wanderwege müssen präpariert werden. Was genau der Werkhof unternimmt, um die Wanderwege fit für die neue Saison zu machen? Lasst uns einen Blick hinter die Kulissen werfen, wie – mit viel Engagement und Fachkenntnis – die Wege wieder begehbar gemacht werden.