Monte Rosa Trek

Stages:

Day 1: Sunnegga – Täschhütte

Täschhütte has a long-standing history. Since 1945, mountain guides and alpinists have shaped life around the hut. Tales of first ascents and legendary tours make this place special. Nostalgia meets alpine tradition here.

Route Description

• Ascent from Sunnegga station (2’288 m) via Tufternalp to Täsch Hut at 2’701 m
• Elevation change: +764 m / -350 m
• Distance: 11 km

Getting to Sunnegga Station from Zermatt:

• On foot from Zermatt: 686 m ascent, 1.5–2 hours
• By Sunnegga funicular: Direct connection from Zermatt in just a few minutes (see schedule)

Day 2: Täschhütte – Mountain Lodge Ze Seewjinu

Mountain Lodge Ze Seewjinu lies at 2’300 m above sea level between Gornergrat and Rothorn, right in the ski area above Zermatt. In summer, it's a starting point for hikers and bikers, in winter, ideally located for ski-in/ski-out. Guests can expect simple rooms with views, homemade food, and warm alpine hospitality.

Route Description

• Ascent over Pfulwe to Grindjesee and Grünsee, then to Mountain Lodge Ze Seewjinu at 2’300 m
• Elevation change: +800 m / -1’206 m
• Distance: 13.6 km

Day 3: Mountain Lodge Ze Seewjinu – Monte Rosa Hut

Monte Rosa Hut sits at 2’883 m above the Gorner Glacier – a modern, crystal-like structure that is over 90% energy self-sufficient. Rebuilt in 2009, it accommodates up to 120 guests and serves as a base for alpine tours in the Monte Rosa massif.

Route Description

• Ascent to Gornergrat Lake, via Rotenboden, and glacier trekking across the massive Gorner Glacier to Monte Rosa Hut (2’883 m)
• Elevation change: +1’197 m / -594 m
• Distance: 14 km

Day 4: Monte Rosa Hut – Zermatt

Descent back to Zermatt (1’620 m)

Route Description

• Glacier trekking across the mighty Gorner Glacier, then via Rotenboden, Riffelsee, Dossen, and the Furi suspension bridge back to Zermatt
• Elevation change: +507 m / -1’781 m
• Distance: 17.8 km

The routes and altitude distances given are for guidance only. The actual times and distances may vary depending on the route chosen.

We recommend:

• Good footwear
• Hiking poles (optional)
• Clothing suitable for the weather (always carry a waterproof)
• Food and water

Additional equipment for glacier crossings: crampons, climbing harness, 1 rope per group of 4, suitable clothing

The trek can be booked as a package with or without guided glacier trekking (third and fourth day).

• Plan every mountain tour carefully and adapt to participants’ fitness level as well as the weather and season.
• Weather conditions can change quickly in the mountains. Appropriate clothing is therefore essential, along with adequate supplies of food and water. In uncertain weather, turn back in good time.
• Inform others of planned route, and whenever possible avoid going alone.
• Do not leave the marked routes; do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
• Please be considerate to other walkers and to plants and animals.
• Take note of the warning signs drawing attention to the constant danger in river beds and along watercourses below dams and reservoirs.

Important! This is a demanding alpine trek; stages may include glacier traverses. We therefore recommend the services of a mountain guide with local knowledge.