Winter hiking trailEasy

Zermatt-Furi (via Winkelmatten) (Nr. 116)

This winter hiking trail crosses the quarter at the far end of Zermatt in the direction of Furi. Along the way it leads across snow-blanketed meadows, through wintery forest and past romantic, secluded spots.

Details

Type
Winter hiking trail
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
1 h 10 min
Distance
3'818 km
Ascent
247 m
Descent
12 m
Lowest point
1631 m
Highest point
1866 m
This winter hiking trail crosses the quarter at the far end of Zermatt in the direction of Furi. Along the way it leads across snow-blanketed meadows, through wintery forest and past romantic, secluded spots.

Details

Type
Winter hiking trail
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
1 h 10 min
Distance
3'818 km
Ascent
247 m
Descent
12 m
Lowest point
1631 m
Highest point
1866 m

Description

The trail starts in Winkelmatten, where walkers can enjoy a clear view of the Matterhorn, before leading over snowy expanses and past small hamlets and agricultural buildings. It then starts to climb into the mountains, sometimes steeply, before plunging into romantic Alpine forest.

In Schweigmatten, a small barn stands on top of a big rock split in two, looking out over a wide snowy expanse. It’s like a scene from another era.

  • Suitable for children from age 6
  • Photo opportunity near Moos: stunning view of the Matterhorn
  • Photo opportunity in Schweigmatten, near Furi: split rock with barn

Best season

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Route

Start point
Winkelmatten (1,650 m)
End point
Furi (1,867 m)

Rating

Condition
Technique
Experience
Landscape

Map

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Properties

  • Refreshment options
  • Route tour
  • Easy for walking with children
  • Nice views
  • Cultural highlights
  • Faunistic highlights

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