- End of June – middle of September
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Zermatt, where your trekking adventure begins and ends. This unique experience takes you far from the hustle and bustle of civilization, guiding you from cozy hut to cozy hut along a stunning route. As you hike, you’ll be surrounded by rare alpine flowers and awe-inspiring mountain giants, including the iconic Matterhorn, with its magnificent and formidable north wall looming in the distance.
Each day of your trek culminates in the warm embrace of a comfortable mountain hut, where friendly hosts await to welcome you. These knowledgeable locals are passionate about the majestic mountain world surrounding Zermatt and are eager to share their captivating stories and insights.
Over the course of five days, immerse yourself in the diverse beauty and fascinating facets of Zermatt’s mountain paradise. If you’re an experienced hiker in good physical shape, this trekking tour promises an enriching experience that will leave you with lasting memories.
Join us for an adventure that celebrates the splendor of the Swiss Alps for a self guided or guided trek!
- 5 hiking days
- 49km, + 3225m, – 3216m
Hiking Itinerary Matterhorn Trek Switzerland
Arrival Day to Zermatt
Night at a Hotel in Zermatt
Day 1: Zermatt to Trift mountain guesthouse
The charming and historic Trift mountain guesthouse is run by the great-granddaughter of its builder together with her husband, a fifth-generation mountain guide, and partly with the help of their children.
Ascent from Zermatt (1,620 m) via Schweifinen to the Trift mountain inn.
Difference in altitude: + 909 m
Distance: 5.8 km
Day 2: Trift mountain guesthouse to Schönbielhütte
“Dr Scheen Biel”, the old name of the sunny terrace at the back of the Mutt valley, is the place where the Schönbielhütte is located, the starting point for breathtaking snow and climbing tours, easily accessible via impressive hikes.
Ascent to the Höhbalmen and Hohliecht viewpoints (2,675 m) and over the lateral moraine of the Zmutt Glacier to the Schönbielhütte (2,694 m). Postcard view of the Matterhorn from an unusual perspective.
Difference in altitude: +780 m, – 430 m
Distance: 11.3 km
Day 3: Schönbiel hut to Hörnli hut
Under the north face of the Matterhorn to the Hörnlihütte (3,260 m). This is where the Matterhorn climbers start via the Hörnli ridge to the Matterhorn summit. If you get up early in the morning, you can watch the headlamp parade of alpinists.
Difference in altitude: + 1105 m, – 540 m
Distance: 13.2 km
Day 4: Hörnli hut to Gandegg hut
Clad in rustic Swiss stone pine, the Gandegg hut not only offers more than 135 years of history but also a unique view of the Breithorn and the Theodul Glacier.
Along the foot of the Matterhorn via the Matterhorn Glacier Trail and under the east face of the Matterhorn to the Gandegghütte (3,030 m). Imposing view of the Gorner Glacier, Monte Rosa and Breithorn.
Difference in altitude: + 430 m, – 660 m
Distance: 9 km
Day 5: Gandegg hut to Zermatt
Descent to Zermatt (1,620 m).
Difference in altitude: – 1415 m
Distance: 8.9 km
Map for Matterhorn Trek Switzerland:
Who is this trek for?
The Matterhorn Trek is suitable for experienced hikers and requires careful preparation, as it is a long, multi-day tour in alpine surroundings.
Costs self guided Matterhorn Trek Switzerland:
(Please send us a message to book and enquire a guided trip)
- 4 hikers: 740.00chf per hiker
- 2 hikers: 953.00chf per hiker
The Matterhorn Trek package brings you closer to the mountain world and life in the mountains. In 4-6 hour stages over 5 days, you hike through the Zermatt mountains, from hut to hut, to places where the majority of the hut wardens are also mountain guides.
Included in the package are: Organisation, 4 nights in mountain huts with dinners and breakfasts, gpx tracks
How to get to Zermatt
Public transportation
By train to the Matterhorn village: 31⁄2 hours from Zurich airport or 4 hours from Geneva airport. Visp is the transfer point to the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. From Visp, the railroad line runs through the St.Niklaus Valley, past small, idyllic villages to Zermatt.
Zermatt is also the start or end point of the world-famous Glacier Express panoramic train journey (St. Moritz / Davos – Zermatt).
Zermatt is car-free. Access for private vehicles is only permitted as far as Täsch (5 km before Zermatt). The Täsch – Zermatt road is closed to public traffic. The onward journey to Zermatt is either by private cab or by shuttle train. The trains run every 20 minutes. After around 12 minutes, the journey ends at the station square in Zermatt.
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