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Adventures Around the Matterhorn EN ADVENTURES AROUND THE MATTERHORN. Winter 2020 / 2021 – Summer 2021 zermatt.ch Introduction EN Whether you're hiking, skiing, spending time with the family or simply admiring the Matterhorn, this brochure shows you some of the unforgettable adventures in the destination at the foot of the world’s most beautiful mountain. More packages and information are available on www.zermatt.ch/en or in the Matterhorn App. It’s time: Come and discover the Zermatt – Matterhorn destination! BIG BANG CHRONOGRAPH ZERMATT STEEL Download the Matterhorn App BOUTIQUE ZERMATT now! Bahnhofstrasse 27 Hublot_Bergerlebnis_BBChrZerSt_105x210.indd 1 06.08.20 17:14 Directory 3 Day Trip Destinations Events Your Bucket List 4 Selection of Top Events 40 Gornergrat 6 Matterhorn glacier paradise 7 Sunnegga-Rothorn 8 Timetables, Tariffs, Tickets Timetable Information 42 Tariffs & Tickets Information 43 Year-Round Experiences Unique Matterhorn 11 Activities & Offers 13 Unique Offers for Families 19 Contacts Contacts Explanation of Icons and Image Credits Winter Experiences Unique Ski Area 21 Activities & Offers 23 Summer Experiences Unique Hiking & Mountain Climbing Area 29 Unique Mountain Bike Paradise 31 Activities & Offers 33 Information on these pages is subject to change! Day Trip Destinations 5 Travel around the destination Zermatt – Matterhorn Experience the light of the sunrise with an impressive dance of colours in the mountains early in the morning - pure emotions Photograph the reflection of the Matter- horn in one of the crystal-clear mountain lakes Take a selfie with one of the typical and sweet black-nose sheep The excursion peaks - discover them while hiking or thanks to modern lifts Discover Zermatt and Valais specialities, such as raclette, cheese fondue or a refreshing Zermatt beer. Experience 25 km on skis along the longest downhill run in Europe Stay overnight in a mountain hut and enjoy the hut romance Swim in a refreshing mountain lake with a view of the Matterhorn Your Bucket List See the Matterhorn once in your life. Take a picture of this majes- Drink the clean and refreshingly cool crystal- clear water directly from one of the village tic triangle, which stands out alone on the horizon, and send the fountains picture around the world. This experience is definitely on the bucket list of things one must have experienced once in a lifetime. Take some homemade chocolate, Valais bread or other souvenirs home as a memory But Zermatt offers much more... Have fun with your adventure! Day Trip Destinations 7 Gornergrat Whoever wants to get to know the Alpine world surrounding Zer- matt from its most beautiful side quickly understands – there is no way past Gornergrat at 3,089 m. And at any time of year! An excursion to the Gornergrat stands for: • Fantastic views of the Matterhorn and another 28 four- thousanders • The third-largest glacier anywhere in the Alps – the Gorner Glacier • Reachable in 33 min without changing trains 365 days a year • Departure 50 m from the Zermatt train station • Windows that can be opened for unparalleled souvenir photos • All of the seats are in heated train carriages • Priority Boarding: Get on the train first • 360° Loop circuit of the Gornergrat, with viewing platform Matterhorn glacier paradise • Matterhorn reflected in the Riffelsee – a must-see At the highest mountain station in Europe (3,883 m), a breathtak- • My Matterhorn Movie – personal mountain railway journey to ing panorama of the highest peaks in the Alps, exciting experiences the Gornergrat as a short film incl. photo with the Matterhorn and a world of ice and snow await visitors. • Zooom the Matterhorn – experience the Alpine world in all dimensions Do not miss: • 360° viewing platform with a view of 38 four-thousand metre Food and shopping on the mountain: peaks including Mont Blanc and the Jungfrau • 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat with sunny terraces and restaurants • Sparkling glacier palace with ice sculptures 15 m below the • Highest shopping mall in Europe ice surface • Historic Hotel Riffelhaus 1853 at Riffelberg • Stylish Cinema Lounge with film sequences from the region • 5-star Superior Hotel Riffelalp Resort at 2,222 m • Snow Tubing runs in summer (included in the ticket) • Cosy Minergie-P Standard Restaurant at the summit and the Experiences winter: skiing, winter hiking, highest toboggan Peak Shop with exclusive souvenirs run in Switzerland, travel by Snoocs, gourmet ticket, igloo lunch • A journey on world’s highest 3S cableway, the Matterhorn fondue, igloo village, moonlight fascination, dining with the stars, glacier ride, from Trockener Steg to Matterhorn glacier Zooom the Matterhorn – multimedia world of adventures paradise. Highlight: The Crystal Ride gondolas promise luxury Experiences summer: hiking, sunrise, Gornergrat Guides, and thrills in equal measure. gourmet ticket, Zooom the Matterhorn • Tip! Make a stop at Schwarzsee: closest point to the Matter- horn, idyllic lake Schwarzsee with chapel, Matterhorn Trail theme path along the Matterhorn north wall • 365 days of snow and glacier adventures Day Trip Destinations 9 MATTERHORN APP. Sunnegga-Rothorn The Sunnegga-Rothorn destination offers the most beautiful view Download now! of the Matterhorn and provides unforgettable experiences for the entire family with its countless offerings. Do not miss: News & • Selfie with the Matterhorn (Toblerone view) Events • In summer: Leisee with the Wolli adventure park (water games, floats, fireplace, and much more) – only 4.5 minute Weather & trip to Sunnegga • In winter: Wolli’s beginner park where skiers of every age may Webcams practice • Guaranteed fun during a ride with the kickbikes (Sunnegga – Zermatt) and mountain carts (Blauherd – Sunnegga) • The Matterhorn Photo Rally is an exciting photo scavenger hunt on the route from Sunnegga to Zermatt. • Gourmet experience in Findeln • Hiking paradise: 5-lake trail with Zermatt’s most beautiful mountain lakes (including reflection of the Matterhorn), flower trail, marmot trail, etc. • Sunrise trips and imposing mountain backdrop at Rothorn Tickets & • New Kumme gondola lift from the start of the 2020/21 Activities winter season • Alpine Lounge Blauherd: learn exciting facts about the envi- ronment and sustainability zermatt.ch Year-Round Experiences 11 UNIQUE MATTERHORN. The Matterhorn (4,478 m) is the primary ‘must see’ per se and the most photographed mountain in the world. Myth and emblem for alpinists and photographers, it is the trademark and symbol of Switzerland. The mountain fascinates everyone with its regular pyramid form. It stands on its own on the horizon, dominating every peak around it. Highlights: • Mountain panorama with 38 four thousand-metre peaks and glaciers • Attractive photo points with a view of the Matterhorn in the mountains and in the village • Helicopter sightseeing flights around the Matterhorn • Mirror image of the Matterhorn in the lakes • Magical sunrises and sunsets • Authentic village with tradition and culture • Incredible choice of high-quality cuisine in the village and on the mountain UNIQUE YEAR-ROUND For further information EXPERIENCES. www.zermatt.ch/en/matterhorn Year-Round Experiences 13 ACTIVITIES & OFFERS. Our top 4 viewpoints: Air Zermatt Which is the Matterhorn’s best side? We’ll show you where the best spots are for the perfect photo. More viewpoints: www.zermatt.ch/en/viewpoints-summer On the Kirchbrücke bridge Daily with the Mattervispa river Helicopter flights up from flowing past CHF 220.00 per person Get up close to the Matterhorn – that’s possible with an Air Zermatt sightseeing flight. As well as performing an impressive rescue service, the company offers visitors the chance to go on a unique helicopter flight. Riffelsee lake below Further information & booking: Riffelboden with reflections www.zermatt.ch/en of the Matterhorn Air Zermatt AG, phone +41 (0)27 570 70 00 [email protected], www.air-zermatt.ch Mesmerizing 3S Cable Car Bench along the trail to the Stafelalp with views of the north face Daily Current timetable online Price up from CHF 10.00 The world’s highest 3S cable car with sparkling Swarovski crystals and glass floor. Adrenalin & luxury. Coming soon: AlpineX – more Stellisee lake, a popular location information in the InfoCube on Trockener Steg. for images showing reflections of the Matterhorn Further information: www.matterhornparadise.ch Zermatt Bergbahnen AG, phone +41 (0)27 966 01 01 [email protected], www.matterhornparadise.ch Year-Round Experiences 15 First Ski Experience Kitchen Around Four-course menu in four kitchens Daily Price up from CHF 139.00 No more excuses! If one has not yet been on skis, it is time to Look over the chefs’ shoulders while the food sizzles and steams start. Included in the package: ski instructor, skis, boots, clothes, around you, and then eat in the heart of the restaurant – the helmet. Let’s go! kitchen. The very best in gastronomic adventures. Further information and registration: Further information and registration: www.zermatt.ch/en/first-ski-experience www.zermatt.ch/en Zermatt Tourism, phone +41 (0)27 966 81 00 4478 events GmbH [email protected], www.zermatt.ch [email protected], www.kitchen-around.ch Gornergrat – Gourmet Ticket Via ferrata Gorner Gorge Daily 19.12.2020 – 28.03.2021 and Duration: 3-4 hours 12.06. – 12.09.2021 Price up from CHF 120.00 per person Price up from CHF 115.00 in the group An enjoyment and discovery tour at the Gornergrat. Various deli- You need a head for heights and a mountain guide. If you have cacies in different mountain restaurants
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