Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Zermatt by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Zermatt to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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Head out from the centre of Zermatt on your own steam, make it past the tree line and up into the sunlight – that's the idea behind the trail up to Sunnegga. Once you've climbed to the top, you’ll be rewarded with a glorious view of the Matterhorn.
7 km
660 m
30 m
3h 15mTour published by:
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A chapel, beautiful bridges and a magical winter forest – this is what the Zermatt circular trail has to offer. Crossing the spectacular Findelbach bridge is among this circular trail's highlights. Spanning the Findelbach river, it has a length of 93 metres and a height of 50 metres.
7 km280 m280 m2h 25m
Landscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park
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A hike that combines charm and unspoilt nature from Riffelalp to Winkelmatten chapel in Zermatt, via a rural forest path.
5 km30 m560 m1h 40mTour published by:
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| 48 (15m) | |
The winter hike from Blauherd to Fluhalp follows a path whose theme is: «How animals survive in winter». The route is also the perfect opportunity for the whole family to soak up the sun.
4 km180 m180 m1h 35mTour published by:
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| 2290 (5m) | |
| 2290 (7m) | |
A typical winter panoramic view of the Zermatt region, guaranteed. This winter hiking trail starts in Rotenboden, runs along the Riffelhorn mountain and leads to a spectacular view of the sun-kissed Gornergrat mountain.
2 km20 m260 m50mTour published by:
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| 48 (23m) | |
The winter hiking trail is no longer in use and is not signposted. Plenty of sunshine and spectacular views of the Mattertal Valley and the surrounding four-thousand-metre peaks – this winter hike starts from Grächen and continues on a tarmac road past Hannigalp valley station and the chapel in Egga. In the forest, the route flattens out until the end destination of Bärgji-Alp.
3 km50 m50 m50mTour published by:
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| R41 (40m) | |
| 551 (19m) | |
This family-friendly winter hike not only has magnificent views of the Matterhorn and other four-thousand-metre peaks, but also has a lot to offer culturally and historically. The trail leads along the edge of the forest and historic bisses to Alpe Äbnet. The Egga chapel offers insights into the village’s history.
4 km160 m160 m1h 30mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| R41 (40m) | |
| 551 (20m) | |
A route full of charm, romance and authenticity. This winter hike that leads from Zermatt to Furi through the small village of Zmutt, where time seems to have stood still.
5 km360 m120 m2h 0mTour published by:
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| R40 (12m) | |
| R40 (12m) | |
A pleasant walk through the snow-bedecked larch forest between Saas-Fee and Saas-Almagell. The downhill gradient is almost always gentle, taking you past the Bodmen Forest House with its petting zoo. Ideal for families!
6 km160 m160 m2h 0mTour published by:
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| R41 (59m) | |
| 511 (28m) | |
| 643 (7m) | |
Relaxing winter hike with a view – there are no challenging ascents to overcome on this tour. Nevertheless, it offers magnificent views across the sunny plateau and the Valais mountains, including the Matterhorn.
6 km220 m240 m2h 0mTour published by:
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| GEX (1h 14m) | |
| EXT (10m) | |
| A3 (10m) | |
