Peaks and views
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Gornergrat railway | A cogwheel railway climbing to 3,089 metres, to a viewpoint over the Matterhorn and dozens of peaks and glaciers. | Return CHF 132 in summer and 96 in winter; half price with the Swiss Travel Pass |
| The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise | Europe's highest cable car station at 3,883 metres, with an ice palace inside the glacier and snow all year. | About CHF 132 in July and August |
| Sunnegga and Lake Leisee | An underground funicular takes 4 minutes to a viewpoint and a small lake with a children's play area. | From Zermatt |
Lakes and trails
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The 5 Lakes Walk | A trail between five mountain lakes, three of which reflect the Matterhorn. | The trail ticket runs 13 June to 4 October 2026, depending on snow |
| Riffelsee | A small lake on the Gornergrat line, the best-known spot to photograph the Matterhorn's reflection on a still morning. | Rotenboden stop, then a short walk |
| Zermatt's old quarter | Wooden houses and barns centuries old, and a car-free main street. | In the village |
Around Zermatt
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Glacier Express | A panoramic train between Zermatt and St. Moritz crossing 291 bridges and 91 tunnels. | About 8 hours; book ahead |
| The Aletsch Glacier | The longest glacier in the Alps, on the World Heritage list, seen from the Eggishorn viewpoint. | From Fiesch or Bettmeralp |
| Saas-Fee | A car-free glacier village among peaks over 4,000 metres, with a cable car to permanent snow. | About an hour by bus from Visp |
Tips before you go
- Zermatt is car-free: leave the car at Täsch and take the shuttle train, about 12 minutes.
- July to September is for the lakes and hiking, winter for skiing, and the peaks have snow all year.
- Mountain weather changes fast, so check the summit webcams before going up.
- You need a Schengen visa, applied for through the visa centre at least 10 to 15 days before travel.
Flights to Geneva
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Zermatt?
The Gornergrat railway, the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Sunnegga, the 5 Lakes Walk, Riffelsee, the Glacier Express and the Aletsch Glacier.
Where can I see the Matterhorn reflected in a lake?
At Riffelsee on the Gornergrat line and in the lakes of the 5 Lakes Walk, best on a still morning.
Can I drive to Zermatt?
No, you park at Täsch and take the shuttle train.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.