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Day 1 | Morning
Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-4:15pm
Ticket Price: 50 CHF
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Schluhmattstrasse 28, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise is located on the Little Matterhorn, 3883 meters above sea level, and is the highest viewing platform in Europe. Here you can see the Matterhorn and the surrounding snow-capped mountains up close, as well as the magnificent glaciers. The endless snow and ice world The top of the glacier paradise is covered with snow all year round, with an endless view of the snow field. From the front of the viewing platform, you can see the Matterhorn in close proximity, with the Theodulgletscher underfoot and the Gornergletscher behind. Arrive at the cable car station and viewing platform. Take the 8-seater cable car from Zermatt to TrockenerSteg via Furi and Schwarzsee. The scenery is changing. When climbing, you can clearly see the log cabins neatly scattered among the valleys. It will enter the cloud belt until the sea of clouds hovers at the foot, the scene is very dreamy, and this cable car can also overlook the black lake in the mountains. Change to a large cable car that can accommodate 100 people at TrockenerSteg. This journey takes only 8 minutes. Not only can you see the glacier, but it will also pass through the intersection of the glacier, which is very steep. The end point arrives at the top of the Little Matterhorn, 3883 meters above sea level. After arriving at the cable car station, take the elevator built in the rocky cliff to the viewing platform and enjoy the 360-degree surrounding mountain scenery. to Jungfrau. High Altitude Glacier Palace There is also the world's highest Glacier Palace (Glacier Palace), located 15 meters below the surface of the glacier. Take the elevator directly into the Ice Palace and see beautiful snow structures, gleaming ice crystals, impressive ice sculptures and breathtaking glacier breaches, as well as experience the fun-filled ice slides.
Reviews from Real Guests:
sweet.bonbon: The magnificence of the Matterhorn is the best gift that nature has given.
Day 1 | Afternoon
When time permits after visiting Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, don’t forget pay a visit to Gornergrat.
Gornergrat
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Gornergrat, Bahnhof Gornergrat 1, 3920 Zermatt
Gornergrat is a mountain ridge near Zermatt. From the viewing platform here, you can enjoy the snow-covered mountains of more than 4,000 meters from the Rosa Peak to the Matterhorn, and overlook the Alps. Panorama of the long Gorner Glacier.
Day 1 | Evening
If you want to explore other popular attractions later, La Vue Luxury Living Apartments is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.
La Vue Luxury Living Apartments
Offering 360-degree views of Zermatt and the surrounding Alpine panorama, La Vue Luxury Living Apartment is located in a quiet part of the village and provides a free spa area featuring a large hot tub, a steam bath and a Finnish sauna. Massages are available on request and for an extra charge. Each day, a breakfast is served in the privacy of the modern, Alpine-style apartments. The property is 500 metres from the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and the main square is also only a few steps away.Each apartment comes with high-quality furniture, a balcony, and a large living area with electronic devices like an Apple TV, a Blu-ray player and an iPad. The apartments all have at least 2 bedrooms with an en-suite bathroom, a hairdryer and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Some come with amenities like a fireplace and an additional terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the apartment house.La Vue Luxury Living Apartments are cleaned on a daily basis and a private chef is available to prepare dinner in the apartments. Grocery deliveries and special diet menus can be requested on site.A shared lounge with Hi-Fi system and a video beamer is provided and there is a large garden with a sun terrace featured.
Day 2 | Morning
Rothorn
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Zermatt 3920, Switzerland
The Rothorn is 3103 meters above sea level, and it is a relatively fast and accessible viewing point to appreciate the Matterhorn. Some people say that the Matterhorn seen from here is a beautiful angle, and 38 continuous mountains with an altitude of more than 4,000 meters can be seen. In addition to strolling and enjoying the view, there is also a restaurant on the summit, where you can enjoy the view comfortably on the terrace. Summer limited sunrise cable car In summer, the Rothorn will launch the sunrise cable car on certain days, allowing tourists to go up the mountain in the dark early in the morning and greet the sunrise at the top of the mountain; the sunrise beauty of the Matterhorn is world-famous, and it is on the Rothorn Mountain. It is especially amazing to admire, not only can you see the golden mountain tops illuminated by the sun, but even the clouds will appear pink, which is absolutely beautiful. In addition to taking the aerial cable car between Sunnegga (Sunnegga and Blauherd), you can also take a hiking trail. This hiking route is called "Groundhog Trail". Rat Road", not only has the opportunity to encounter wild groundhogs, but also has many wood carving works along the way, which is very interesting. The total length of this road is 7.6 kilometers, which is suitable for walking down the mountain, because it is a gentle slope all the way down.
Day 2 | Afternoon
When time permits after visiting Rothorn, don’t forget pay a visit to Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius.
Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours
Location: Kirchpl., 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
During the summer season, various events such as concerts are often held in the Catholic Church or in the square in front of it. In the cemetery next to the church, many mountaineers sleep here, and there are also monuments to mourn the victims of Kleima and others.
Day 2 | Evening
After visiting the glorious Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius, The Omnia nearby is the best place to stay.
The Omnia
Situated on a rock, 45 metres above the roofs of central Zermatt, guests access The Omnia via a tunnel leading to an elevator, which brings them right into the lobby. Guests can taste refined international cuisine made from selected seasonal ingredients in the restaurant or on the terrace. After dinner, guests can relax on the sofa in front of the fireplace, sipping an espresso or a grappa. The spa area offers various treatments to unwind after a day in the fresh mountain air. All units vary in layout and size and feature elegant modern design and private balconies. Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel free of charge. The Omnia offers its own taxi service to and from Zermatt railway station, the car park or the heliport. A shuttle or helicopter service to the airports can be arranged by the hotel team as well. Zermatt's winter sports area can be reached within a 15-minute walk or by electrically-powered buses and taxis.
Day 3 | Morning
Riffelsee
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Hours
Location: Rotenboden | 3920 Zermatt, Zermatt 3920, Switzerland
Riffel Lake is located in the jungle snow-capped mountains at an altitude of 2757 meters, surrounded by mountains, and the mirror-like lake reflects the beauty of the Matterhorn. Here you can take pictures of Zermatt's classic Matterhorn reflection, which is often featured in many tourist brochures. When taking the train to the Gornergrat viewing platform, you can get off at Rotenboden (Rotenboden), the first stop before the terminal. After exiting the station, walk down the road signs for 5-10 minutes to see the beautiful view Phil Lake. This is also where the Zermatt Riffelseeweg hiking route passes. There are soft water plants floating on the shore of the lake. It is great to have a picnic, barbecue, or quietly enjoy the scenery of the snow-capped mountains.
Day 3 | Afternoon
Having the chance to enjoy the charming Riffelsee, Zermatt Ski Areas next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!
Zermatt Ski Areas
Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:00pm
Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days
Location: Bahnhofplatz 5
Zermatt Ski Resort is known as a skier's paradise. The ski slopes in its territory cross the Italian border with a total length of 360 kilometers, and there are quite convenient ski lifts that can reach the 3,883-meter-high Klein Matterhorn. Even though Switzerland is full of skiable mountain villages in winter, the Zermatt ski area is still a popular choice for many skiers. The ski runs here allow the skilful skiers to fully display their superb skiing skills and enjoy the wide field of vision and magnificent scenery. In addition, there are approachable, family-friendly ski areas within the ski resort, and there are great restaurants in the middle where visitors can take a break, enjoy a meal and replenish their energy. Skiing is possible 365 days a year, and even in the height of summer, there are still 21 kilometers of pistes, so it is also the base for the Swiss National Ski Team to train its players in the summer. The Zermatt Ski Resort in summer can still allow you to enjoy the unique experience of skiing under the sun with your ski equipment. In addition, in May and June every year, the Gravity Park Zermatt, which is specially set up for snow sports enthusiasts, will also open, where you can also enjoy snowboarding or various snow sports.
Day 3 | Evening
Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Zermatt Ski Areas? Mont Cervin Palace is one of your top choices.
Mont Cervin Palace
A member of “Leading Hotels of the World”, the 5-star Mont Cervin Palace was opened in 1851. It is situated in the heart of Zermatt, 300 metres from the train station. You can find relaxation in the pool and in the 1,700 m2 wellness and spa area and indulge in a wide range of beauty treatments. Most of the guest rooms are facing south and have a balcony or a patio with views of the Matterhorn. A few of the junior suites and suites come with a hot tub or an open fireplace. Wireless internet is available in all rooms free of charge. A rich breakfast buffet and an exquisite à-la-carte dinner are served every day. At the Grill Le Cervin meat and fish are prepared on the charcoal grill. At the weekly gala dinners in the hotel restaurant (in winter), a jacket and tie are required (smart casual). Weather permitting, the small sun terrace in front of the hotel invites you to take a front-row seat and watch the colourful bustle of the Bahnhofstrasse. Dinner under supervision is served to the youngest guests at 18:00 (winter only) at the children's table of the Mont Cervin Palace. Meet for cocktails, informal conversation or an after-dinner drink in the charming Joseph's Bar with piano music or in the Capri Bar offering a fine cigar assortment. The Mont Cervin's red horse-drawn carriage is a popular photographic motif and awaits you at the station in Zermatt.
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