Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Europe's highest cable car station

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Visit: The Matterhorn, Zermatt 3920 Switzerland

The Matterhorn - symbol of Switzerland, is probably the most photographed mountain in the world. The "Toblerone mountain" can be admired from various locations in Zermatt. The closest station, that you can reach to admire this unique peak, is called Schwarzsee.

Duration: 1 hour

Visit: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Postfach 378, Zermatt 3920 Switzerland

Matterhorn glacier paradise on 12,739 ft

The Zermatt Bergbahnen takes the visitors comfortably from Zermatt up to the highest mountain station in Europe on 12’739 ft in 45 minutes only.

New highlight: Since November 2018, the world's highest 3S cableways, the Matterhorn glacier ride, is in operation. The Matterhorn glacier ride is an unrivalled combination of technology and design. Visitors will make a speedy ascent to Matterhorn glacier paradise in comfortable and luxuriously appointed cabins. The name says it all: the four “Crystal ride” cabins are decorated with Swarovski® crystals, capturing the light in an effect that will amaze passengers and provide an unforgettable adrenaline rush.

The highlights on the top of Matterhorn glacier paradise: 365 days snow experience, Snow Tubing, Cinema Lounge with exciting film scenes, an observation deck with 360° panoramic view, world’s highest glacier palace with ice sculptures and a restaurant with authentic Swiss and Indian dishes.

Duration: 4 hours

Visit: Pollux, Zermatt Switzerland

Mountain of rock and ice :

Pollux is one of the two peaks known as the twins. With a height of 4,092 m, it is lower than its twin brother Castor.

Duration: 1 day

Visit: Breithorn, Zermatt 3920 Switzerland

The Breithorn, near Zermatt, is a heavily glaciated mountain crest with several peaks. Many budding mountaineers choose this for their first 4,000-metre summit.

Duration: 4 hours

Visit: Gorner Gorge, Zermatt 3920 Switzerland

The Gorner Gorge is certainly Zermatt’s least understood attraction. Hidden, in dark depth, without a view of the famous four thousand-metre peaks. Anyone daring to go into the historic depths of our geologic history shall experience an exciting past.

Duration: 2 hours

Visit: Dossen Glacier Garden, Dossen, Zermatt 3920 Switzerland

The Dossen glacier garden invites visitors on a journey of discovery through the world of vanished glaciers and the traces they have left on the landscape.

Duration: 2 hours

Visit: Zermatt Bergbahnen AG, Schluhmattstrasse 28, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland

Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is the biggest cable car company in Switzerland with an offering that attracts sports enthusiasts and holiday-makers from all over the world. As a modern employer with an exemplary record of environmental management, the company takes its responsibility towards Switzerland extremely seriously.

Duration: 1 day

Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Green-line bus between train station - bottom station Matterhorn glacier paradise
  • Snow tubing on top
  • Cinema Lounge on top
  • Elevator to the viewing platform
  • Entry/Admission - The Matterhorn
  • Entry/Admission - Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
  • Entry/Admission - Pollux
  • Entry/Admission - Breithorn
  • Entry/Admission - Gorner Gorge
  • Entry/Admission - Dossen Glacier Garden
  • Entry/Admission - Zermatt Bergbahnen AG
Not included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Minimum age is 3 years
  • Dress code is warm clothes, all year round
  • Daily operation, according to the schedule and maintenance in May and November in View additional info section
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Features
Tourism
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65% Cultural
30% Sport
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