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There it is. Say what you will about Zermatt and how touristy it is. It's touristy for a reason -- This reason.
The Matterhorn is not the tallest mountain in Switzerland, but it's likely the most famous. Its iconic peak standing alone, surrounded by only snow and sky -- this is the image we want to see when we come here. That's why it's so important to be sure the weather is fine before venturing here: Come in cloudy weather, and you came a long way to see an average tourist town with sky-high prices.
Assuming you've just arrived on the Matterhorn-Gotthard Bahn (MGB) in the early afternoon, check into your hotel and go exploring. If you're up to it, take the short walk to the hamlet of Z'mutt. If you're not, wander around town. Get off the main road and explore the back alleys. As you wander past old farmhouses and new time-share chalets, you can get a peek at what's in store for you tomorrow.
Zermatt is also a haven for year-round skiers and mountain climbers, but we come here to hike. Among my favorite ones is this hike that takes you past the Stellisee. Come here late-morning on a clear day, and you'll be rewarded.
As time goes by, I'll add some tips, travelogues, and pictures to this page. Stay tuned, and enjoy!
Mark
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Schwarzsee PARADISE? Give me a break!
Tourist Traps
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Many years ago, one of my favorite hiking destinations in Zermatt was the Schwarzsee. Ideally located near the... more travel advice
Subway to Sunnegga
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One thing is for certain, there is no subway in a mountain resort like Zermatt, right? Wrong. The Sunnegga-Bahn, a part... more travel advice
Sunnegga
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Another pleasant place to visit is Sunnegga. You can either hike here from Zermatt or take the "Alpine Metro." Sunnegga,... more travel advice
Blauherd
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Blauherd is the stop just below the Rothorn on the "Rothorn Paradise" Metro/cable car combination. It is the starting... more travel advice
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Comments (15)
Hope to go skiing there soon ;-) Always great to discover more about this place thanks to VTer's!
Inspirational page - really has me wanting to come back for a summer hiking visit - have been here a few times - AND been blessed with stunning weather on all visits but never down that stunning Stillisee visit!
Congrats on getting Tip of Day! I had not paid any attention to these before receiving one myself this week; which was well-timed to give me a lift while lying here in sickbed since arrvl home fr Israel&Jordan (fantastic!! trip, and had dins with DONNA in NYC too!)
Beautiful photos of a great location! I would love to go hiking there also, or skiing!
Hi Mark, excellent page on this wonderful destination! And well deserved Tip of the Day, as alza said :-) I really feel like getting my hiking boots out now, the pictures look so beautiful... Also the hotel looks like a good option!
love the hike tip to Stellisee and those fantastic views from Restaurant Rothom. So glad to have found this via Tip of the Day! (well deserved)
With everything being all dug up at Schwarzsee, having an overpriced restaurant there would be adding insult to injury.
Hi Mark, thanks for your great page and excellent tips, I will be in Zermatt on 3,4,5 September and really looking forward to it. Regards, Kate
Hey Mark,wonderful tips and photos about Zermatt an other Swiss location.I just booked a trip there for this summer
Great tips!