Beginner Matterhorn Trek

Duration: 5 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: 0 - 10 km / 0 - 6 mi per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m / 1640 - 3281 ft ascent per day

> Hike a gentle route beneath the Matterhorn
> Stay in cozy mountain huts and comfortable lodges
> We'll arrange all your overnights and route details

You wake up, unzip your sleeping bag, and peek out the window of Berggasthaus Trift. Boom. There it is. The Matterhorn, in all its glory. No crowds, no pressure—just you and the mountain. Five days of stress-free hiking, through the best of Zermatt’s mountain scenery, with charming Swiss huts waiting for you at the end of every stage. No climbing skills needed, just some spirit and good walking shoes. And yes, you’ll make it back to Zermatt with a grin and a full camera roll.

This beginner-friendly version of the Matterhorn Trek is designed for those who want the mountain experience without the technical drama. You hike from hut to hut—including Schönbielhütte and Gandegghütte—on good trails, averaging 10 kilometers a day. Each evening ends with a hot meal and panoramic views. It’s hiking made easy, but never boring.

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Included

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Zermatt Matterhorn Experience. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.

  • Accommodation

    During your Zermatt Matterhorn Experience, you will spend your nights in mountain huts. In the mountain huts we normally only book dormitories, but we can look into private rooms on request. If the private rooms are fully booked or not available in the hut, we automatically book a bed in dormitories for you. Please note that private rooms are more expensive and there will be an additional charge for this.

  • Half board (where possible)

    Accommodation in the huts includes dinner and breakfast, unless otherwise indicated in the exclusive list. This allows you to travel lighter and not have to worry about an extra meal. Please note, however, that lunch is not included, but can be purchased at the huts.

  • Navigation support

    Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

  • Traveling to and from

    You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.

  • Transfers

    Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.

  • Lunch

    Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.

  • Travel Insurance

    Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.

FAQ

  • What if the dates I want are not available?

  • If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?

  • How do I know if this trek is right for me?

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