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Gornergrat Railway Return Ticket, Zermatt

Interlaken & Zermatt, Switzerland2–4 hours at your own paceGuided in English

Ride Europe's highest open-air cogwheel railway from Zermatt to the Gornergrat ridge for a front-row view of the Matterhorn and 29 peaks over 4,000 m.

2–4 hours at your own paceExplore at your own pace
Individual ticketKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Cogwheel railway climbing to 3,089 m
  • The Matterhorn from the summit terrace
  • Views of the Gorner Glacier
  • Optional walk to the Riffelsee lake
  • Ride at your own pace

Full description

Since 1898, the Gornergrat railway has climbed from Zermatt to a rocky ridge at 3,089 m in about 33 minutes. Sit on the right-hand side going up for the best views of the Matterhorn as the train winds past forests, lakes and alpine pastures.

At the top, the terrace and observatory face the Gorner Glacier and a semicircle of the highest Swiss peaks. You can return straight away or walk down part of the route, such as to Riffelsee, where the Matterhorn reflects in the lake on calm days.

Itinerary

  1. Zermatt

    Board the train opposite Zermatt station.

  2. The climb

    Ride for about 33 minutes past Riffelalp and Riffelberg.

  3. Gornergrat

    Enjoy the summit terrace and viewpoints.

  4. Return

    Ride down when you are ready, or walk part of the way.

Included

  • Return Gornergrat railway ticket from Zermatt

Not included

  • Transport to Zermatt
  • Food and drinks
  • Guide

Meeting point

Gornergrat railway station, opposite Zermatt main station.The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Zermatt is car-free; arrive by train from Täsch or Visp.
  • It is much colder at the summit than in the village.
  • Visibility of the Matterhorn depends on the weather.

Frequently asked questions

Which side should I sit on?

The right-hand side in the direction of travel going up gives the best Matterhorn views.

Can I get off at intermediate stations?

Yes. You can hop off at stations along the line on your ticket.

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