Gornergrat

About this place

The Gornergrat is one of the most popular excursion destinations around Zermatt. The experience begins with the journey on the Gornergrat Bahn with a view of the Matterhorn. Once you reach the top, hardly anyone can get enough of the panorama: mountains and glaciers as far as the eye can see. Surrounded by more than two dozen 4,000-metre peaks, including the majestic Matterhorn, the Dufourspitze and the Dom, and several glaciers, the Gornergrat rewards you with unforgettable views. The Gornergrat Bahn overcomes 1'469 metres of altitude year-round and travels over impressive bridges, through galleries and tunnels, past larch and stone pine forests and mountain lakes. In summer, the Gornergrat is a unique hiking paradise. A hike to the alpine garden, to Riffelsee or to the Blacknose sheep is worthwhile for young and old alike. In winter too, there are numerous options for an eventful day. Whether sledging, hiking, snowshoeing or skiing, the view of the Matterhorn is guaranteed. In addition, the Gornergrat is home to the multimedia experience world «ZOOOM the Matterhorn», the «Golden Spot» photo point and a viewing platform, all open to visit all year round. Information Altitude: 3'089 m above sea level Access: Train from Brig/Visp to Zermatt, from Zermatt with the rack railway to the Gornergrat Timetable: Year-round operation, every 24 minutes in the high season Journey time: 33 minutes uphill, 44 minutes downhill Attractions: Ride on the Gornergrat rack railway, breathtaking views of 29 4,000-metre peaks, Matterhorn reflection in the Riffelsee in calm weather Food and drink: Restaurant with views of the Monte Rosa massif, self-service restaurant Special features: NostalChic Class – the most exclusive way to travel to the Gornergrat. Enjoy the exclusive atmosphere in a nostalgic carriage, receive information from a local guide and sample regional culinary specialities GoldenSpot & viewing platform – exhibition of a historic 3003 locomotive from the first generation of the Gornergratbahn in gold. The ideal place for a souvenir photo with the Matterhorn in the background ZOOOM the Matterhorn – the multimedia experience world on the Gornergrat 50 % discount with the Swiss Travel Pass, Swiss Travel Pass Flex and Swiss Half Fare Card Download full information here: PDF info guide Buy ticket online Mountain day trips Book your mountain ascent now, return journey included Timetable and ticket