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Sunnegga
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- Paragliding “The Spectacular” in Zermatt
Paragliding “The Spectacular” in Zermatt
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- From Zermatt: Sunnegga Cable Car Ticket
From Zermatt: Sunnegga Cable Car Ticket
Zermattper person
from $30
- Rent Stand Up Paddle on the Brandsee near Elsigenalp
Rent Stand Up Paddle on the Brandsee near Elsigenalp
Frutigenper person
from $20
- Day hike with guide in Gstaad and Rougemont
Day hike with guide in Gstaad and Rougemont
Gstaadper person
from $438
- Matterhorn Glacier Trail private day hike from Zermatt
Matterhorn Glacier Trail private day hike from Zermatt
Zermattper person
from $329
- Self-guided gourmet hike through the vineyard starting from Sion
Self-guided gourmet hike through the vineyard starting from Sion
Sionper person
from $102
- Ticket Cable Car Melchsee-Frutt from Stöckalp
Ticket Cable Car Melchsee-Frutt from Stöckalp
3.8(4)Kernsper person
from $33
- "Hidden Gems" Interlaken private e-bike tour
"Hidden Gems" Interlaken private e-bike tour
Interlakenper person
from $231
- Private hike up the Niesen with a Swiss triathlete from Spiez
Private hike up the Niesen with a Swiss triathlete from Spiez
Spiezper person
from $374
- Kayak or Canoe Rental at Lake Lucerne from Brunnen
Kayak or Canoe Rental at Lake Lucerne from Brunnen
Brunnen-Ingenbohlper person
from $85
- Ticket Lantern Walk Sattel-Hochstuckli
Ticket Lantern Walk Sattel-Hochstuckli
5.0(4)saddleper person
from $39
- Culinary Hike "Flumserberg Pleasure Route"
Culinary Hike "Flumserberg Pleasure Route"
4.7(3)Flumsper person
from $78
- "On the prowl with the huntress" Excursion in Jurapark Aargau
"On the prowl with the huntress" Excursion in Jurapark Aargau
Thalheimper person
from $20
- Ticket Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
Ticket Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
4.7(81)Grindelwaldper person
from $28
Good to know about Sunnegga
Travel Guide
8 Highlights on the Sunnegga
- Sunnegga is located at 2288 m above sea level and is a popular destination all year round
- Hikers and mountain bikers use the area around the Leisee with its trails in summer
- The Leisee has a bathing beach, playground and barbecue areas
- A marmot observation post is a special experience for the whole family
- An incomparable view of the Matterhorn lets excursionists enjoy the sun terrace of the restaurant
- The funicular takes only five minutes from Zermatt through a rock tunnel to Sunnegga
- Bike trails are popular on Sunnegga not only because of the unique view
- With the Kickbike, an all-terrain scooter, you ride from Sunnegga over 821 meters in altitude to Zermatt
- Children and adult ski or snowboard beginners use the Wolli beginners' park on Sunnegga
- Paragliders use the funicular to Sunnegga all year round
What to expect at Sunnegga
At 2,288 m above sea level, Sunnegga is situated on a plateau that offers a unique view of the Matterhorn.
You can reach this alpine area in under 5 minutes via the funicular railway from Zermatt, passing through a rock tunnel. Sunnegga is particularly family-friendly. Within a few minutes' walk, you can get to a viewpoint for marmots. The clear Leisee is very popular with families as a bathing lake. There are also barbecue spots and a playground for children.
In winter, winter sports take place further up. You'll quickly reach the ski area via the lifts, but the sun terrace is a great place to relax. The Wolli beginner's park at Sunnegga is suitable for ski beginners, and from here, winter walks and snowshoeing trails start.
Leisee at Sunnegga
The Leisee is located at 2,232 m above sea level and is a popular destination for families. You can reach it from the Sunnegga mountain station in about a 10-minute walk or just 3 minutes using the Leisee shuttle. Since the lake is shallow, it offers pleasant bathing temperatures in summer. A small stream flows into the lake, providing play opportunities for children. In July, they can observe tadpoles and small frogs here.
Besides the playground and a play raft, various barbecue and picnic spots make for the perfect addition to a family outing. Firewood is provided, but you should bring matches and some newspaper yourself.
A picnic pavilion protects from excessive sun or rain. The lake reflects the Matterhorn, making it a very popular photo spot.
Wolverine Observation Post Sunnegga
Just a few minutes' walk from the Sunnegga mountain station, you'll find an observation post for marmots. It's only staffed during the summer since marmots hibernate in winter. An educational trail provides information about the lives of these charming animals on display panels.
Wolli Adventure Park Sunnegga
The Wolli Adventure Park Sunnegga is located right next to Leisee. The playground is suitable for children aged 0-15. A wooden raft is securely attached to a cable, allowing older kids to cross the lake. There are barbecue spots, a picnic pavilion, toilets, and a kiosk nearby.
The playground features:
- Benches and tables
- Climbing frames
- Swings
- Slides
- More than 8 different play structures
Wolli is the mascot of the Zermatt region and represents a black-nosed sheep.
You can reach the Wolli Adventure Park from the Sunnegga mountain station via a marked path that’s suitable for strollers. With the shuttle funicular, it takes you five minutes.
Wolli Beginner Park Sunnegga
The Wolli Beginner Park is located in a particularly sunny and sheltered spot, making it perfect for ski and snowboard beginners.
Entry to the beginner park is free. You can practice on your own or book one of the ski schools in Zermatt. Five magic carpets (conveyor belts), drag lifts, and various play equipment ensure that all “snow bunnies” feel comfortable quickly.
You can reach the Wolli Beginner Park in 10 minutes on foot from the mountain station, or in 3 minutes using the self-service Leisee shuttle.
Arrival Sunnegga with the mountain railways
Two funiculars go to Sunnegga. One starts in Zermatt, the other at the Leisee.
Mountain railroads to Sunnegga
| Valley station | Height (m a.s.l.) | Mountain station | Height (m a.s.l.) | Lift type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zermatt | 1599 | Sunnegga | 2279 | Cable car (underground) |
| Leisee | 2247 | Sunnegga | 2290 | Stand Cableway (inclined) |
From Sunnegga you have direct connection to these cable cars:
- Sunnegga - Blauherd combined lift
- chairlift Eisfluh
- Chairlift Findeln
The beginner ski pass of Zermatt Bergbahnen therefore includes all five cable cars. So, in addition to access to the Wolli beginner park, you also have access to the blue beginner slopes in the Sunnegga-Blauherd area
Swiss Activities Tip:
Youngsters under 16 ski for free on Saturdays. There is a 50% discount for them on the mountain railroads
Mountain railroads in the Sunnegga - Rothorn area
Two funicular railroads, one aerial tramway and one gondola lift operate in the Sunnegga-Rothorn area.
- Zermatt - Sunnegga (funicular)
- Sunnegga - Blauherd (gondola lift)
- Blauherd - Rothorn (aerial tramway)
- Leisee - Shuttle (funicular)
- Patrullarve (chairlift)
- Hublot-Express: Gant-Blauherd (chairlift)
- Eisfluh (chairlift)
The trip from Zermatt to the Rothorn is done with three consecutive cable cars and takes 20 min. From Zermatt (1608 m) to the Rothorn (3103 m) 1495 meters of altitude are covered.
Restaurant on the Sunnegga
The Buffet Bar Sunnegga restaurant is located directly at the mountain station. It has a huge terrace with a unique view of the Matterhorn. The sun is almost always shining here. The self-service restaurant is open all day and offers Swiss and Valais specialties, including vegan cuisine. There are 432 seats inside and 350 outside.
Other restaurants you'll find in Findeln:
- Paradise with 50/100 seats inside and outside
- Mountain restaurant Findlerhof with 100/120 seats
- Adler-Hitta with 120/120 seats
Activities on Sunnegga
Sunnegga is a year-round excursion paradise.
Activities on Sunnegga include:
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Hiking, winter hiking and snowshoeing
- Mountain biking and kick biking
Winter Sports at Sunnegga
Besides the Wolli beginner park, you can access 19 well-maintained slopes in the Rothorn-Sunnegga ski area at Sunnegga. You can take gondolas, chairlifts, and finally the funicular to get further up to the Rothorn.
This sun-drenched ski resort features popular runs such as 11 (red) and 7 (blue) between Rothorn and Sunnegga. After skiing, many skiers love to relax on the terrace of the Sunnegga restaurant to soak up the sun and enjoy the view of the Matterhorn.
For renting skis and sports gear, you’ll find two providers right close to the valley station.
Offers from swiss Activities for guided ski tours starting from Sunnegga:
Skischools at Sunnegga
You’ll definitely find a course tailored to your skill level among the ski schools in Zermatt. Whether in a group or with a private instructor, Sunnegga is a great place to improve your skills.
A selection of offers from Swiss Activities
Hiking Sunnegga
Some very popular hiking trails start or end on Sunnegga.
5-Lakes Hike (No. 11)
The 5-lake trail leads from Blauherd to Sunnegga. You pass these lakes: Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, Leisee.
- Distance: 9.8 km
- Duration: 2:30 hours
- Altitude gain: 165↑ 454↓ hm
- Season: June to September
Swiss Activities Tip:
You can see a reflection of the Matterhorn at Lake Stelli, Lake Grindji and Lake Lei.
Other hiking trails in summer
- Flower trail (No. 3): Blauherd - Tufteren - Sunnegga (1:20 hours)
- Marble trail (No. 8): Blauherd - Stellisee - Sunnegga (1:10 hours)
- Forest trail (no. 12): Sunnegga - Tufteren - Patrullarve - Ried - Zermatt (1:50 hours)
Winter hiking Sunnegga
In winter, it's best to take snowshoes to hike through the magnificent landscape.
Winter Wonder Trail snowshoes (no. 146): Sunnegga - Gant - Riffelalp
- Distance: 7.7 km
- Duration: 3 hours
- Altitude gain: 326 ↓ 237 ↑
- Season: December to April
Winter Hiking Trail (No. 110): Blauherd - Fluhalp
- Distance: 2.2 km
- Duration: 1 hour
- Altitude difference: 89 ↓ 55 ↑
- Season: December to April
Mountain bike and kickbike on the Sunnegga
With your mountain bike, be sure to show consideration for hikers on the trails. On the flow trail F2 (Sunnegga trail) you are on the road for 30 min without hikers and can really step on the gas
Kickbikes are all-terrain scooters that you can rent at the mountain station. You ride them from Sunnegga over 821 meters of altitude to Zermatt.
As you can see, there are many possibilities for activities on the Sunnegga. Therefore, the alpine area is very popular especially with families. The great view of the Matterhorn is a special highlight.
8 Highlights on the Sunnegga
- Sunnegga is located at 2288 m above sea level and is a popular destination all year round
- Hikers and mountain bikers use the area around the Leisee with its trails in summer
- The Leisee has a bathing beach, playground and barbecue areas
- A marmot observation post is a special experience for the whole family
- An incomparable view of the Matterhorn lets excursionists enjoy the sun terrace of the restaurant
- The funicular takes only five minutes from Zermatt through a rock tunnel to Sunnegga
- Bike trails are popular on Sunnegga not only because of the unique view
- With the Kickbike, an all-terrain scooter, you ride from Sunnegga over 821 meters in altitude to Zermatt
- Children and adult ski or snowboard beginners use the Wolli beginners' park on Sunnegga
- Paragliders use the funicular to Sunnegga all year round
What to expect at Sunnegga
At 2,288 m above sea level, Sunnegga is situated on a plateau that offers a unique view of the Matterhorn.
You can reach this alpine area in under 5 minutes via the funicular railway from Zermatt, passing through a rock tunnel. Sunnegga is particularly family-friendly. Within a few minutes' walk, you can get to a viewpoint for marmots. The clear Leisee is very popular with families as a bathing lake. There are also barbecue spots and a playground for children.
In winter, winter sports take place further up. You'll quickly reach the ski area via the lifts, but the sun terrace is a great place to relax. The Wolli beginner's park at Sunnegga is suitable for ski beginners, and from here, winter walks and snowshoeing trails start.
Leisee at Sunnegga
The Leisee is located at 2,232 m above sea level and is a popular destination for families. You can reach it from the Sunnegga mountain station in about a 10-minute walk or just 3 minutes using the Leisee shuttle. Since the lake is shallow, it offers pleasant bathing temperatures in summer. A small stream flows into the lake, providing play opportunities for children. In July, they can observe tadpoles and small frogs here.
Besides the playground and a play raft, various barbecue and picnic spots make for the perfect addition to a family outing. Firewood is provided, but you should bring matches and some newspaper yourself.
A picnic pavilion protects from excessive sun or rain. The lake reflects the Matterhorn, making it a very popular photo spot.
Wolverine Observation Post Sunnegga
Just a few minutes' walk from the Sunnegga mountain station, you'll find an observation post for marmots. It's only staffed during the summer since marmots hibernate in winter. An educational trail provides information about the lives of these charming animals on display panels.
Wolli Adventure Park Sunnegga
The Wolli Adventure Park Sunnegga is located right next to Leisee. The playground is suitable for children aged 0-15. A wooden raft is securely attached to a cable, allowing older kids to cross the lake. There are barbecue spots, a picnic pavilion, toilets, and a kiosk nearby.
The playground features:
- Benches and tables
- Climbing frames
- Swings
- Slides
- More than 8 different play structures
Wolli is the mascot of the Zermatt region and represents a black-nosed sheep.
You can reach the Wolli Adventure Park from the Sunnegga mountain station via a marked path that’s suitable for strollers. With the shuttle funicular, it takes you five minutes.
Wolli Beginner Park Sunnegga
The Wolli Beginner Park is located in a particularly sunny and sheltered spot, making it perfect for ski and snowboard beginners.
Entry to the beginner park is free. You can practice on your own or book one of the ski schools in Zermatt. Five magic carpets (conveyor belts), drag lifts, and various play equipment ensure that all “snow bunnies” feel comfortable quickly.
You can reach the Wolli Beginner Park in 10 minutes on foot from the mountain station, or in 3 minutes using the self-service Leisee shuttle.
Arrival Sunnegga with the mountain railways
Two funiculars go to Sunnegga. One starts in Zermatt, the other at the Leisee.
Mountain railroads to Sunnegga
| Valley station | Height (m a.s.l.) | Mountain station | Height (m a.s.l.) | Lift type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zermatt | 1599 | Sunnegga | 2279 | Cable car (underground) |
| Leisee | 2247 | Sunnegga | 2290 | Stand Cableway (inclined) |
From Sunnegga you have direct connection to these cable cars:
- Sunnegga - Blauherd combined lift
- chairlift Eisfluh
- Chairlift Findeln
The beginner ski pass of Zermatt Bergbahnen therefore includes all five cable cars. So, in addition to access to the Wolli beginner park, you also have access to the blue beginner slopes in the Sunnegga-Blauherd area
Swiss Activities Tip:
Youngsters under 16 ski for free on Saturdays. There is a 50% discount for them on the mountain railroads
Mountain railroads in the Sunnegga - Rothorn area
Two funicular railroads, one aerial tramway and one gondola lift operate in the Sunnegga-Rothorn area.
- Zermatt - Sunnegga (funicular)
- Sunnegga - Blauherd (gondola lift)
- Blauherd - Rothorn (aerial tramway)
- Leisee - Shuttle (funicular)
- Patrullarve (chairlift)
- Hublot-Express: Gant-Blauherd (chairlift)
- Eisfluh (chairlift)
The trip from Zermatt to the Rothorn is done with three consecutive cable cars and takes 20 min. From Zermatt (1608 m) to the Rothorn (3103 m) 1495 meters of altitude are covered.
Restaurant on the Sunnegga
The Buffet Bar Sunnegga restaurant is located directly at the mountain station. It has a huge terrace with a unique view of the Matterhorn. The sun is almost always shining here. The self-service restaurant is open all day and offers Swiss and Valais specialties, including vegan cuisine. There are 432 seats inside and 350 outside.
Other restaurants you'll find in Findeln:
- Paradise with 50/100 seats inside and outside
- Mountain restaurant Findlerhof with 100/120 seats
- Adler-Hitta with 120/120 seats
Activities on Sunnegga
Sunnegga is a year-round excursion paradise.
Activities on Sunnegga include:
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Hiking, winter hiking and snowshoeing
- Mountain biking and kick biking
Winter Sports at Sunnegga
Besides the Wolli beginner park, you can access 19 well-maintained slopes in the Rothorn-Sunnegga ski area at Sunnegga. You can take gondolas, chairlifts, and finally the funicular to get further up to the Rothorn.
This sun-drenched ski resort features popular runs such as 11 (red) and 7 (blue) between Rothorn and Sunnegga. After skiing, many skiers love to relax on the terrace of the Sunnegga restaurant to soak up the sun and enjoy the view of the Matterhorn.
For renting skis and sports gear, you’ll find two providers right close to the valley station.
Offers from swiss Activities for guided ski tours starting from Sunnegga:
Skischools at Sunnegga
You’ll definitely find a course tailored to your skill level among the ski schools in Zermatt. Whether in a group or with a private instructor, Sunnegga is a great place to improve your skills.
A selection of offers from Swiss Activities
Hiking Sunnegga
Some very popular hiking trails start or end on Sunnegga.
5-Lakes Hike (No. 11)
The 5-lake trail leads from Blauherd to Sunnegga. You pass these lakes: Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, Leisee.
- Distance: 9.8 km
- Duration: 2:30 hours
- Altitude gain: 165↑ 454↓ hm
- Season: June to September
Swiss Activities Tip:
You can see a reflection of the Matterhorn at Lake Stelli, Lake Grindji and Lake Lei.
Other hiking trails in summer
- Flower trail (No. 3): Blauherd - Tufteren - Sunnegga (1:20 hours)
- Marble trail (No. 8): Blauherd - Stellisee - Sunnegga (1:10 hours)
- Forest trail (no. 12): Sunnegga - Tufteren - Patrullarve - Ried - Zermatt (1:50 hours)
Winter hiking Sunnegga
In winter, it's best to take snowshoes to hike through the magnificent landscape.
Winter Wonder Trail snowshoes (no. 146): Sunnegga - Gant - Riffelalp
- Distance: 7.7 km
- Duration: 3 hours
- Altitude gain: 326 ↓ 237 ↑
- Season: December to April
Winter Hiking Trail (No. 110): Blauherd - Fluhalp
- Distance: 2.2 km
- Duration: 1 hour
- Altitude difference: 89 ↓ 55 ↑
- Season: December to April
Mountain bike and kickbike on the Sunnegga
With your mountain bike, be sure to show consideration for hikers on the trails. On the flow trail F2 (Sunnegga trail) you are on the road for 30 min without hikers and can really step on the gas
Kickbikes are all-terrain scooters that you can rent at the mountain station. You ride them from Sunnegga over 821 meters of altitude to Zermatt.
As you can see, there are many possibilities for activities on the Sunnegga. Therefore, the alpine area is very popular especially with families. The great view of the Matterhorn is a special highlight.