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Explore stunning nature and quaint towns of Swiss Alps on this balanced road trip.

Swiss Adventure

The best of mountain regions with the sunrise at Riffelsee, for true nature lovers.

Mountain Paradise

Switzerland

Spring brings beautiful vivid-green meadows with blooming flowers and cows just released to graze. Most activities are open but beware of closed trails due to not yet melted snow.

Spring

Summer features the best weather and vibes. The days are sunny but not hot, towns are relaxed. The only downside is the occasional crowds, but it never gets too busy.

Summer

It gets beautiful in the fall when snowy peaks start contrasting with foliage. It starts to become chilly, but most sights and trails are still open and the crowds are pretty much gone.

Fall

Switzerland transforms into a totally different place during winter with some of the best ski resorts in the world. But most of the attractions lose their appeal, so we do not recommend winters except for a ski escape.

Winter

A Journey Up in Heavens

Switzerland – A Journey Up in Heavens

The Matterhorn is a towering mountain peak that is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and recognizable mountains in the world. With its distinctive shape and stunning alpine scenery, it is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Switzerland.

There are many ways exploring Matterhorn from Zermatt village, with the Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise being our favorites.

Gornergrat Bahn is a scenic (and expensive) cogwheel train that travels up to the Gornergrat observation platform. From here, you'll be able to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Matterhorn and the surrounding alpine landscape.

A cable car from Zermatt to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise is more affordable and offers stunning views of the surrounding glaciers and peaks. At the top, there is a variety of hiking options and a restaurant with panoramic views.

Make sure to to dress appropriately for the weather and altitude, and bring plenty of water and snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day.

Matterhorn

Under the shadow of the mighty Matterhorn, where skiing or simply soaking in the panoramic views from the Gornergrat railway becomes a moment of awe; this is the experience of Zermatt.

Zermatt

Zermatt is a car-free village, so you must drive to the nearby Täsch, park the car at the train station, and take a shuttle train to Zermatt.

This might sound like a lot, but in reality it is a pretty smooth experience. You just follow the signs to the parking lot, get your parking ticket, then buy a train ticket from the machine, and voila!

The shuttle trains run every 20 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes during off-peak hours.