Matterhorn Trek Group
Matterhorn Trek in a group - hut trekking with panoramic views
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Endurance
4You're in top shape, experienced in the mountains, and enjoy pushing your limits. You’ll proudly look back on hikes over 6 hours and 800 vertical meters. Long, demanding tours, steep climbs, and technical terrain are no problem–even with a full backpack. -
Technique
4You're confident and sure-footed in challenging, sometimes pathless terrain. You handle boulder fields, exposed spots, snowfields, and steep gullies easily. Excellent alpine experience and a good head for heights may be needed (≈ T3–T4 level). -
Duration
5 days -
Date
July - September -
Participants
3-6 persons
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Highlights
Description
The Matterhorn Trek is a top-class hut trekking experience! The route stretches over around 50 km and leads from Zermatt to the Hörnlihütte at an altitude of over 3,260 m - a tour that requires fitness and mountain experience. Each stage is unique: from rare alpine flowers and impressive high mountain panoramas to the mighty north face of the Matterhorn.
On request and for an extra charge, the tour can be crowned with an ascent of the Breithorn on the last day. You can hire the necessary glacier equipment (crampons and climbing harness) from us - your mountain guide will bring it directly to the Gandegghütte.
All overnight stays in the mountain huts are organized in advance. A warm welcome awaits you there with a welcome aperitif and an invigorating dinner - perfect moments to pause and enjoy.
Program
Day 1: Zermatt - Berggasthaus Trift
We start this adventure together from the ZERMATTERS home base. From there, the trail leads through the Triftal valley to the Trift mountain inn (3,227 m)
Day 2: Berggasthaus Trift - Schönbielhütte
The steep ascent at the start is rewarded with one of the most beautiful routes in the region - via Höhbalmen, Hohliecht and later along the Zmuttgletscher to the Schönbielhütte, where we are welcomed by hut warden Yolanda Biner.
Day 3: Schönbielhütte - Hörnlihütte
The north face of the Matterhorn gets closer and closer on this hike! Via Schwarzsee we reach the Hörnlihütte at 3,260 metres. At the foot of the Matterhorn we can recharge our batteries and enjoy the view.
Day 4: Hörnlihütte - Gandegghütte
Watch the mountaineers climb up the Hörnli ridge with their headlamps early in the morning and then hike on to the Gandegghütte! Nestled in a unique rocky landscape, this hut offers a marvellous panorama.
Day 5: Gandegghütte - Zermatt
The last morning and therefore the last stage. The return journey to Zermatt starts from here. On request and for an extra charge, you can climb the Breithorn (with a mountain guide) from here!
- Good hiking boots
- Small backpack, max. 30 liters
- Comfortable hiking clothes, adapted to the weather
- Water and windproof jacket
- Cap or sun hat
- Sunglasses and sun cream
- Snacks (high-energy food such as chocolate, dried fruit)
- drinks
- Hiking poles if necessary
- Silk sleeping bag (obligatory)
- Minimal spare clothes
- Headlamp
- Wash kit
- Plaster
- Personal pharmacy
- Cash, identity card
For the hike to the Monte Rosa hut and other hikes on the glacier:
Crampons and climbing harness: can be hired from ZERMATTERS
The huts
General information about the huts
Berggasthaus Trift (2,337 m)
The traditional Berggasthaus Trift is situated at 2,337 m, away from the lifts or pistes - accessible via a well-maintained but steep hiking trail through larch forest and the Trift Gorge.
With 48 beds in double rooms, a camp and family management by hut warden Hugo Biner (qualified mountain guide and ski instructor), the hut offers home-made specialties such as apple pie and dried meat.It is a popular stopover on routes such as the Mettelhorn and Wisshorn or a starting point for longer tours, such as the Zinalrothorn, and is open from June to September
Schönbiel hut (2,694 m)
The SAC Schönbiel hut is located at 2,694 m in the Zmutt valley and can accommodate 70 guests plus 12 in the winter room.
The current hut, which was built in 1955, is managed by Yolanda and Fredy Biner (qualified mountain guide). A renovation of the hut is planned for the coming years. Edward Whymper, the first person to climb the Matterhorn, visited the Schönbielhütte when it opened.
It is ideal for families and serves as a starting point for alpine tours to four-thousand-metre peaks and the Haute Route. In summer, accessible on foot from Schwarzsee (2½ hours) or Zermatt (4 hours).
Hörnlihütte (3,260 m)
The Hörnlihütte is located at 3,260 m on the Hörnligrat, below the Matterhorn, and sleeps 150 people. Built in 1880 and most recently extensively renovated (2013-2015), it is now managed by Edith and Martin Lehner (qualified mountain guide).
It serves as a central base for Matterhorn ascents and combines modern sustainability (solar power, water recycling) with a high level of comfort. Ascent from Schwarzsee takes 2 - 3 hours, from Zermatt 4 ½ hours
Gandegghütte (3,030 m)
The privately run Gandegghütte is located at 3,030 m in the Klein Matterhorn ski area, directly on a ridge between the Upper and Lower Theodul Glacier.
Originally built in 1885 and rebuilt in 1964, it offers 50 beds and functions as a restaurant in both summer and winter.
It is an ideal starting point for summits such as Breithorn, Klein Matterhorn or crossings to Hörnlihütte and Monte Rosa Hütte (4-5 h).
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Endurance
4You're in top shape, experienced in the mountains, and enjoy pushing your limits. You’ll proudly look back on hikes over 6 hours and 800 vertical meters. Long, demanding tours, steep climbs, and technical terrain are no problem–even with a full backpack. -
Technique
4You're confident and sure-footed in challenging, sometimes pathless terrain. You handle boulder fields, exposed spots, snowfields, and steep gullies easily. Excellent alpine experience and a good head for heights may be needed (≈ T3–T4 level). -
Duration
5 days -
Date
July - September -
Participants
3-6 persons
A legendary hut hike in Zermatt: experience five spectacular stages to high alpine huts, feel the romance of the mountains and enjoy unforgettable views of the Matterhorn - accompanied by our experienced guides.
Highlights
Date
From the beginning of July to mid-September, depending on the opening hours of the huts, the weather and the conditions.
Number of participants
The group offer requires a minimum number of 3 participants. A maximum of 6 participants per mountain guide can take part in the tour (depending on conditions). If the minimum number of participants is not reached, it is possible that the tour cannot take place.
Description
The Matterhorn Trek is a top-class hut trekking experience! The route stretches over around 50 km and leads from Zermatt to the Hörnlihütte at an altitude of over 3,260 m - a tour that requires fitness and mountain experience. Each stage is unique: from rare alpine flowers and impressive high mountain panoramas to the mighty north face of the Matterhorn.
On request and for an extra charge, the tour can be crowned with an ascent of the Breithorn on the last day. You can hire the necessary glacier equipment (crampons and climbing harness) from us - your mountain guide will bring it directly to the Gandegghütte.
All overnight stays in the mountain huts are organized in advance. A warm welcome awaits you there with a welcome aperitif and an invigorating dinner - perfect moments to pause and enjoy.
Program
Day 1: Zermatt - Berggasthaus Trift
We start this adventure together from the ZERMATTERS home base. From there, the trail leads through the Triftal valley to the Trift mountain inn (3,227 m)
Day 2: Berggasthaus Trift - Schönbielhütte
The steep ascent at the start is rewarded with one of the most beautiful routes in the region - via Höhbalmen, Hohliecht and later along the Zmuttgletscher to the Schönbielhütte, where we are welcomed by hut warden Yolanda Biner.
Day 3: Schönbielhütte - Hörnlihütte
The north face of the Matterhorn gets closer and closer on this hike! Via Schwarzsee we reach the Hörnlihütte at 3,260 metres. At the foot of the Matterhorn we can recharge our batteries and enjoy the view.
Day 4: Hörnlihütte - Gandegghütte
Watch the mountaineers climb up the Hörnli ridge with their headlamps early in the morning and then hike on to the Gandegghütte! Nestled in a unique rocky landscape, this hut offers a marvellous panorama.
Day 5: Gandegghütte - Zermatt
The last morning and therefore the last stage. The return journey to Zermatt starts from here. On request and for an extra charge, you can climb the Breithorn (with a mountain guide) from here!
Additional costs
- Overnight stays in huts
- Rental equipment (crampons and climbing harness) CHF 15.00 per person, available at the ZERMATTERS Homebase
- Good hiking boots
- Small backpack, max. 30 liters
- Comfortable hiking clothes, adapted to the weather
- Water and windproof jacket
- Cap or sun hat
- Sunglasses and sun cream
- Snacks (high-energy food such as chocolate, dried fruit)
- drinks
- Hiking poles if necessary
- Silk sleeping bag (obligatory)
- Minimal spare clothes
- Headlamp
- Wash kit
- Plaster
- Personal pharmacy
- Cash, identity card
For the hike to the Monte Rosa hut and other hikes on the glacier:
Crampons and climbing harness: can be hired from ZERMATTERS
The huts
General information about the huts
Berggasthaus Trift (2,337 m)
The traditional Berggasthaus Trift is situated at 2,337 m, away from the lifts or pistes - accessible via a well-maintained but steep hiking trail through larch forest and the Trift Gorge.
With 48 beds in double rooms, a camp and family management by hut warden Hugo Biner (qualified mountain guide and ski instructor), the hut offers home-made specialties such as apple pie and dried meat.It is a popular stopover on routes such as the Mettelhorn and Wisshorn or a starting point for longer tours, such as the Zinalrothorn, and is open from June to September
Schönbiel hut (2,694 m)
The SAC Schönbiel hut is located at 2,694 m in the Zmutt valley and can accommodate 70 guests plus 12 in the winter room.
The current hut, which was built in 1955, is managed by Yolanda and Fredy Biner (qualified mountain guide). A renovation of the hut is planned for the coming years. Edward Whymper, the first person to climb the Matterhorn, visited the Schönbielhütte when it opened.
It is ideal for families and serves as a starting point for alpine tours to four-thousand-metre peaks and the Haute Route. In summer, accessible on foot from Schwarzsee (2½ hours) or Zermatt (4 hours).
Hörnlihütte (3,260 m)
The Hörnlihütte is located at 3,260 m on the Hörnligrat, below the Matterhorn, and sleeps 150 people. Built in 1880 and most recently extensively renovated (2013-2015), it is now managed by Edith and Martin Lehner (qualified mountain guide).
It serves as a central base for Matterhorn ascents and combines modern sustainability (solar power, water recycling) with a high level of comfort. Ascent from Schwarzsee takes 2 - 3 hours, from Zermatt 4 ½ hours
Gandegghütte (3,030 m)
The privately run Gandegghütte is located at 3,030 m in the Klein Matterhorn ski area, directly on a ridge between the Upper and Lower Theodul Glacier.
Originally built in 1885 and rebuilt in 1964, it offers 50 beds and functions as a restaurant in both summer and winter.
It is an ideal starting point for summits such as Breithorn, Klein Matterhorn or crossings to Hörnlihütte and Monte Rosa Hütte (4-5 h).
