Hiking trail marking on Riffelberg above Zermatt

Summer activities on the Gornergrat

The Gornergrat is recognised for its nature; in summer it is a mountain with different climate zones and a wonderful region for hiking. Discover the glacier and high-alpine, rocky terrain as well as luscious meadows and the Arven – Swiss-pine – forest.

Best view to the Matterhorn

A view of the Matterhorn will accompany you all day long. Be sure not to miss the new exhibition Zooom the Matterhorn on the Gornergrat itself.

Meet the sheep - discover the life of the blacknosed sheep on Gornergrat

Make a visit to our cuddly, black-nosed sheep, who will be enjoying an alpine summer with their shepherdess. Locate the sheep on a map and visit them in their natural environment.

The Gourmet ticket - for connoisseurs

Do you like to be pampered? Stop at any of our many, sunny terraces or pamper yourself all day with our Gourmet Ticket. You will pass at different mountain restaurants and enjoy a 5-course meal.

Mountainbiking - epic trails on your bucket list

You can even get to know the Gornergrat by bike: early mornings and in the late afternoon the bike trails are yours, and you don’t need to worry about irritated walkers. Did you know the Gornergrat Classic route? It's definitely one of those epic trails that you absolutely have to check off your bucket list.

Comic Map of the Gornergrat with Highlights & Points of Interests