People are sledging, while in the background, the Matterhorn rises majestically, covered in snow.

Sledding on the highest sled run of the Alps

View of the Matterhorn guaranteed

Not only is the sled run from Rotenboden, 2,815 metres to Riffelberg, 2,582 metres above sea level on the Gornergrat the highest in the Alps but also one of the most beautiful: it is located in a wonderful mountain setting. The high-speed descent through a snow-covered landscape is pure action!

With the Sledging Pass, you travel from Zermatt to Riffelberg, where you pick up your sledge. From there, you continue by train to Rotenboden, the starting point of the run. Then you can make as many sled runs between Rotenboden and Riffelberg, as you like. You move the whole day in an alpine landscape, surrounded by 29 four-thousand-meter peaks including the Matterhorn. If you want to go all the way up to the Gornergrat, our Winter Pass is the right thing for you.

The sledding run is not open year-round. It operates only in winter, typically from January to March, depending on snow conditions.

Wear the appropriate equipment:

Warm winter Clothing and gloves
Sturdy shoes with good grip for steering and braking (no trainers, high heels or ski boots)
A snow sports helmet

Follow these safety instructions:

Familiarize yourself with braking and steering techniques
Children should sit at the front and close to the adult
Do not bring dogs onto the sledding run

No sledge – no problem

From this winter, you pick up your sledge directly at Riffelberg. From there, take it with you on the train to Rotenboden, the starting point of the run. At the end of your sledging day, return it at Riffelberg.

The sledge rental is already included in all sledging tickets.