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#80 of 300 · Pennine Alps (Zermatt)

Matterhorn Glacier Trail

SwitzerlandValais

A short high-alpine trail from Trockener Steg to the Schwarzsee across ice-scoured rock left by the retreating Theodul and Furgg glaciers, with information boards on glacial retreat and constant views of the Matterhorn's east face.

Distance
6.5 km
Point to point
Ascent
150 m
High point 2,940 m
Time
2 h 30 min
Day hike
Difficulty
Moderate
Sustained climbing or a long day, no exposure.
Best months
Jul–Sep
When the route is usually in condition
Start
Trockener Steg (cable car)
Finish: Schwarzsee

Route

Topographic map of Matterhorn Glacier Trail, from Trockener Steg to SchwarzseeTrockener StegSchwarzseeStart: Trockener StegFinish: Schwarzsee© OpenStreetMap contributors, SRTM · © OpenTopoMap
StartFinishWaypoints joined by straight lines, not a GPS track.
  1. Trockener Steg
  2. Schwarzsee

Wildlife along the route

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