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On the Breithorn West SummitPhoto: Mario Felder, Zermatt Tourismus
The Breithorn is considered one of the easiest four-thousanders in summer thanks to the short approach. It is also possible in winter to make the dream of climbing a four-thousander come true there. The incredible 360° view and the long descent to Zermatt make the mountain a very rewarding destination even in the cold months.
From Klein Matterhorn, ski touring initially goes flat over the Breithorn plateau before turning north towards the Breithorn western summit. After just a few minutes, you are very close to the mighty mountains of snow, ice, and rock, which are clearly visible from the village. Depending on conditions, a ski depot is made just below the magical 4,000-meter mark, and the last section is completed on foot (possibly with crampons). Upon reaching the summit, you enjoy a 360° view that stretches from the Bernese Alps over France to Italy.
- 360° view not only into the Valais Alps but also to the Bernese Alps, Italy, and France
- Crampons may be necessary depending on conditions
- Long, enjoyable descent on the glacier down to Zermatt
Author’s recommendation
Descent via Schwarztor possible.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Restaurant Matterhorn Glacier ParadiseShred Coffee
Furri
Blatten
Hennu Stall
Safety information
- Never embark on a route without a mountain guide
- Get information on the weather and avalanche situation: snow report
Further information can be found in the avalanche bulletin for Switzerland (www.slf.ch) - Always maintain visual contact with companions
- Traverse key points and extreme steep slopes individually
- Never enter a wildlife protection zone (subject to fines)
- Always set the avalanche transceiver (LVS device) to transmit
- Always carry a shovel and probe
- Pay attention to daily warming and continuously reassess conditions
Tips and suggestions
Roadbook
Klein Matterhorn – Breithorn plateau – Breithorn – Breithorn plateau – Lower Theodul Glacier - Furi - Zermatt
Option: descent via Schwarztor
We recommend booking a local mountain guide for this route.
Restaurant Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Glacier palace
Breithorn
Shred Coffee
Hamlet of Furi
Furri
Furi mountain station
Blatten
Hamlet of Blatten
Hennu Stall
Bus stop Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Public transport
By train to Matterhorn village: 3½ hours from Zurich airport or 4 hours from Geneva airport. Visp is the transfer point to the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. From Visp, the railway runs through the Nikolai valley, past small, idyllic villages to Zermatt.
Zermatt is also the start or end point of the world-famous Glacier Express panoramic train journey (St. Moritz / Davos – Zermatt).
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Directions
Zermatt is car-free. Access for private traffic is only allowed up to Täsch (5 km before Zermatt). The Täsch - Zermatt road is closed to public traffic.
Further travel to Zermatt is possible either by private taxi or with shuttle trains. The trains run every 20 minutes. After about 12 minutes, the journey ends at the train station square in Zermatt.
Parking
In Täsch, multi-storey car parks with covered and uncovered spaces are available, for example, at the Matterhorn Terminal or with private operators.
Further travel: see directions.
Coordinates
Equipment
Our recommendation:
- Ski mountaineering equipment: ski touring boots, touring skis with touring bindings, ski poles, skins, crampons
- Climbing harness
- Avalanche transceiver (LVS)
- Backpack, shovel, probe
- Warm, weatherproof clothing
- Warm gloves and hat
- Sunglasses and sun protection
- Warm drinks
- Snacks (energy-rich food such as chocolate, dried fruits)
Important! Requirement: proficiency in parallel turns on all snow types, good physical fitness
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions