Matterhorn

Natural icon in Switzerland

The Matterhorn in Switzerland is unique in the world due to its shape. This 4.478-metre-high mountain is extremely steep and has been known as the most beautiful mountain on earth.

This is one of the most famous mountains in the world. And in the rest of the world. The 4,478 meter high mountain is extremely steep and is often referred to as the most beautiful mountain in the world.

On the 14th of July 2015 it was 150 years since the first person climbed the famous Matterhorn mountain in Switzerland. To celebrate a large group of mountain climbers lit up the mountain with torches. It was a very impressive sight, as is the mountain itself.

Tips to see the Matterhorn at its best

Seeing the Matterhorn is literally a highlight for many tourists. However, this mountain is often shrouded in clouds. Clouds collide with the mountain and linger. Waiting sometimes makes sense, but often it doesn't. These are good locations to see the mountain.

Matterhorn at sunrise

The sunrise at the Matterhorn.

Seeing the Matterhorn is literally a highlight for many tourists. However, this mountain is often shrouded in clouds. Clouds collide with the mountain and linger. Waiting sometimes makes sense, but often it doesn't. These are good locations to see the mountain.

Many photographers choose a good spot the day before. Usually also in the early morning, so you can already see how the sun rises. Then you can get ready in the early morning.

Zermatt

The Matterhorn is clearly visible from a town like Zermatt. In many places in the city you have a view of the mountain in good weather. But getting a good photo isn't easy.

Klein Matterhorn

The best place is actually Klein Matterhorn, although you have to climb a bit to do so. But this walk is special, and if you plan it well is gives you a special view.

Gornergrat

The Gornergrat is a mountain at an altitude of 3,135 meters. It is located three kilometers east of Zermatt, and offers an unprecedentedly beautiful view of the Matterhorn. This place is particularly well suited for taking pictures.

Matterhorn Train

A train and the Matterhorn.

If you travel by train you have a reasonable chance to see the Matterhorn. One of the best is the train to the Gornergrat. On the way you can also take pictures of the train and the Matterhorn.