Spectacular Journeys in Valais

Some people say that the Matterhorn is best viewed from the Rothorn, since it showcases its pyramid shape perfectly. And who are we to argue? The mountains to the east of Zermatt are great viewpoints.

The dreamscape connecting the charming town of Zermatt to Testa Grigia is here, and it's enchanting. Dive into a magical journey that not only defies boundaries between two picturesque countries but also raises the bar for alpine experiences.

The Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn is an Alpine adventure railway par excellence. The line is 144 kilometres long, running from Zermatt to Disentis and from Andermatt to Göschenen, covering a difference in altitude of 3,300 metres, passing through 33 tunnels and galleries, and crossing 126 bridges and viaducts along the way. The lowest point of the journey is Visp, at 625 metres above sea level, and the highest the Oberalppass at 2,033 metres above sea level.

VerticAlp Emosson, these are 3 historic mountain railways that take you to the second largest reservoir in Switzerland. Around the lake, hiking trails await you with views of Mont Blanc and 250-million-year-old dinosaur tracks.

The moment when the sun kisses the Matterhorn awake is unique. During this exclusive sunrise trip on the Gornergrat Bahn cog rail, guests can marvel at Switzerland’s most famous mountain as they see it in a whole new light. The perfect experience for nature enthusiasts, pleasure-seekers and lovers.

Surrounded by no fewer than 29 peaks above 4,000 meters, such as the majestic Matterhorn and the Dufourspitze as well as the third-longest glacier of the Alps, Gornergrat rewards visitors with unparalleled views.

Hop on the historic steam train and ride along the Furka mountain route between the cantons of Uri and Valais. The 18-kilometer cogwheel route takes you through gorges and past the Rhone Glacier to over 2000 meters.

The Aletsch Arena offers an impressive mountain backdrop in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage site Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch, with a view of the longest glacier in the Alps, the Great Aletsch Glacier.