Trip Planner: Europe / Switzerland / Swiss Alps / Canton of Valais / Zermatt / Edelweiss Trail

Edelweiss Trail, Zermatt

5.0

Mountain · Hiking Trail

Create an itinerary including Edelweiss Trail

One of the finest vantage points in the Zermatt region, Edelweiss Trail offers panoramic views of alpine valleys and pastures surrounded by mountain peaks and glaciers. To reach this peaceful viewpoint, you'll have to endure a challenging but scenic 18km (12mi) hike from the Trift Glacier, via the aptly named Edelweiss trail. Start early and you'll get to enjoy the views of the Matterhorn in the morning sun, rising from behind the Monte Rosa massif. Pack plenty of water and snacks, and have your camera ready. To visit Edelweiss Trail on your holiday in Zermatt, and find out what else Zermatt has to offer, use our Zermatt.

Improve this listing »

Create a full itinerary - for free!

Edelweiss Trail reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating

30 reviews

Google

5.0

By DMS1995

Höhbalmen is the place to be when you want to enjoy the Matterhorn from its best side and also want to enjoy the whole mountain range with Breithorn, Lyskamm, Monte Rosa and co. But the place usually.... more

Höhbalmen is the place to be when you want to enjoy the Matterhorn from its best side and also want to enjoy the whole mountain range with Breithorn, Lyskamm, Monte Rosa and co. But the place usually.... more »
By Krishna_Chat

Beginning our hike in town, it took my wife and I two hours to reach the Edleweiss Hut (that was closed). Past the Hut, we went left (not right towards Trift Hotel) and climbed the tougher way to...

Beginning our hike in town, it took my wife and I two hours to reach the Edleweiss Hut (that was closed). Past the Hut, we went left (not right towards Trift Hotel) and climbed the tougher way to... more »
By RTenpenny

I am not an avid skier. Being from the states and going to ski in the Alps made me very nervous and I was intimidated by the idea. Day 1 we toke the Gornergrat up and played on the blue (easy...

I am not an avid skier. Being from the states and going to ski in the Alps made me very nervous and I was intimidated by the idea. Day 1 we toke the Gornergrat up and played on the blue (easy... more »

See more on TripAdvisor ›

Google

By FREDI Morf

An absolut must for hikers visiting Zermatt. Not difficult but strenuous. Pack a lunch, water, and extra cloths. We hiked up via Edelweiss and Trift all the way to the back and returned via Zmutt. Definitely an all day hike. The views are absolutely fantastic.

more less
By Marcell Orosz

I think this has to be my favourite spot in Zermatt. The approach with the Matterhorn suddenly getting into sight and then the view of more 4,000+ metre peaks one can count with a perfectly placed bench for a picnic at the top just did it for me. It is a bit of a hike with the 1,100 metre ascent but it is well worth it.

more less
By Kelly M

Amazing hike!

more less
By Alvo Mack

The most beautiful mountain trail near Zermatt. Luckily without cable cars and mass tourism. The view of the majestic 4000'der is breathtaking, but you have to earn it by climbing many meters: at 1200 meters in altitude and over 7 hours of walking, you have something "to do". The path can be extended to the west to the Schönbielhütte, but then with an overnight stay, as it cannot be done in one day.

more less
By Adrian Cieślak

The route to Höhbalmen near Zermatt was a hit. Beautiful alpine meadows along the way and four-thousanders emerging one by one on the way up. Great vantage point on the Matternhorn. No Crowds.

more less