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Ascend from Zermatt to Europe’s highest mountain station, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, at 3,883m for breathtaking glacier views.
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Begin at the Zermatt–Matterhorn valley station and ride the Matterhorn Express gondola through meadows, forests, and hamlets until you reach Trockener Steg.
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From here, board the state-of-the-art 3S cable car with heated cabins, gliding across the Theodul Glacier on your way to the summit at 3,883m – Europe’s highest mountain station.
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At the summit, enjoy 360° vistas of 38 peaks and 14 glaciers, wander through the ice palace, and catch short alpine films in the cinema lounge.
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Before descending, pause for regional dishes or pick up a Matterhorn souvenir to round off your visit.
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Round trip transfers from Zermatt to Matterhorn
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Return gondola ride to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
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Entry to Glacier Palace, Cinema Lounge & viewing platform
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Access to summit lift for views of 38 Alpine peaks
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Admission to the InfoCube at Trockener Steg
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Bike transport (up to Trockener Steg)
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Food and drinks
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Crystal Ride gondola upgrade
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Personal expenses
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- FIRST DEPARTURETrockener StegLAST DEPARTURETrockener Steg60 min7 km11 min4.3 km
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Francisco
Aug 2025Verified booking5/5
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Jul 2025Verified booking5/5
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Oct 2025Verified booking5/5
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Oct 2025Verified booking4/5Anette
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What to bring
- Bring a valid passport or ID card.
What’s not allowed
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For health reasons (altitude sickness), children aged 3 and under are not transported on the installations between Tr. Steg and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
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Pregnant women are also not advised to participate in this experience.
Accessibility
- The cable car and facilities are accessible to wheelchair users.
Additional information
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Zermatt is a car-free location. To reach the meeting point, use public transportation or take a taxi.
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This is not a guided tour.
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Cable cars let you carry bikes up to Trockener Steg, giving you access to thrilling high-altitude trails at scenic mid-mountain stops.
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Pets, specifically dogs, are welcome at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and ride free; just keep them leashed or in a carrier as needed.
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Your cable car ticket includes free access to local bus services within Zermatt.
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Your ticket will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the printed voucher with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
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Please arrive at the attraction on time. The cable car is operative with departure every few minutes. Bring a valid photo ID proof for verification.
Ticket redemption point
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Show your ticket at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Valley station.
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Address: 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland.
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