Mountain Excursions

From Zermatt: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Round-Trip Cable Car Tickets

Name: From Zermatt: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Round-Trip Cable Car Tickets
Start: 2026-09-15T09:00:00
End: 2026-09-15T16:15:00
Location: Zermatt

4.7/5(455)

Shelley M

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

The gondola ride, stunning views, amenities, and experiences at the different stops were definitely worth the price of the ticket! One recommendation: clearer signage. We asked 4 different town employees if we were on the right road and each gave us different instructions or did not know the answer. One person told us that it was a one minute walk from the train/shuttle station to the gondola.

Carron K

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We went early, queued before it opened & had the best views without the crowds - absolutely stunning! Wonderful seeing all the different peaks from up there along with climbers heading further up. I don't necessarily agree with the need to ski in August but some were being pulled up (& down!) by snow mobiles - spoilt the tranquility really. The ice caves were something else, wow! The sculptures were amazing! Worth every penny (even the 2chf to use the loo, which you get back if you buy anything even a coffee)

Holger D

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

I've also never been in a gondola during a thunderstorm while it was stopped. But the breathtaking panorama, with so many 4,000-meter peaks and several glaciers, is truly impressive. It's definitely worth it.

Ana A

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

How easy it was to book! And the detailed information where to exchange the ticket for a physical one. The price as well for a similar tour from other sites was lower.

Robert S

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Awesome experience. The tickets where easy to obtain, the gondolas where clean and comfortable. Great views of the Matterhorn! Would definitely recommend!!

Holly M

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

We booked a tour because we were afraid that it would be difficult to navigate on our own. The tour was cancelled, so we bought the cable car tickets online. How fortunate for us that the tour was cancelled! The cable car was so easy to use, and we saved a lot of money by booking ourselves. We were able to spend the day at our leisure, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I would highly recommend booking this on your trip to Zermatt.

Ascend from Zermatt to Europe’s highest mountain station, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, at 3,883m for breathtaking glacier views.

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.

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.

Add shuttle service to reach the base with less planning, and upgrade to small group trips limited to 8 guests for comfort during the ride.

Pick standard or discounted fares linked to a Swiss Travel Pass or Half Fare Card, so your cable car ticket matches the rail passes you already hold.

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Round-trip cable car transfers from Zermatt to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (as per option selected)

Hop-on/off facility at mid-stations such as Furi, Schwarzsee, and Trockener Steg en route (as per option selected)

Access to panoramic viewing platform, Glacier Palace, and Cinema Lounge at the summit station (as per option selected)

Bike transport option up to Trockener Steg (as per option selected)

Local bus facilities within Zermatt (as per option selected)

Ticket for Zermatt shuttle service (as per option selected)

Half-price tickets with Swiss travel passes (as per option selected)

Small group experience, maximum 8 guests (as per option selected)

Food and drinks

Crystal Ride gondola upgrade

Personal expenses

Start point
Zermatt
1 hr
7 km
1. Trockener Steg
Switch to the modern 3S cable car with heated cabins and panoramic windows. Glide over the Theodul Glacier in comfort as you ascend to Europe’s highest mountain station at 3,883m.
11 min
4.3 km
2. Matterhorn Summit
End point
Zermatt
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Carron K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We went early, queued before it opened & had the best views without the crowds - absolutely stunning! Wonderful seeing all the different peaks from up there along with climbers heading further up. I don't necessarily agree with the need to ski in August but some were being pulled up (& down!) by snow mobiles - spoilt the tranquility really. The ice caves were something else, wow! The sculptures were amazing! Worth every penny (even the 2chf to use the loo, which you get back if you buy anything even a coffee)
Shelley M
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
The gondola ride, stunning views, amenities, and experiences at the different stops were definitely worth the price of the ticket! One recommendation: clearer signage. We asked 4 different town employees if we were on the right road and each gave us different instructions or did not know the answer. One person told us that it was a one minute walk from the train/shuttle station to the gondola.
Ana A
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
How easy it was to book! And the detailed information where to exchange the ticket for a physical one. The price as well for a similar tour from other sites was lower.
Robert S
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Awesome experience. The tickets where easy to obtain, the gondolas where clean and comfortable. Great views of the Matterhorn! Would definitely recommend!!
Braik É
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The breathtaking views from the cable car cabin of the various glaciers and the crevasses that have formed in them as the cabin passes overhead

Ride from Zermatt to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise on a flexible multi-stage cable car ticket, with summit attractions and local transport included.

Getting started

Begin your journey in Zermatt by using your ticket to access the local bus facilities, if needed, to reach the cable car valley station. Scan your cable car ticket and board the first cabin toward Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. From here, you travel independently, choosing whether to ride directly or hop off at mid-stations along the way.

Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

What to expect

Travel from Zermatt up to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Europe’s highest cable car station, on a round-trip ticket that you can use at your own pace.

Features

Ride the cable cars on a three-stage route, with the option to hop on and off at mid-stations such as Furi, Schwarzsee, and Trockener Steg on the way to and from the summit.

Use the bike transport option up to Trockener Steg, then access high-altitude trails by starting your ride from this mid-mountain station.

Visit the InfoCube at Trockener Steg to learn more about the cableway and the high-Alpine environment before continuing your ascent.

At the summit station, access the panoramic viewing platform, Glacier Palace, and Cinema Lounge, all included with your ticket.

Make use of included local bus facilities within Zermatt to connect between the village and the cable car base station.

If you hold an eligible Swiss travel pass or Half Fare Card, select the discounted ticket option to benefit from half-price access on this route.

Choose the small group cable car ticket option if you prefer traveling with a maximum of 8 guests in your cabin, subject to the variant selected.

For some options, use the included ticket for the Zermatt shuttle service to reach the village more easily before starting your ascent.

Wrapping up

After your visit to the viewing platform, Glacier Palace, and Cinema Lounge, ride the cable car back to Zermatt, again free to stop at Furi, Schwarzsee, or Trockener Steg if you wish. Back in the village, you can continue using the included local bus services to return to your accommodation or explore more of car-free Zermatt on your own.

What to bring

ID requirement: Bring a valid passport or ID card.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: The cable car and facilities are accessible to wheelchair users.

What’s not allowed

Young children restriction: For health reasons, children aged 3 and under are not transported between Trockener Steg and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.

Pregnancy advisory: Pregnant women are not advised to participate in this experience.

Additional information

Car-free resort: Zermatt is car-free, so use public transportation or a taxi to reach the meeting point.

Tour type: This experience is not a guided tour.

Bike transport: Cable cars let you carry bikes up to Trockener Steg for high-altitude trails at mid-mountain stops.

Pet policy: Dogs are welcome at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and ride free, but they must be leashed or in a carrier.

Local buses: Your cable car ticket includes free access to local bus services within Zermatt.