SwitzerlandMatterhorn Glacier Trail
23.0 km4 stagesModerate
Hiking trail · Switzerland
Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt
Argentière Zermatt
▲ 2,206 m
ArgentièreTrientChampex-Lac · FuriZermatt
32.2km
Distance
20 h
Walking time
3
Stages
Moderate
Difficulty
Jul · Aug
Best months
All 3 stages
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When to go
- January: 1%
- February: 1%
- March: 1%
- April: 2%
- May: 3%
- June: 11%
- July: 24%
- August: 38%
- September: 12%
- October: 4%
- November: 2%
- December: 1%
38% of hikers choose August. Quietest: February, December.
Before you go
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About this trail
A detailed description for this trail hasn't been written yet. The map, stages and route options are below.
Distances, elevation and times are approximate; follow waymarks and local conditions on the trail.
Map
On the trail
Follow this route on your phone
- Step-by-step route following
- Voice alert when you go off-route
- GPS recording and group planning
Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt: frequently asked questions
How long is Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt?
About 32.2 km in total. The route is split into 3 stages; each has its own page with map, elevation profile and water points.
How long does it take to walk Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt?
About 20 h of walking in total, spread across the stages.
When is the best time to hike Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt?
Hikers choose July, August, and September most often.
How difficult is Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt?
Overall difficulty: Moderate. It varies between stages — each stage page shows its own ascent and difficulty.
Can I follow Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt on my phone?
Yes. In the Snail Trail app every stage has step-by-step directions, and you get a voice alert when you leave the route.
