SwitzerlandHaute Route Chamonix–Zermatt
32.2 km3 stagesModerate
Hiking trail · Switzerland
Matterhorn Glacier Trail
Gruben Furi
▲ 2,870 m
GrubenZinal · TäschZermattZmuttFuri
23.0km
Distance
9 h 13 min
Walking time
4
Stages
Moderate
Difficulty
Jul · Aug
Best months
All 4 stages
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When to go
- January: 2%
- February: 1%
- March: 1%
- April: 2%
- May: 3%
- June: 11%
- July: 25%
- August: 37%
- September: 11%
- October: 4%
- November: 2%
- December: 1%
37% 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
Matterhorn Glacier Trail: frequently asked questions
How long is Matterhorn Glacier Trail?
About 23.0 km in total. The route is split into 4 stages; each has its own page with map, elevation profile and water points.
How long does it take to walk Matterhorn Glacier Trail?
About 9 h 13 min of walking in total, spread across the stages.
When is the best time to hike Matterhorn Glacier Trail?
Hikers choose July, August, and September most often.
How difficult is Matterhorn Glacier Trail?
Overall difficulty: Moderate. It varies between stages — each stage page shows its own ascent and difficulty.
Can I follow Matterhorn Glacier Trail 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.
