One Day in Zermatt: A Perfect Alpine Adventure

Day 1: Stunning Alpine Experience

Zermatt, Switzerland

7:30AM

Breakfast at Restaurant Whymper-Stube

Start your day with a delicious Swiss breakfast featuring fresh pastry, cheese, and local jam at this charming restaurant with mountain views.
Located a short walk from the station, head northeast on Bahnhofstrasse.
CHF 25, 1 hour

8:30AM

Gornergrat Railway

Take the iconic Gornergrat Railway, offering breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks as you ascend to over 3,000 metres above sea level.
Board the Gornergrat train, the station is a short walk from the restaurant.
CHF 95, 2 hours

10:30AM

Explore Gornergrat

Take in the panoramic views and snap pictures with a backdrop of the majestic Matterhorn, this is the best viewpoint for a stunning Instagram post.
Wander around the observation platforms.
Free with Gornergrat ticket, 1 hour

11:30AM

Return to Zermatt

Head back down on the Gornergrat Railway, soaking up the last views of the Alps on the way down.
Follow the railway signage back to the station.
Included in ticket, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at The Omnia

Enjoy a gourmet lunch at The Omnia featuring Swiss specialities and fresh mountain ingredients while taking in stunning views of the village and mountains.
About a 10-minute walk from the train station.
CHF 45, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Hiking in Five-Seenweg

After lunch, embark on the Five-Seenweg hike which takes you through stunning landscapes where you can see five different mountain lakes and enjoy nature.
From the restaurant, take the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise lift to the trailhead.
CHF 30, 3 hours

5:00PM

Visit the Matterhorn Museum

Discover the history and culture of Zermatt at the Matterhorn Museum, featuring intriguing exhibits about mountaineering and the famous mountain itself.
Return to town by bus or walk back along the river.
CHF 10, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Le Gourmand

For your last meal in Zermatt, indulge in a delicious dinner at Le Gourmand, offering exceptional local Swiss dishes and a fine selection of wines.
A 5-minute walk from the museum.
CHF 60, 2 hours

8:00PM

Evening Stroll in Zermatt

Finish your day with a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Zermatt, soaking up the serene alpine atmosphere under the evening sky.
Explore the streets around Bahnhofstrasse.
Free, 1 hour
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