2-Day Adventure in Zermatt: Mountain Views, Outdoor Activities & Swiss Cuisine

Day 1: Village & Scenic Rail

Zermatt, Switzerland on May 10, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café du Pont

Start your day with a delicious Swiss breakfast including fresh pastries, coffee, and eggs at this cozy café in the heart of Zermatt. It opens early to accommodate morning visitors.
CHF15, 1h

9:30am

Walk through Zermatt Village

Stroll through the car-free village streets to admire traditional wooden chalets, quaint shops, and stunning views of the Matterhorn, which dominates the skyline.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Gornergrat Bahn Excursion

Take the scenic cogwheel train to Gornergrat, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks. The train runs every 24 minutes, with the round trip taking approximately 2 hours.
CHF95, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat

Enjoy a Swiss meal with spectacular mountain views at the highest hotel in the Swiss Alps, located at the Gornergrat summit. The restaurant offers local specialties like rösti and alpine cheese platters.
CHF30, 1h

2:30pm

Return to Zermatt and visit Matterhorn Museum

Explore the Matterhorn Museum to learn about the region’s alpine history, mountaineering, and traditional life. It's a small but informative museum open until 5pm.
CHF10, 1h

4:00pm

Relax at Zermatt Village

Spend some leisurely time in the village center, perhaps enjoying a coffee or hot chocolate while taking in the mountain atmosphere.
Variable, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Schäferstube

Finish the day with authentic Swiss alpine cuisine including fondue and game dishes in a warm, rustic setting favored by locals and visitors alike.
CHF40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Glacier & Hiking

Zermatt, Switzerland on May 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Bäckerei Fuchs

Grab freshly baked bread, croissants, and coffee at this bakery known for its quality and local flavors before heading out for the day.
CHF12, 45m

9:00am

Visit Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

Take the cable car to the highest cable car station in Europe for stunning views, an ice palace, and exhibitions on glaciers. Open from 8:00am to 5:00pm in May.
CHF105, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Panorama Restaurant on Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

Enjoy lunch with unparalleled glacier and mountain views offering Swiss and international dishes.
CHF35, 1h

1:45pm

Afternoon Hiking - 5-Seenweg (Five Lakes Walk)

Explore a beautiful 2-3 hour trail visiting five scenic mountain lakes reflecting the Matterhorn. This moderately easy hike offers fantastic photo opportunities.
Free, 3h

5:00pm

Return to Zermatt Village

Relax and freshen up after the hike before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Whymper-Stube

Savor traditional Swiss dishes in an inviting atmosphere that honors Zermatt's mountaineering history.
CHF45, 1h30m
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