The Matterhorn experience

Your Mountain Time in Grächen

The most famous mountain in the Alps is on just about every bucket list and waiting to be summitted by you. Whether it’s a multi-day hike with an overnight stay in a hut or a comfortable ride on the Gornergrat Bahn – we promise: Your Matterhorn memories will last forever!

Peaks, glaciers and mountain lakes as far as the eye can see: On the way to your Matterhorn experience, you won’t be able to stop marvelling! Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel train takes you straight up to 3,100 metres above sea level – to the highest point of Gornergrat.

From there, you not only have a view of the Dufourspitze, the highest mountain in Switzerland, but you can also see 29 other four-thousand-metre peaks. Back in Zermatt, you can stroll through the town and taste the culinary highlights of the region – the perfect end to your Mountain Time experience.

Mountain Time Flyer

Ready for your rock-solid adventure? After exploring the charming corners of Grächen and St. Niklaus, your sporty and cool journey continues to Zermatt! Take on the challenge and catch the most beautiful views of the Matterhorn – take a look at the flyer now!

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Riffelsee-Hike

360°-Loop on the Gornergrat

Sonnenweg Gornergrat - Riffelberg
Your ride up to Gornergrat

Mountain Time Ticket

The Mountain Time Ticket takes you directly to the Gornergrat on the famous Gornergrat Bahn. The sunny viewing platform, open all year round, is one of the region's top attractions – not least because of its breathtaking view of the Matterhorn.

  • Discover the Matterhorn at a special price with 20% off the current daily rate
  • Includes return travel between Grächen and Gornergrat by public transport
  • Can be combined with other selected discounts such as GA, Half-Fare or Juniorcard
  • Available from the Grächen Tourist Office
  • Valid during the 2025 summer season
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Experiences

Visit to Air Zermatt

The heroes of the air give you an insight into the Air Zermatt base and rescue and transport operations. Learn about the challenges that Air Zermatt employees face every day.

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Shop for your Mountain Time

Must-haves for hiking

Are you looking forward to unforgettable hiking moments on Gornergrat? To make sure you’re perfectly prepared for your date with Switzerland’s fifth-highest mountain, we recommend a visit to one of our local sports shops in Grächen!

Whether it’s hiking poles, functional t-shirts or hiking boots: You can get numerous outdoor essentials, practical gadgets and a tip or two from the professionals on site!

Shopping in Grächen

Alpe Äbnet

Topali Hütte

Europahütte

Alpja Bordierhütte
“Tagwoll, Hüttenwirt!”

Mountain huts

Are you going to be in the mountains for a long time or are you planning a multi-day tour? Just book your overnight stay in one of the numerous mountain huts! Enjoy a breakfast at sunrise including stunning scenic views, and then set off rested and refreshed for your next mountain adventure!

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Our Hiking-Guide

Good news: That's not all! In our hiking guide, you will discover many more hikes and experiences around Grächen. Whether you are a leisurely walker, a sporty mountaineer or a nature lover with your family, you can easily filter the offers to suit your needs! You are sure to find the perfect tour. In Grächen, the motto is: put on your hiking boots and enjoy pure nature!

Hike, sleep, repeat!

Hotels & holiday apartments

The accommodation options in Grächen are ideal starting points for your next hiking adventure. Do you want to stay in a cosy holiday flat as a self-caterer? Or would you prefer to enjoy the service and amenities of our top hotels in the region? The choice is yours!

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Culinary highlights in Grächen

Create family memories

Is your family album full of blank pages? Fill them with photos of your adventures hiking, biking, skiing and sledding!

Pack your camera and let's go!

Hop on your bike!

Amazing trails and stunning scenic views: At the Grächen-Visp biking region, mountain bikers can make the most of their time on the bike!

On the saddle, get set, go!

Explore Grächen in hiking boots

Adrenalin rushes & dizzying heights or relaxation on leisurely hiking trails: We’ll provide you with ideas and inspiration for your Hiking Time!

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Must-climb: Matterhorn

Is the Matterhorn on your bucket list? Grächen is the perfect starting point for exploring the Swiss landmark!

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Two cool: winter getaways in Grächen

Hot & cold: Enjoy some heart-warming days as a couple in the cold season – with winter sports, relaxation and culinary pleasures!

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Ski pros in progress

After a week’s holiday in Grächen, your little ones will be swooshing down the slopes and fun areas like the big ones!

Learn skiing now!

Skiing time for two

Happy kids, happy parents! The youngsters are in good hands at the day nursery and ski school, while you can enjoy your Parents Time on the slopes.

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A great time with the bros

Explore, party, relax, repeat! In Grächen, you’ll have an awesome time with your bros! Push the limits with your buddies, party hard and chill out together!

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A souvenir from Grächen

Immerse yourself in the world of Grächen and take a piece of holiday happiness home with you! In our shop in the Tourist Office you will find lovingly selected souvenirs and practical companions for your adventures in our mountain world.

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Company events on the Hannigalp

The Hannigalp above Grächen is the perfect location for your company event. Whether conferences, workshops, team events, ...

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Marriage in Grächen

A wedding as unique as your love - how does that sound? The Hannigalp in Grächen offers everything to make this dream come true.

Yes, I want!