Snowshoeing in winter can take you to undiscovered hamlets and sun-drenched terraces with views of Zermatt, Täsch and Randa. Here are three of our favourite winter hikes.
Top three winter hikes
1. AHV Trail - Winkelmatten Playground - Return (about 1.5 hours)
This is a beautiful circular trail around Zermatt. The Sunnegga lift brings you up to Riedweg where you then follow a tranquil uphill path. When you arrive in Winkelmatten, depending on how you feel, return to the hotel by E-bus or on foot.
2. Rotenboden - Igloo Village - Riffelberg
Take the Gornergrat train up to Rotenboden. From there, the walk all the way to the igloo village is a highlight for the whole family. If you’re hungry there are delicious fondues in the rustic igloo village. After that, it's on to Riffelberg.
Tip for families: take a toboggan with you for the children.
3. Tuftern (about 1-1.5 hours)
Close by, and yet far enough from the hustle and bustle. The funicular railway brings you conveniently to Sunnegga. From there, a beautiful well-prepared winter hiking trail leads towards Tuftern. When you arrive at Tuftern you can stop for a small snack but the restaurant is very basic. A nearby feeding trough will attract the deer and chamois towards the end of the afternoon.
Tip for families: again, take the toboggan with you. This will give the little ones a break along the hike.
Final thought
For even more walks and hikes, head to Zermatt’s official website: www.zermatt.ch/en/hiking.
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