Climb the Matterhorn (4.478 m)

The Matterhorn, with its 4,478 m, is probably one of the most iconic and aesthetic mountains in the world — a dream for most mountaineers. Until the late 19th century, it was considered impossible to climb. It was first summited in 1865 by a group of seven climbers, four of whom tragically died during the descent.

Most ascents are made via one of the mountain’s four ridges:

• Hörnli (northeast): the most common and crowded, as it’s the least technical and best equipped.

• Lion (southwest): the Italian route from Cervinia, slightly more difficult.

• Zmutt (northwest): highly challenging.

• Furggen (southeast): the most complex and technical.

In addition, there are the famous and difficult routes on the north face.

We offer an express program to climb the Hörnli ridge in 2 days from Zermatt, with 1 extra day to use in case of bad weather or as a training day on the Perrons ridge.

Although not extremely technical, this mountain requires excellent physical condition due to 1,200 m of sustained elevation gain with climbing sections graded II to III if using fixed ropes, or up to grade IV without them.

Near the summit, you may encounter mixed terrain that requires crampons and ice axe, so basic technical skills are necessary.

Our program is fully inclusive — not only does it cover the cost of a 1:1 guide, it also includes the training day on the Perrons ridge, transfers to/from Chamonix, cable cars, train from Täsch to Zermatt, and full-board accommodation in mountain huts (for both client and guide).

This express program is designed for well-conditioned and technically capable mountaineers with a minimum of altitude acclimatization. We also offer a complete 5-day program including a preliminary ascent of Monte Rosa and additional activities to reach the Matterhorn at the end of the week with greater chances of success.