Sunnegga

A viewing platform at 2,288 meters, reached in 3 minutes from town by an underground funicular. Next to it is Leisee, a lake with reflections of the Matterhorn and a family play area.

Sunnegga is the easiest viewpoint to reach in Zermatt. The Sunnegga Express underground funicular runs from the Vispa River in the town center, inside a tunnel through the mountain, and climbs to 2,288 meters in about 3 to 4 minutes, so it is easy for both older people and children. Upon arrival, you step onto an observation platform with a restaurant, and the Matterhorn is directly in front of you. From the platform it is about a 5-minute walk down to Leisee (or you can take the free Leisee Shuttle mini-cable car) to the lake. Along its shore you will find barbecue areas, children's playgrounds, and rafts. On a clear day the Matterhorn is reflected in the lake. In summer, local families often swim and picnic here. You can walk down a trail to the village of Findeln, which has several well-reviewed mountain restaurants, and then walk back to town in about 1.5 hours, passing larch trees and wooden barns. A round-trip ticket costs about CHF 30 to 40, with a 50% discount with the Swiss Travel Pass. In winter this is the entrance to the Sunnegga-Rothorn ski area. Note that the Leisee reflection is best in the early morning. The Sunnegga station is also the starting and finishing point of the Five Lakes Walk.

Sunnegga / Leisee

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