Rothorn (Unterrothorn)
Unterrothorn
A viewpoint at 3,103 m, reached directly by the Sunnegga–Blauherd–Unterrothorn cable car system, with sweeping eastward views of the Matterhorn and Weisshorn.
Unterrothorn is the terminus of the Sunnegga–Unterrothorn route. From town, take the underground funicular to Sunnegga, transfer to a gondola to Blauherd, then board the large cable car to the top, a journey of about 30 minutes. The summit has wide-open views, with the Matterhorn, Weisshorn, Dom and other snowy peaks lined up in a row, and on a clear day you can even see Monte Rosa. In summer you can hike down from here to join the Five Lakes Trail, while in winter the area becomes a ski zone. There is a restaurant at the top. The altitude brings strong winds, so bring a warm jacket. Cable cars operate seasonally, so check the official website before setting out.
Opening hours
Follows cable car operating hours, usually around 08:30–16:30
Nearby sights
- 5-Seenweg (Five Lakes Walk)
- Sunnegga / Leisee
- Findeln
- Gornergrat
- Glacier Express
- Bahnhofstrasse Zermatt
- Zermatt Old Village (Hinterdorf)
- St. Mauritius Church & Mountaineers' Cemetery