Matterhorn
Alpine
Crossing

  
  • Highest Alpine crossing
  • Matterhorn tour
  • 2 countries & 2 cultures
A breathtaking glacier landscape with a view of several four-thousand-metre peaks can be seen on the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing.  | © Gabriel Perren A breathtaking glacier landscape with a view of several four-thousand-metre peaks can be seen on the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing.  | © Gabriel Perren

The highest crossing of the Alps by cable car

Matterhorn Alpine Crossing

The cable car journey around the Matterhorn offers breathtaking views of the Zermatt mountains and takes you on a journey through the entire fauna, flora and glacier landscape. With a high standard of safety and comfort, the national border between Switzerland and Italy can be crossed at just about 3,500 m above sea level. During this unique crossing of the Alps, numerous other highlights await, such as the highest glacier palace in the world or the viewing platform with views of 38 four-thousand-metre peaks and 14 glaciers in 3 different countries.

Whether as a day trip across the border or as part of a fixed itinerary through Europe, the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing offers an exciting experience for locals and visitors alike. 

AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE

An overview of the trip

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Travel time: 90 minutes
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Mountain village in the heart of the Italian Alps

Breuil-Cervinia

Breuil-Cervinia is the Italian home of the world’s most famous mountain: the Matterhorn, or as it is known by the locals here in this country, Gran Becca. There are many reasons to visit this area.

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Hospitality is a key theme everywhere around the Matterhorn. Whether it’s a hotel, B&B, farmhouse, villa, apartment or mountain hut you’re looking for, the Aosta Valley has an extensive range of accommodation on offer that’s sure to meet the most discerning of tastes. 

Besides the superb natural surroundings and plethora of sporting activities on offer, the Italian cuisine is a treat not to be missed. Traditional dishes and typical Italian food are the perfect complement to your Italian stay, whether served by the ski slopes or in one of the village restaurants at the foot of the Matterhorn.

With its vastness and majestic appearance, the Matterhorn (or “the most elegant rock in Europe” as one bygone admirer described it) has always been an irresistible attraction for lovers of mountain sports. The traditional figure of the mountain guide remains an important aspect of life here today, along with many other traditions which are still carried on and celebrated.

You’ll find it hard to forget this valley once you’ve seen it, especially if you have personally gazed in admiration at the Matterhorn. But Mother Nature was not satisfied with creating just one masterpiece – there are also lakes in which the beautiful surroundings are reflected, woods, serene meadows, roaring waterfalls and more besides. There is so much to see and explore around the Matterhorn.

Breuil-Cervinia is not only one of Italy’s best-known resorts, it is also a place of academic and sporting achievements which attract a variety of events to the village at the foot of the Gran Becca. Along with a large number of of outdoor activities these provide an opportunity to relax or get caught up in the excitement of an event. 

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Everything you need for your Trip 

Additional information 

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    Inspiring
    Flight over the Alps
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    Highly informative
    All about the highest Alpine crossing
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    Booking
    Book your online ticket
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    Looking forward to the opening
    Cableway operational from 1 July 2023
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Worth a Trip 

One Day in Italy 

Good to know

Information about trips on the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing is posted on the Zermatt Bergbahnen website.