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Matterhorn
Height: 4,478 m
Country: 
Switzerland
Switzerland
Matterhorn, the iconic peak in the Swiss Alps, invites climbers on a majestic ascent through challenging rock faces and snowy slopes, promising a thrilling journey amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Pennine Alps. What makes this climb truly extraordinary is the chance to conquer one of the most recognized and revered peaks in the world, offering an unparalleled sense of achievement and an opportunity to experience the rich mountaineering history and timeless allure of the Swiss Alps.
Prepare for an adventure climbing Matterhorn. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.
Difficulty
- AD: Fairly hard (alpine grade 3)
When to go
- July to September
These are pictures taken while climbing Matterhorn. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Matterhorn, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.
Guide links
These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Matterhorn. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Matterhorn. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.
Get inspired by these incredible videos capturing the experience of climbing Matterhorn. From route highlights to summitsummit views, these clips showcase the mountain’s beauty and the challenges it presents. Have your own Matterhorn video? We'd love for you to share it with the community to inspire future climbers.
What you can see from the summit of Matterhorn. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.
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