Gornergrat Hiking I Riffelsee Lake Trail I Reflection of the Matterhorn I 4K

Hiking from 1,600 m to 3,100 meters above sea level
The Gornergrat itself stands at 3,100 m above sea level. The hiking area lies between the summit station and the valley station in Zermatt at 1,600 m. As you walk you cover distinct vegetational zones: you can choose between the rocky landscape at the top, alpine meadows, mountain lakes and the gnarled Arven pines in the forest of the same name.
Starting point for numerous climbs and walks
The Riffelsee is not visible from the Rotenboden station of the Gornergrat Bahn cog railway, but it’s only a short walk away: about 10 minutes along a trail leading gently downhill. Climbers turn left off the path before the lake to access the numerous climbing routes on the south face of the Riffelhorn. Nature lovers will find beautiful alpine flora in the area.
Riffelalp via Riffelberg
When you finally pull yourself away from the Gornergrat Viewpoint, retrace your steps back to Rotenboden junction (5.8 miles), the Riffelsee and the tarn to a sign post at 6.3 miles. Turn right (north) and head toward Riffelberg.
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