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Tour of the Matterhorn

Switzerland / Italy · Europe · Hut-to-hut · score 72/100

At a glance

CountriesSwitzerland, Italy
ContinentEurope
RegionValais / Aosta (Matterhorn region)
TypeHut-to-hut
Length150 km
Typical duration9 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude2950 m
Best seasonJul-mid Sep
StartZermatt (circular)
EndZermatt (circular)
Permit / guiderefuge reservation needed
Special gearnone

Score

72/100
Scenery
30/35
Fame
15/25
Uniqueness
14/20
Logistics
13/20

High circuit around the Matterhorn and Dent d'Herens between Zermatt and Cervinia; remote glaciers and passes

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

About 150 km; max altitude approximate (highest cols about 2900 m)

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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