Pennine Alps
#833 among destinations in Switzerland
Facts and practical information
The Pennine Alps, also known as the Valais Alps, are a mountain range in the western part of the Alps. They are located in Switzerland and Italy. ()
ValaisSwitzerland
Pennine Alps – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Sunnegga Paradise ski area, Klein Matterhorn, Hörnli Hut, Schwarzsee.
Winter sport, Ski areaSunnegga Paradise ski area, Zermatt
111 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Sunnegga Paradise is a premier ski area located in the renowned resort town of Zermatt, Switzerland. Known for its breathtaking views of the iconic Matterhorn, Sunnegga Paradise offers a sublime winter sports experience for...
Lofty Alps peak with a gondola and diningKlein Matterhorn
111 min walk • The Klein Matterhorn, often referred to as the "Little Matterhorn," stands as a majestic peak in the Swiss Alps, reaching an altitude of 3,883 meters. This mountain is renowned for housing the highest cable car station in Europe, making it a must-visit destination for...
Hiking, Alpine hut, Vernacular architectureHörnli Hut, Zermatt
23 min walk • Perched at the edge of the Swiss Alps, the Hörnli Hut serves as a beacon for mountaineers seeking to conquer the iconic Matterhorn. Located near the city of Zermatt, Switzerland, this alpine hut is not just a shelter but a pivotal part of climbing history.
Nature, Natural attraction, LakeSchwarzsee, Zermatt
63 min walk • Nestled in the shadow of the iconic Matterhorn in Zermatt, Switzerland, lies the serene and picturesque Schwarzsee, a small mountain lake that offers a tranquil escape amidst the peaks of the Alps. Known for its crystal-clear waters and the stunning alpine scenery that...
Iconic mountain with a steep ascentMatterhorn, Zermatt
3 min walk • The Matterhorn is a mountain of the Alps, straddling the main watershed and border between Switzerland and Italy. It is a large, near-symmetric pyramidal peak in the extended Monte Rosa area of the Pennine Alps, whose summit is 4,478 metres high, making it one of the highest summits in the Alps and Europe.
Hiking, Alpine hutGandegghütte, Zermatt
84 min walk • The Gandegg Hut is an alpine hut, located above Zermatt in the canton of Valais. It is located at a height of 3,029 metres above sea level, near Trockener Steg, approximately halfway between the Matterhorn and the Breithorn. The hut was built in 1885.
Natural attraction, Mountain, Ski areaTrockener Steg, Zermatt
77 min walk • Trockener Steg is a minor prominence in the area between the Matterhorn and the Breithorn, south of Zermatt in the canton of Valais. It lies at a height of 2,939 meters above sea level, near the front of the Upper Theodul Glacier. A cable car station lies on the summit and gives access to the Klein Matterhorn.
Nature, Natural attraction, MountainTesta Grigia
97 min walk • Testa Grigia is a rocky prominence above the Theodul Pass, located on the border between Italy and Switzerland. It overlooks the Plateau Rosa section of the Theodul Glacier on its east side.
Nature, Natural attraction, MountainOber Gabelhorn
107 min walk • The Ober Gabelhorn is a mountain in the Pennine Alps in Switzerland, located between Zermatt and Zinal.
Alpine hut, HikingSchönbiel Hut
58 min walk • The Schönbiel Hut is a mountain hut located north of the Matterhorn. It is situated at 2,694 metres above sea level, north of the Zmutt Glacier, a few kilometers west of the town of Zermatt in the canton of Valais in Switzerland.
Nature, Natural attraction, MountainTête de Valpelline
95 min walk • Tête de Valpelline is a mountain of the Pennine Alps, located on the Swiss-Italian border. It lies west of the Dent d'Hérens, between the valleys of Mattertal and Valpelline.
Valais