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Furgghorn

#862 among destinations in Switzerland

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
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Alternative names: Elevation: 11322 ftProminence: 328 ftCoordinates: 45°57'17"N, 7°41'54"E
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ValaisSwitzerland

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Day trips

Furgghorn – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sunnegga Paradise ski area, Gornergrat, Klein Matterhorn, Hörnli Hut.

  • sunnegga paradise ski area zermatt3.2 miNE
    Winter sport, Ski area

    Sunnegga Paradise ski area, Zermatt

    81 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...

  • gornergrat zermatt4.6 miNE
    Ridge with a cog railway and scenic views

    Gornergrat, Zermatt

    117 min walk • Gornergrat stands as a majestic mountain ridge in the Swiss Alps, offering one of the most stunning panoramic views in the city of Zermatt, Switzerland. At an elevation of 3,089 meters, Gornergrat has been a magnet for mountaineers, skiers, and tourists seeking to bask...

  • klein matterhorn1.9 miSE
    Lofty Alps peak with a gondola and dining

    Klein Matterhorn

    48 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...

  • hornli hut zermatt2.2 miNW
    Hiking, Alpine hut, Vernacular architecture

    Hörnli Hut, Zermatt

    55 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.

  • schwarzsee zermatt2.5 miN
    Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

    Schwarzsee, Zermatt

    65 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...

  • riffelsee zermatt3.6 miNE
    Alpine lake with Matterhorn views

    Riffelsee, Zermatt

    93 min walk • Nestled in the shadow of the iconic Matterhorn, Riffelsee is a serene alpine lake that offers one of the most breathtaking reflections of the famed mountain in Zermatt, Switzerland. This picturesque body of water is situated at an elevation of 2,757 meters above sea...

  • matterhorn zermatt2.4 miNW
    Iconic mountain with a steep ascent

    Matterhorn, Zermatt

    63 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.

  • breithorn2.5 miE
    Snow-capped alpine mountain peak

    Breithorn

    65 min walk • Breithorn, Switzerland, stands as a sentinel of the Pennine Alps, a beacon for mountaineers and adventurers from across the globe. Dominating the landscape with its icy facade, this majestic peak reaches an elevation of 4,164 meters, making it one of the most...

  • gandegghutte zermatt1.5 miNE
    Hiking, Alpine hut

    Gandegghütte, Zermatt

    38 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.

  • trockener steg zermatt1.6 miNE
    Natural attraction, Mountain, Ski area

    Trockener Steg, Zermatt

    42 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.

  • forest fun park zermatt4.5 miNE
    46°0'45"N • 7°44'26"E

    Forest Fun Park Zermatt, Zermatt

    115 min walk • Climbing, Adrenaline and extreme tours, Adventure park

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