Rothorn Hut

#1161 among destinations in Switzerland

Alpine hut, Hiking

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The Rothorn Hut is an alpine hut, located above Zermatt in the canton of Valais. It is located at a height of 3,198 metres above sea level, at the foot of the Zinalrothorn. It can be accessed via the Trift valley by a trail from Zermatt. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°2'55"N, 7°41'50"E

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ValaisSwitzerland

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Rothorn Hut – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schwarzsee, Grand Mountet Hut, Weisshorn, Matterhorn Museum.

4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Schwarzsee, Zermatt
103 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...
2.2 miW
Alpine hut, Hiking
Grand Mountet Hut
58 min walk • Nestled amidst the Swiss Alps, the Grand Mountet Hut is a beacon for mountaineers and hikers seeking the thrill of high-altitude adventure. Perched at an elevation of 2,886 meters, this alpine hut is a popular base for ambitious climbers aiming to conquer the...
3.7 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Weisshorn
96 min walk • Rising majestically above the Swiss canton of Valais, the Weisshorn stands as a testament to the breathtaking beauty of the Alps. This imposing mountain, part of the Pennine Alps, reaches an elevation of 4,506 meters, making it one of the highest peaks in Switzerland.
3.1 miSE
Museum, History museum
Matterhorn Museum, Zermatt
79 min walk • The Matterhorn Museum in Zermatt is a cultural-natural museum whose main theme is the Matterhorn.
3.2 miSE
46°0'45"N • 7°44'26"E
Forest Fun Park Zermatt, Zermatt
83 min walk • Climbing, Adrenaline and extreme tours, Adventure park
2.2 miE
Natural attraction, Mountain, Park
Mettelhorn, Zermatt
56 min walk • The Mettelhorn is a mountain of the Swiss Pennine Alps, located near Zermatt in the canton of Valais. The Mettelhorn provides excellent acclimatization opportunities, especially if one climbs its sister peaks Platthorn and Wisshorn on the same day.
1.6 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Ober Gabelhorn
41 min walk • The Ober Gabelhorn is a mountain in the Pennine Alps in Switzerland, located between Zermatt and Zinal.
1.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Zinalrothorn
30 min walk • The Zinalrothorn is a mountain in the Pennine Alps in Switzerland. Its name comes from the village of Zinal lying on the north side and from the German word Rothorn which means Red Peak.
3.4 miNE
Alpine hut, Hiking
Weisshorn Hut
87 min walk • The Weisshorn Hut is a mountain hut of the Swiss Alpine Club, located above Randa in the canton of Valais. It is located on the southern slopes of the Weisshorn, at a height of 2,932 metres above sea level, near the bottom of the Schali Glacier.
0.9 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Trifthorn
25 min walk • The Trifthorn is a mountain of the Swiss Pennine Alps, located west of Zermatt in the canton of Valais. It is located in the middle of the ridge connecting the Ober Gabelhorn from the Zinalrothorn.
1.9 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Platthorn
49 min walk • The Platthorn is a mountain of the Swiss Pennine Alps, located south of Grächen in the canton of Valais. It lies north of the Färichhorn and the Balfrin, on the range between the Mattertal and the Saastal.

Rothorn Hut

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Rothorn Hut – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)