You will first travel to the Klein Matterhorn together with your guide. The trip is made from Zermatt with three consecutive cable cars and takes 45 minutes. From Zermatt (1608 m a.s.l.) to the Klein Matterhorn (3883 m a.s.l.), you already have to climb 2275 meters in altitude.
From here you will walk together over the Breithorn plateau and the western flank of the Pollux. This is a scenically very beautiful ice tour. At the summit you have a direct view to the Aosta Valley (Italy) in the south, to the Breithorn massif in the west and to the Castor in the east.
Practical information:
- Requirement: technique 3 and endurance 2
Meeting point
Matterhorn Express valley station, 3920 Zermatt
Highlights
- Start the ascent of the four-thousander at the top station Klein Matterhorn
- Get guidance from a professional local mountain guide
- Climb with crampons, ice axe and harness over rocks and ice
- Experience the moment when you reach the summit at 4223 m a.s.l. and enjoy the stunning view
Important information
- Please contact the tour provider 2-3 days in advance to discuss the final details. You will receive the contact details with the booking confirmation.
Includes
- 6-7 hours mountain tour on the Castor from Klein Matterhorn
- Professional and experienced mountain guide
- Rail journey Zermatt - Klein Matterhorn return approx. 120 CHF
- Equipment rental (sports store Zermatt) for about 50-70 CHF
