Zermatt - Rothorn Point to Point

Rothorn is one of the three major mountain excursion points in Zermatt ( along with Gornergrat and Glacier Paradise ). The route includes a combination of a cogwheel train through a tunnel and a mountain cable car.

It is best known for the 5 Lakes Trail, which goes from Blauherd to Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, Leisee, and ends at Sunnegga.
The round trip can be completed in under five hours at a leisurely pace ( not including time for photography stops along the way ).

• Coverage depends on the ticket route you purchased
• To enjoy all the beautiful alpine lake reflections, we recommend the 5 Lakes Hike: Start at Blauherd and end at Sunnegga.
• Recommended ticket: One-way Zermatt → Blauherd + One-way Sunnegga → Zermatt for better pricing

• Schedule subject to weather conditions. For real-time updates, visit Zermatt Official Website.

  
  Operating Dates:

• May 2–23, 2025: Entire line closed
• May 24–June 27, 2025: Only Zermatt – Sunnegga – Blauherd section in operation (does not reach Rothorn)

• October 6–31, 2025: Only Zermatt – Sunnegga section in operation

  To purchase discounted tickets (STS), you must hold a valid Swiss Travel Pass or Swiss Half Fare Card. Otherwise, full fare must be paid locally.

Where to Start the 5 Lakes Hike:
 

Take the cable car from Zermatt to Sunnegga. Begin your hike at Blauherd, and finish at Sunnegga.
Best value ticket: One-way from Zermatt to Blauherd and one-way back from Sunnegga to Zermatt.
 

【 Ticket Exchange Location】

Tickets must be exchanged at:

Sunnegga–Rothorn Valley Station, about a 10-minute walk from Zermatt train station. Google map

【Free Bus Route Map】
With a mountain pass issued by Feida Travel or a valid Swiss Travel Pass, you may ride both the Red and Green Zermatt shuttle buses for free.
 

§ Ticket prices vary by travel date, categorized into three seasonal periods.
§ Use the date selector on the website to check the price for your departure date.
§ Seasons: Basic (May, June, Sept, Oct), High (July, Aug), Snow (Nov–Apr).
§ Free for toddlers: Under 9 years old on travel day, accompanied by a paying adult
§ Free for children: Aged 9–15.99 with Swiss Family Card and accompanying parent holding Swiss Travel Pass / Half Fare Card
§ Child ticket required: If no Swiss Family Card, purchase either (1) child ticket at half price or (2) CHF 30 Junior Card from SBB counters
§ STS Discount: Valid for Swiss Travel Pass / Half Fare Card holders. Must use a travel day
§ Passport required to confirm age and name during ticket redemption
§ Disabled travelers needing a wheelchair and assistance may have one accompanying person travel for free (with valid disability certificate)

§ Inform your travel consultant of your preferred travel date when purchasing
§ Exchange tickets at Sunnegga–Rothorn base station, 10 minutes on foot from Zermatt station
§ In case of bad weather preventing ascent, you may change the date at the cable car station or request the staff to annotate the voucher as "unused due to weather" for a refund after your return (15% fee applies)
§ Cable car does not operate year-round; confirm schedule in advance.