Zmutt Loop

Distance: 5.8 miles (loop)

near Zermatt in Valais

Close-up of the Matterhorn

Close-up of the Matterhorn

 

Pretty meadows, larch forests and nice views of the Matterhorn make this trail a good option for families and hikers looking for a pleasant half day walk.
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  • Distance: 5.8 miles (loop) to Zmutt Loop Hike
  • Elevation: 5,295-ft. at Trailhead
    6,970-ft. at Zmutt Loop Hike
  • Elevation Gain: 1,675-ft. to Zmutt Loop Hike
  • Difficulty: easy-moderate
  • More Hikes in:
    Zermatt / Valais

Why Hike Zmutt Loop

Zmutt (6,352-ft.), a tiny 500-year old hamlet southwest of Zermatt, is a photogenic spot with traditional wood houses set amid pretty meadows. It is a favorite lunch destination for tourist looking for an easy, scenic walk. Several paths lead to the village. Most people walk along the low route that heads south on Zermatt’s main street, Bahnhofstrasse, along the west side of the Zmutt River.

A more scenic and energetic alternative is the high route to Zmutt. This trail travels through beautiful meadows, passes the hamlets of Herbrigg and Hubel and offers good views of the Matterhorn, the Breithorn, the highest peak in the Mischabel range – the Taschhorn and Dom, along with the summits rising above the Findel Glacier.

Typically walkers complete the loop by returning to Zermatt via the popular low path. Hikers looking for more solitude on the return journey can take a slightly longer and a little more difficult mid-level path that travels above the low route.

The Zmutt Loop hike offers a good workout and is a nice way to acclimatize if you've just arrived in Switzerland. It is a good option for families or parties looking for a half day outing before catching a train. It is also a good choice for days with less than optimal weather or when the high country is shrouded in clouds.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile for the Zmutt Loop Hike

Best Hiking in Switzerland in the Valais, Bernese Alps, the Engadine and Davos

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Valais

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Switzerland