03^Aug Sun
09:20

Hoi hikers! 👋⛰️

We’re heading to Zermatt over the long weekend (1–3 August)!
The weather forecast looks promising so far, and it’s a great opportunity to explore and enjoy this beautiful area together.

Here’s the plan:

Since most accommodations are fully booked, we’ll be staying at the Camping right next to Zermatt train station.
The cost is CHF 20 per night per person (CHF 16 + CHF 4 city tax).

You can also rent tents directly from the campsite (reservation is required).

📞 Due to the high number of visitors expected that weekend, we strongly recommend booking your camping spot in advance. Each person is responsible for reserving their own place or tent.

Camping phone number: +41 79 536 46 30

Food:
There are Coop, Migros, and Denner nearby. We can either cook together, prepare something for lunch, or grab a bite in town—flexible as always!

Hiking plan:

• Day 1: 5 Lakes Walk (Nr. 11)

• Day 2: Edelweiss Trail (Höhbalmen) (Nr. 30)

• Day 3: Gornergrat

The plan is flexible and can be adjusted depending on the group’s preferences.

Looking forward to a fun and scenic weekend in the mountains! 🏔️🌞

This is the third day of the Zermatt hiking weekend.
First day hike is here:  https://www.hiking-buddies.com/routes/events/11845/

Second day hike is here: https://www.hiking-buddies.com/routes/events/11846/

Weather forecast: Sunny, colder above 2500m. Gornergat (3100m), Zermatt (1608m)

Note: This hike is not suitable for beginners. 

• The hike will last ca. 8 hours with a lot of viewpoints.
• Short lunch break at the Gornergat.
• The pace will be medium/fast (>= 500hm/h) with enough time to admire the landscape. In case you're not able to keep up with the pace, we might split up.
• Acc. to the webcam, the Hohtälligrat is a bit snowy, but it seems doable. We will decide at the Gornergrat. 
• There is an option to take the train back from Gornergat all the way down to Zermatt train station. In this case the total length would be 10km (same elevation). This would be the route: https://www.hiking-buddies.com/routes/routes_list/6682/

Equipment:

• Proper hiking boots, poles, snacks, enough water, proper clothes acc. to the weather, sunscreen, good mood and fitness.

Additional notes

• The organizer is no professional guide. Participants are responsible for themselves, must do their own research about the route, and must be able to navigate by themselves (in case the groups split for some reason, for example).
• Out of respect for the others, please be on time. If you happen to be late, contact the organizer.
• If you have a No Show in your profile (= you did not show up to a hike you signed up to in the past), I may exclude you from the event.
• Unjoining allowed until 12 hours before the start of the event. If you are unable to be join for whatever reason, contact the organizer.

Frequently asked questions

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