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Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (MGP) Overview

A cable car takes you to the most popular attraction in Zermatt, the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise or MGP at an elevation of 3,883 metres. You are left speechless seeing the majestic panorama of the Italian, French and Swiss Alpine range.

It is one of the few places in the world where you will find snow 365 days of the year. On a clear day you can even see the Mediterranean Sea!

Below the mighty Matterhorn peak, is Europe’s largest summer ski area, a Glacier Palace and a cool Gravity Park – a creative snow park for snowboarders.

Travel Info: The journey to MGP is completed on the Matterhorn Express to the Furi station. From there, hop aboard Europe’s highest aerial cableway to Klein Matterhorn station. Do check with the local station for updates on snow and weather conditions.

Opening Closing Time Trains leave Zermatt at 8 am for Furi station. The last downhill departure is around 4 pm.

The railway and cable network is operational throughout the year (subject to snow and weather conditions).

Photo Opp
Don’t forget to click panoramic shots of Matterhorn Peak from the MGP, a not to be missed photo opportunity.

Entrance Fee The ticket price for Zermatt to MGP ranges from 60 CHF to 100 CHF depending on the class you choose to travel in. Don’t forget to buy the Swiss Rail pass for travel within and around the city. Economical and efficient, you can get a discount of up to 50% on the same journey.