Walking in Zermatt and Saas-Fee : 50 routes in the Valais: Mattertal and Saastal

With 50 routes making full use of the area's extensive path network and lift systems, this is one of the finest walking destinations in Switzerland. This trusted guidebook describes 50 graded day walks ranging from 4 to 29km (3 to 18 miles), completed in 2 to 10 hours, based around the resort towns of Zermatt and Saas-Fee. Organised across four areas — Zermatt and the Mattertal, Grächen and the lower Mattertal, and Saas-Fee and the Saastal — the walks range from easy village strolls to full-day mountain outings. Stand-out routes include the Five Lakes Walk in the Findeln valley, the Gornergrat to Riffelsee circuit, the iconic Grächen to Saas-Fee Höhenweg, and hut walks to the Britanniahütte and Mischabelhütte, with welcoming mountain restaurants dotted throughout the area. Clear route descriptions are supported by 1:50,000 maps for every walk, with detailed information on planning, transport, and amenities to help you navigate the valleys and mountains with confidence. GPX files are available to download for all 50 routes, making it simple to follow the path digitally. Background notes on the plants, wildlife, and geology of these extraordinary 4000m peaks sit alongside practical guidance on getting to Zermatt and Saas-Fee, travel in the region, and accommodation options. Step into the shadow of the Matterhorn and explore the Swiss Valais with confidence.