Climb Breithorn with an IFMGA mountain guide

Breithorn (4,164 m.a.s.l) one of the easy access 4,000m peaks in the Alps. Accessible from Zermatt in a day tour, it's the perfect introduction to mountaineering.

Join us for a guided Breithorn climb in 2025!

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Climb the Breithorn with an IFMGA mountain guide

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Breithorn (4,164 m.a.s.l) one of the easy access 4,000m peaks in the Alps. Accessible from Zermatt in a day tour, it's the perfect introduction to mountaineering.

Join us for a guided Breithorn climb in 2025!

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About the climb

Join us for a day trip to climb Breithorn from Zermatt (or Cervinia). The west peak of Breithorn is a great introduction to mountaineering and for those who are looking to do their first 4,000m peak.

Breithorn is one of the more accessible 4,000-meter peaks in the area, and is done as a day trip from Zermatt. You'll meet the guide in Zermatt, take the cable car to Klein Matterhorn, and then complete the ascent (around 300m vertical).

Reaching the top of Breithorn, you'll be rewarded with amazing views of the surrounding mountains. This climb is about enjoying the outdoors and challenging yourself safely accompanied by a certified mountain guide.

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Breithorn Tour Details

Climb the normal route of Breithorn (4,164 meters above sea level) accompanied by an IFMGA-certified mountain guide. Breithorn is available to climb all year round. Below you'll find details about the tour.  

General

• Fitness level: Easy to moderate

• Number of people: 1-6 persons per guide

• Season: All year round. On skis or by foot

• Duration: 3-4 hours from Klein Matterhorn

Pricing

Private mountain guides only.


• Guide fee: CHF 690 for 1-2 persons

• Additional persons: CHF 50

Agenda

Times might differ depending on the time of the season.


• Summer: Meet the guide at 8.00am at Matterhorn Express station, in Zermatt

• Winter: Meet the guide at 8.30am at Matterhorn Express station, in Zermatt

• Cable car: to Klein Matterhorn station, 3883m. You start the climb here.

• Climb: The climb takes 3-4 hours, and you'll have some time at the top for pictures and rest.

What's included?

Mountain guide fee

Additional costs

Return cable car ticket to Klein Matterhorn for you and the guide
Equipment rental: Harness, poles and crampons can be rented in the sport shops in town


NOTE: In case of unsuitable conditions, another activity is proposed by the guide.

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Reviews from this climb

Here's what other adventurers say about climbing the Breithorn with us

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Fernando, ES
June 2024
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"The experience has been incredible to be able to do my first 4000m mountain, I would repeat with you again for another activity"
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Henrique, US
June 2024
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"Really a good experience to climb with Oliver. He was very helpful and taking care of the details of this hike."
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Peter, NL
July 2024
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"Very nice climb. The guide timed a good weather window and all felt safe."
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Fernando, ES
June 2024
"The experience has been incredible to be able to do my first 4000m mountain, I would repeat with you again for another activity"
Henrique, US
Aug 2024
"Really a good experience to climb with Oliver. He was very helpful and taking care of the details of this hike."
Peter, NL
Aug 2024
"Very nice climb. The guide timed a good weather window and all felt safe."

Breithorn Photo Gallery

Pictures from our guides and customers from last season

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