Blauherd to Stellisee. All the 5 are on different height and you can choose starting point and route ind greate variation, Unbeleivable views, flowers, great walk. On this hike, you get to visit two alpine lakes. The Five Lakes Trail is worth it if you have a lot of time in Zermatt (3 days or longer) and are looking for another scenic hike to do. For most of this hike, you are wide, gravel roads and walking through the woods, not the most exciting experience. All rights reserved © Earth Trekkers. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn.
Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. While researching the best hikes in Zermatt, the Five Lakes Trail (5-Seenweg) kept popping up at the top of the list. It’s right there in front of you, and since Gornergrat is closer to the Matterhorn than the Five Lakes Trail, it almost looks like you can reach out and touch it. Once you exit the gondola, look for signs directing you to the Five Lakes Trail. Here is the view from Grindjisee. The views are beautiful all the way along. Difficulty: Easy to moderate Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Yes, the views of the Matterhorn are very nice. Now the trail changes into a wide, gravel road. Wer sich den 10 Kilometer langen SEENWEG vornimmt, braucht bergsteigerisches Können, Trittsicherheit und eine gute Kondition . The thing that makes this hike so special is that you are always walking towards the Matterhorn. Elevation Gain: 165 meters Your email address will not be published. If you have kids doing this with you, end up at the Leisee and watch them enjoy the water facilities and play area while you relax in the shade of the large canopies provided. This short hike is simply amazing. The walk to Stellisee is gorgeous. When you are finished, ride the gondola up to Blauherd. The section from Blauherd to Stellisee is the best part of the Five Lakes Trail. ), in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. On Google Maps, it is called Zermatt (Talstation Sunnegga). 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For us, the air was cool and. Alle fünf Bergseen haben ihren Reiz – vom versteckten Kleinod bis zum beliebten Badeparadies ist alles dabei. A Visit to Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe…Is It Worth It? Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt... Standard Flight Experience with Matterhorn... Zermatt Village plus Mt. Der 5-Seenweg ist eine der beliebtesten Wanderungen in Zermatt. As we stood at the Blauherd station, we had a choice to make: hike up to Rothorn for the view (which I hear is spectacular) or walk the lovely Five Lakes Trail. From here, you get a spectacular view of the Matterhorn. My recommendation is to hike back to Blauherd and continue up to Rothorn on the cable car. Amazing Matterhorn views, five gorgeous lakes, a mostly downhill walk…it sounded perfect! Once at Stellisee, walk around the far side of the lake for the best view of the Matterhorn. View from the trail before you get to Leisee. The views do open up again, later in the hike, but this part of the Five Lakes Trail is the most boring. Moosjisee is a lake that sits next to a hydro-power station. leicht. Ending Point: Sunnegga station Otherwise, go early and finish before most people are out and about. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow. Your email address will not be published. 950 m Aufstieg und ca. Hike easy to do with kids, very beautiful and well indicated. The section from Blauherd to Stellisee is the best part of the Five Lakes Trail. 1.650 m Abstieg Learn More: How to Visit Gornergrat and Hike to Riffelberg. It’s worth going to the viewpoint of the Matterhorn. If you do one thing while in Zermatt, it should be this. Hotels with Complimentary Breakfast in Zermatt, Hotels near Zermatt Ski School European Snowsport (ES), Hotels near Parish Church of St. Mauritius, Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks in Zermatt, Points of Interest & Landmarks in Zermatt, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Tickets & Tours, Summit Ski & Snowboard School: Tickets & Tours, Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis: Tickets & Tours, Zermatt Ski School European Snowsport (ES): Tickets & Tours. It’s a short but steep walk up to the lake. Distance: 9.8 km (6.1 miles) 8,9 km 3:00 h 164 hm 443 hm Well, the Five Lakes Trail won. This is when we regretted our decision to hike this trail. The trail starts at Blauherd. If you don´t need this option, consider extending this walk in one of several directions to make a full day of it. Länge: ca. To hike from Grünsee to Moosjisee, you will hike down a series of switchbacks in the woods. This hike gets its name from the five lakes you will hike past: Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, and Leisee. Much of it is walking downhill on basically a dirt road - not hard. As the title says these walk winds aroung 5 lakes. On a calm day, it is possible to capture the reflection of the Matterhorn on the lake (I was not so lucky). This hike gets its name from the five lakes you will hike past: What to Do Instead of the Five Lakes Trail. If you look closely, you can see the Five Lakes Trail on the hillside in the distance. Zermatt: Beliebter Rundwanderweg. We hiked the suggested way round (ie counter-clockwise. 6,5 h; Höhenmeter: ca. Diese 5 Seen muss man sehen! the sun was strong - perfect weather. This is an incredible view. This small lake is surrounded by trees. And yes, the first lake, Stellisee, truly is gorgeous. Insgesamt fünf malerische Seen warten auf Natur- und Wasserliebhaber, die den SEENWEG erleben wollen. To get here, take the funicular to Sunnegga and the gondola to Blauherd. But once we reached the second lake, we couldn’t wait for this hike to be over. The hike to Leisee is the toughest part of the hike. Popular hike which can be enjoyed without crowds if you pick your time. This would also give you the possibility of doing more uphill hiking (much better on the knees) and finishing at Blauherd before returning to Zermatt. This trail is not about being challenged, it's about getting back to nature and taking in the splendour of the Alps. On trail signs, it is labeled as 5-Seenweg. You can also look for signs directing you to the next lake. Alternatively, wild camp at one of the lakes to enjoy the sunrise/sunset with Matterhorn as your backdrop. Whichever way you choose to do this walk, it is a very pleasant 3 hours circular hike. With the right expectations, this is a worthwhile experience. When to Go: June through September. To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. In our opinion, this hike is boring and monotonous. Length of Time: 3 hours Take your pick from 50 of the world's best travel adventures. Click here for the timetables and pricing for the funicular and gondola to Blauherd. Ride the funicular to the Sunnegga station (about 8 minutes). It says ~3 hours - we took at least 5. More Information for Your Trip to Switzerland: Read all of our articles about Switzerland in our.
Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. While researching the best hikes in Zermatt, the Five Lakes Trail (5-Seenweg) kept popping up at the top of the list. It’s right there in front of you, and since Gornergrat is closer to the Matterhorn than the Five Lakes Trail, it almost looks like you can reach out and touch it. Once you exit the gondola, look for signs directing you to the Five Lakes Trail. Here is the view from Grindjisee. The views are beautiful all the way along. Difficulty: Easy to moderate Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Yes, the views of the Matterhorn are very nice. Now the trail changes into a wide, gravel road. Wer sich den 10 Kilometer langen SEENWEG vornimmt, braucht bergsteigerisches Können, Trittsicherheit und eine gute Kondition . The thing that makes this hike so special is that you are always walking towards the Matterhorn. Elevation Gain: 165 meters Your email address will not be published. If you have kids doing this with you, end up at the Leisee and watch them enjoy the water facilities and play area while you relax in the shade of the large canopies provided. This short hike is simply amazing. The walk to Stellisee is gorgeous. When you are finished, ride the gondola up to Blauherd. The section from Blauherd to Stellisee is the best part of the Five Lakes Trail. ), in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. On Google Maps, it is called Zermatt (Talstation Sunnegga). How to Visit Gornergrat and Hike to Riffelberg, Everything You Need to Know to Visit Schilthorn and Birg, How to Hike from Schynige Platte to Faulhorn to First, The Mürren Via Ferrata: One of Switzerland’s Most Thrilling Experiences, 20 Amazing Things to do in the Jungfrau Region of Switzerland, Grand Teton, Yellowstone & Glacier National Parks: 10 Day Road Trip Itinerary, Fimmvörðuháls Trail: A Step-By-Step Guide to Iceland’s Best Day Hike, 10 Things to do on Your First Visit to Florence, How to Visit Gornergrat and Hike to Riffelberg, Zermatt, Switzerland, 12 Amazing Things to do in Zermatt, Switzerland. I know that other blog posts and articles give rave reviews about the Five Lakes Trail. The 3 hr version must be if you’re under 40 :-) But if you're in reasonable shape you =can do it. And honestly, I think we made a bad decision. You can have a bath in the middle of the route in one of the lakes. Our website uses cookies. Required fields are marked *. The view is always amazing!!! For us, the air was cool and. Alle fünf Bergseen haben ihren Reiz – vom versteckten Kleinod bis zum beliebten Badeparadies ist alles dabei. A Visit to Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe…Is It Worth It? Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt... Standard Flight Experience with Matterhorn... Zermatt Village plus Mt. Der 5-Seenweg ist eine der beliebtesten Wanderungen in Zermatt. As we stood at the Blauherd station, we had a choice to make: hike up to Rothorn for the view (which I hear is spectacular) or walk the lovely Five Lakes Trail. From here, you get a spectacular view of the Matterhorn. My recommendation is to hike back to Blauherd and continue up to Rothorn on the cable car. Amazing Matterhorn views, five gorgeous lakes, a mostly downhill walk…it sounded perfect! Once at Stellisee, walk around the far side of the lake for the best view of the Matterhorn. View from the trail before you get to Leisee. The views do open up again, later in the hike, but this part of the Five Lakes Trail is the most boring. Moosjisee is a lake that sits next to a hydro-power station. leicht. Ending Point: Sunnegga station Otherwise, go early and finish before most people are out and about. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow. Your email address will not be published. 950 m Aufstieg und ca. Hike easy to do with kids, very beautiful and well indicated. The section from Blauherd to Stellisee is the best part of the Five Lakes Trail. 1.650 m Abstieg Learn More: How to Visit Gornergrat and Hike to Riffelberg. It’s worth going to the viewpoint of the Matterhorn. If you do one thing while in Zermatt, it should be this. Hotels with Complimentary Breakfast in Zermatt, Hotels near Zermatt Ski School European Snowsport (ES), Hotels near Parish Church of St. Mauritius, Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks in Zermatt, Points of Interest & Landmarks in Zermatt, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Tickets & Tours, Summit Ski & Snowboard School: Tickets & Tours, Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis: Tickets & Tours, Zermatt Ski School European Snowsport (ES): Tickets & Tours. It’s a short but steep walk up to the lake. Distance: 9.8 km (6.1 miles) 8,9 km 3:00 h 164 hm 443 hm Well, the Five Lakes Trail won. This is when we regretted our decision to hike this trail. The trail starts at Blauherd. If you don´t need this option, consider extending this walk in one of several directions to make a full day of it. Länge: ca. To hike from Grünsee to Moosjisee, you will hike down a series of switchbacks in the woods. This hike gets its name from the five lakes you will hike past: Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, and Leisee. Much of it is walking downhill on basically a dirt road - not hard. As the title says these walk winds aroung 5 lakes. On a calm day, it is possible to capture the reflection of the Matterhorn on the lake (I was not so lucky). This hike gets its name from the five lakes you will hike past: What to Do Instead of the Five Lakes Trail. If you look closely, you can see the Five Lakes Trail on the hillside in the distance. Zermatt: Beliebter Rundwanderweg. We hiked the suggested way round (ie counter-clockwise. 6,5 h; Höhenmeter: ca. Diese 5 Seen muss man sehen! the sun was strong - perfect weather. This is an incredible view. This small lake is surrounded by trees. And yes, the first lake, Stellisee, truly is gorgeous. Insgesamt fünf malerische Seen warten auf Natur- und Wasserliebhaber, die den SEENWEG erleben wollen. To get here, take the funicular to Sunnegga and the gondola to Blauherd. But once we reached the second lake, we couldn’t wait for this hike to be over. The hike to Leisee is the toughest part of the hike. Popular hike which can be enjoyed without crowds if you pick your time. This would also give you the possibility of doing more uphill hiking (much better on the knees) and finishing at Blauherd before returning to Zermatt. This trail is not about being challenged, it's about getting back to nature and taking in the splendour of the Alps. On trail signs, it is labeled as 5-Seenweg. You can also look for signs directing you to the next lake. Alternatively, wild camp at one of the lakes to enjoy the sunrise/sunset with Matterhorn as your backdrop. Whichever way you choose to do this walk, it is a very pleasant 3 hours circular hike. With the right expectations, this is a worthwhile experience. When to Go: June through September. To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. In our opinion, this hike is boring and monotonous. Length of Time: 3 hours Take your pick from 50 of the world's best travel adventures. Click here for the timetables and pricing for the funicular and gondola to Blauherd. Ride the funicular to the Sunnegga station (about 8 minutes). It says ~3 hours - we took at least 5. More Information for Your Trip to Switzerland: Read all of our articles about Switzerland in our.