Suspension bridge Zermatt

Location

Zermatt

Descriptif 

very easy hike in the magnificent Zermatt region and its mythical mountain the Matterhorn

Total length

about 6 km

Walking time

about 2 hours

Elevation + et –

+163 / -411 meters

Altitude: between 1619 and 1959 meters

National hiking map 1:50’000

284 Mischabel

Best period

from mai to october

Difficulty

T2

Bridge length and height: 100 meters / 90 meters

Useful information

After the bridge there is a magnificent place to organize a picnic with a fireplace for grilling (wood available). This place is also very well equipped with tables and some games for children.

Itinerary

Take the gondola to get to Furi arrival station. From Furi follow the signs “Hangebrücke”. After crossing the suspension bridge, go back down to Zermatt following the Zermatt station signs. For walkers who don’t want to take the gondola just follow the Furi route from Zermatt.