Location: Zermatt
Description: 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: +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
Departure and 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.
Practical 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.