Matterhorn

Overview of the Matterhorn

This 4,478 m summit on the Italian-Swiss border is an alpinism "classic". It is also known as the Matterhorn in German.

Key facts

• Type of place: mountain.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Features:

• Mountain range: Alps.

• Summit: 4,478 m.

Environment

Wildlife and flora

Precautions

Climate and weather

What to see and do

Practical information

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Getting there

Sleeping and eating

What to see nearby

Further reading