3-day Matterhorn ascent with preparation in Breithorn

Grab your crampons and dig in to a 3-day Matterhorn program that includes a preparation and assessment day in Breithorn ridge before the 2-day Matterhorn ascent. The preparation day in Breithorn is key for the guide and client to get to know each other, go over some techniques that will be used for Matterhorn, and strongly increase the chances of reaching Matterhorn summit.

During the Breithorn traverse, we will go on diverse types of terrain, which is ideal to get ready for Matterhorn: first on glacier, and then on exposed rocky and snow ridges, depending on conditions.

The legendary peak of the Matterhorn needs no introduction. This 4,478-meter behemoth is one of the most sought-after mountains in the world, and has certainly cemented itself as a symbol of the mountaineering community. The pyramidal shape at the top of the rock is as evocative as it is difficult to conquer.

So let’s do it together! This program is designed to give you all of the necessary tools to safely and efficiently reach the top of the Matterhorn. I will be with you every step of the way to ensure you are in the best position for a successful ascent. By building up to our main objective, you will have higher chances to successfully accomplish this high iconic summit.

You should be in great physical shape for this program with ample mountaineering experience. The demanding aspects of this ascent require a high level of proficiency and preparation, physically and mentally speaking.

We will meet in Zermatt, and on day 1 go for the Breithorn traverse for the day, going back to Zermatt for the night. On day 2 we will take the cable car and then hike for a couple of hours to Hörnli hut. Day 3 is our attempt to summit Matterhorn, we will start at 4 am and head to the Hörnli Ridge, and from there, 4-5 hours to the peak.

The dedicated push to the top of Matterhorn may be challenging, but the work is well worth the reward. Sweeping views of the surrounding Swiss Alps, including views south into Italy, await us. After taking in the panoramas and the thrill of the climb, we will return back to the hut and to Zermatt with an unforgettable experience to add to your resume.

Book this exciting Matterhorn ascent with training in Breithorn ridge and enjoy 3 days of guided climbing that will take you to the top of an Alpine legend!

If you had your eyes on other iconic peaks in the Swiss Alps, we can go for a 3-Day Ascent of the Eiger via the Mittellegi Ridge!