Haute Route

As its name suggests, the Haute Route is a journey, not a region. Encompassing a series of trails linking Chamonix to Zermatt, the Haute Route features high, steep passes and stunning mountain scenery. It definitely qualifies as one of the world’s great hikes. The Haute Route is also a very strenuous tour, with many high passes to cross. Unlike many other areas in the Alps, these trails offer very few easy options for shorter days or bad weather. It’s a commitment, but one that repays you with quiet trails and remote, rugged scenery. You can choose to start at either Chamonix or Zermatt, with shorter options starting in Verbier.

Destinations

Zermatt

Zermatt is Switzerland’s top travel destination and the Matterhorn is quite possibly the world’s most recognizable mountain.

Main Attractions

Mountain Inns

Hike from one destination to the next with only a small daypack. Stay in comfort at a remote mountain inn.

Tours & Other Resources

The Hiker’s Haute Route is the signature tour tracing the route from Chamonix to Zermatt.