--- id: 925 title: Idyllic mountain lakes | Theme trail in Zermatt path: /en/experience/hiking/5-lakes-walk url: "https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/experience/hiking/5-lakes-walk" language: en generated_at: "2026-11-09T00:01:07+01:00" type: document --- ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/32576/image-thumb__32576__content-hero/090723_wandern_nord_46_1.bf3bc31d.jpg)![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/32576/image-thumb__32576__content-hero/090723_wandern_nord_46_1.bf3bc31d.jpg)![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/test-assets/566/image-thumb__566__content-hero-clouds/clouds-center.82ca394b.png) ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/test-assets/570/image-thumb__570__content-hero-clouds/clouds-mobile.6db79170.png) ### A hike alongside Zermatt’s five most beautiful mountain lakes Five Lakes Trail ================== 2h 30 time 9.8 km distance 454m Elevation change moderate Difficulty It’s a stroke of luck that the five most beautiful mountain lakes in Zermatt are so close together. There's plenty to see on this approximately 9-kilometre trail from **Blauherd to Sunnegga**. Each individual lake has its own special magic. As well as taking in some of the most **beautiful locations** in the **Matterhorn Summer Paradise**, the walk also has some fascinating stories attached to it. With a little luck, observant walkers will be able to spot some rare **Alpine plants**. What no one can overlook, however, is the ever-present **Alpine panorama.** [![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/2344/image-thumb__2344__wysiwyg-img-53x26/ZBAG%20Wandern%20Nord-39.4dbe7b86.jpg)](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/2344/image-thumb__2344__lightbox/ZBAG%20Wandern%20Nord-39.515f93fb.jpg) [![Hike around the Grünsee and enjoy the landscape | © Marco Schnyder](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/1508/image-thumb__1508__wysiwyg-img-53x26/gruensee-region.0016d6c7.jpg "Wandern am Grünsee | © Marco Schnyder")](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/1508/image-thumb__1508__lightbox/gruensee-region.ab931b1d.jpg) [![The Matterhorn shines behind Grindjisee](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/1505/image-thumb__1505__wysiwyg-img-53x26/grindjisee-matterhorn-1.e503b9c4.jpg "The Matterhorn shines behind Grindjisee")](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/1505/image-thumb__1505__lightbox/grindjisee-matterhorn-1.cd9da96e.jpg) [![Hiking at lake Moosjisee | © Marco Schnyder](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/1478/image-thumb__1478__wysiwyg-img-1x1/blauherd-moosjisee-8.3ec73d05.jpg "Hiking at lake Moosjisee | © Marco Schnyder")](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/1478/image-thumb__1478__lightbox/blauherd-moosjisee-8.b76104a1.jpg) [![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/2346/image-thumb__2346__wysiwyg-img-1x1/ZBAG%20Gourmet%20trail-8.067da8ff.jpg)](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/04-themenwanderwege/5-seenweg/2346/image-thumb__2346__lightbox/ZBAG%20Gourmet%20trail-8.6b59c72b.jpg) Pure relaxation ----------------- **Route**: Blauherd - Stellisee - Grindjisee - Grünsee - Moosjisee - Leisee - Sunnegga **Best time of year**: June – September The lakes offer a wide variety of opportunities for adventure and relaxation. It’s hard to pick a favourite. It might be one of the two lakes for swimming – Grünsee or Leisee, where the focus is on fun for the kids. Or perhaps Stellisee, in whose waters the **reflection of the Matterhor**n shines brilliant and clear, or the deep green Grindjisee, rugged and mystical. It could also be Moosjisee, a reservoir whose turquoise waters give it the feel of paradise. The choice is wide. **Please note:** Swimming is only allowed in Leisee and Grünsee as long as there are no signs indicating otherwise. One thing the lakes all share in common is the ever-present **Alpine panorama**. It’s worth pausing to take in the views, enjoy the peace and savour the moment. The **clear mountain air** fills your lungs and you can feel yourself **relax**. Find the Right Ticket ----------------------- The ticket for breath-taking photos of Zermatt’s most beautiful mountain lakes. **Our tip for the Five Lakes Trail** Zermatt Bergbahnen recommends the Five Lakes Trail Kombi-Ticket for exploring the Five Lakes Trail in all its glory. It includes one trip from Zermatt to Blauherd and one from Sunnegga to Zermatt. For people with more on their to-do list, the Peak Pass is the best option. This offers unlimited rides on the routes from Zermatt - Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Zermatt - Rothorn, Zermatt - Gornergrat and Furi - Riffelberg on one or more days (as timetabled). ![View at Stelli lake | © Gabriel Perren](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/06-wandern/01-nord/1882/image-thumb__1882__big-img-teaser/wandern-stellisee-4.3183e78d.jpg "View at Stelli lake | © Gabriel Perren") Kombi-ticket ### [ 5 Lakes Trail ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets/kombitickets) [ Learn more ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets/kombitickets) ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/00-keyvisuals/01-sommer/65211/image-thumb__65211__big-img-teaser/20250718_schwarzsee_sued-14.1a83fcfa.jpg) ### [ Excursion ticket ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets?interests%5B%5D=3002398&search=&categories%5B%5D=) [ Learn more ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets?interests%5B%5D=3002398&search=&categories%5B%5D=) ### News from zermatt Always informed thanks to our NewsLetter ------------------------------------------ [ E-mail address Subscribe now ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/newsletter) ### benefit now Experiences, ski passes and much more --------------------------------------- - **Book early** and save - **Secure** online shopping - **without queuing** into the mountains [buy tickets](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets)