Matterhorn Ski Safari · Level Blue

Beyond First Turns

  • Start: Sunnegga-Rothorn valley station · Switzerland
  • Required ticket: Ski passes winter

At a glance

Beginners Closed

Currently closed: Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express), Furi - Riffelberg, Riffelberg - Rotenboden and 5 more. The route can currently not be skied completely.

ca. 4 h
8 Lifts
3 Stations
Blue runs only

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What you need to know

Show checklist

  • Ski pass Zermatt

    The Ski pass Zermatt allows you to explore the entire route.

  • Discover blue slopes

    Ideal for beginners who are already skiing with more confidence and want to explore more.

  • Easy access across the ski area

    Use the Gornergrat Railway for a comfortable and convenient way to explore the area around Riffelberg.

New challenges around Gornergrat and Riffelberg

The day at a glance

Ready for the next step? The Matterhorn Ski Safari Beyond First Turns takes you from Rotenboden along varied blue slopes around Riffelberg and Gifthittli. It's ideal for skiers who have mastered their first turns and are ready to explore more of the ski area.

  1. 1 Zermatt & Riffelberg 2 Lifts · 0 Runs 25 min
  2. 2 Riffelberg & Gornergrat 4 Lifts · 3 Runs 3 h
  3. 3 Riffelberg & Zermatt 2 Lifts · 0 Runs 30 min
  4. Zermatt 16:50

Station 1 of 3 · Zermatt → Furi → Riffelberg

Zermatt & Riffelberg

25 min
2 Lifts
0 Runs

From Zermatt, the Matterhorn-Express takes you to Furi, where the Riffelberg-Express continues up to Riffelberg.

2 Lifts · 0 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express) Closed
  2. Furi - Riffelberg Closed

Station 2 of 3 · Riffelberg → Gornergrat → Riffelberg

Riffelberg & Gornergrat

3 h
4 Lifts
3 Runs

From Riffelberg, take the Gornergrat Railway to Rotenboden and follow the slope of the same name to the Gifthittli chairlift. After the ascent, descend via the Iglupiste before taking the Gornergrat Railway up to the Gornergrat. From there, the final descent is via the blue Gornergrat slope.

4 Lifts · 3 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Riffelberg - Rotenboden Closed
  2. 38 · Rotenboden Blue run Closed
  3. Gifthittli Closed
  4. 45 · Iglupiste Blue run Closed
  5. Riffelberg - Rotenboden Closed
  6. Rotenboden - Gornergrat Closed
  7. 36 · Gornergrat Blue run Closed

Station 3 of 3 · Riffelberg → Furi → Zermatt

Riffelberg & Zermatt

30 min
2 Lifts
0 Runs

From Riffelberg, the Riffelberg-Express takes you down to Furi. From there, the Matterhorn-Express continues back to Zermatt.

2 Lifts · 0 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Furi - Riffelberg Closed
  2. Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express) Closed

Interactive panoramic map

The route at a glance

The interactive panoramic map shows all three stages of the Matterhorn Ski Safari Beyond First Turns and the route through the ski area.

Interactive panoramic map

Hit the slopes with the right ticket

The right ski pass

Ski pass Zermatt

The Ski pass Zermatt allows you to complete the Matterhorn Ski Safari routes: Beyond First Turns, Scenic Sun Hunter and Classic Panorama Cruiser.
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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Beyond First Turns is suitable for skiers who have mastered their first turns and feel confident on easy blue slopes. The route allows skiers to gradually explore more of the Matterhorn Ski Paradise while building confidence on their skis

The First Ski Experience is designed for complete beginners and starts at Wolli’s Beginners’ Park Sunnegga. Beyond First Turns requires some skiing experience and takes skiers along various blue slopes in the Gornergrat and Riffelberg area. The route offers the opportunity to explore more of the Matterhorn Ski Paradise.

The Ski pass Zermatt is required for this route. It covers all lifts and slopes along the route.

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Riffelberg is a particularly good place to take a break along the route. There is a restaurant with views of the surrounding mountains. Riffelberg is also a convenient meeting point for skiers and visitors exploring the area on foot or by sledge.

Yes, a visit to the Iglu-Dorf Zermatt is possible during Beyond First Turns. It can be reached via slope 45 (Iglupiste) and offers a special place to take a break surrounded by the winter landscape.

Yes, the Beyond First Turns route does not have to be completed in full. Depending on skiing ability and fitness, skiers can choose to explore only part of the route or finish early.