--- id: 3620 title: Beyond First Turns | Matterhorn Ski Safari path: /en/experience/skiing/matterhorn-ski-safari/beyond-first-turns url: "https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/experience/skiing/matterhorn-ski-safari/beyond-first-turns" language: en generated_at: "2026-11-10T00:01:02+01:00" type: document --- ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/05-skifahren/ski-safari/71805/image-thumb__71805__content-hero/beyond-first-turns-header.4a623446.jpg)![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/05-skifahren/ski-safari/71805/image-thumb__71805__content-hero/beyond-first-turns-header.4a623446.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) ### Matterhorn Ski Safari · Level Blue Beyond First Turns ==================== - Start: Sunnegga-Rothorn valley station · Switzerland - Required ticket: Ski passes winter At a glance ----------- BeginnersStatus: Closed **Currently closed:** Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express), Furi - Riffelberg, Riffelberg - Rotenboden and 5 more. The route can currently not be skied completely. Durationca. 4 h Lifts8 Lifts Stations3 Stations RunsBlue runs only ### Ready for the route? 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. [1Zermatt & Riffelberg 2 Lifts · 0 Runs 25 min](#spec-area-route-stage-1) 2. [2Riffelberg & Gornergrat 4 Lifts · 3 Runs 3 h](#spec-area-route-stage-2) 3. [3Riffelberg & Zermatt 2 Lifts · 0 Runs 30 min](#spec-area-route-stage-3) 4. Zermatt16:50 Station 1 of 3 · Zermatt → Furi → Riffelberg Station 1: Zermatt & Riffelberg ------------------------------------ Duration25 min Lifts2 Lifts Runs0 Runs From Zermatt, the Matterhorn-Express takes you to Furi, where the Riffelberg-Express continues up to Riffelberg. 2 Lifts · 0 Runs showSequence of the stage 1. Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express)Status: Closed 2. Furi - RiffelbergStatus: Closed ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/10-region/landschaft-matterhorn/matterhorn/71544/image-thumb__71544__wysiwyg-with-media/20251210_riffelberg_mitte-1.60e200eb.jpg) Station 2 of 3 · Riffelberg → Gornergrat → Riffelberg Station 2: Riffelberg & Gornergrat --------------------------------------- Duration3 h Lifts4 Lifts Runs3 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 showSequence of the stage 1. Riffelberg - RotenbodenStatus: Closed 2. 38 · RotenbodenBlue runStatus: Closed 3. GifthittliStatus: Closed 4. 45 · Iglupiste Blue runStatus: Closed 5. Riffelberg - RotenbodenStatus: Closed 6. Rotenboden - GornergratStatus: Closed 7. 36 · Gornergrat Blue runStatus: Closed ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/00-keyvisuals/03-archiv/51212/image-thumb__51212__wysiwyg-with-media/20250320_ski_nord-3.a63a302b.jpg) Station 3 of 3 · Riffelberg → Furi → Zermatt Station 3: Riffelberg & Zermatt ------------------------------------ Duration30 min Lifts2 Lifts Runs0 Runs From Riffelberg, the Riffelberg-Express takes you down to Furi. From there, the Matterhorn-Express continues back to Zermatt. 2 Lifts · 0 Runs showSequence of the stage 1. Furi - RiffelbergStatus: Closed 2. Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express)Status: Closed ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/11-ueber-uns/02-anlagen/03-mitte/rex/68211/image-thumb__68211__wysiwyg-with-media/20250115_riffelberg-express_sued-2.e0484876.jpg) ### 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. cookies.accept-cookies-to-show-external-content cookies.accept-cookies.service marketing [ Interactive panoramic map ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/experience/skiing/piste-map) ### Hit the slopes with the right ticket The right ski pass -------------------- ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/05-skifahren/00_ski/01-nord/71745/image-thumb__71745__large-img-teaser/20260313_ski_nord-51.d147053d.jpg) ### 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. [ Book now ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets/ski-pass-winter) ### Good to know Frequently asked questions ---------------------------- What skiing experience is required for Beyond First Turns? 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 What is the difference between Beyond First Turns and the First Ski Experience? 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. Which ski pass is required for this route? The Ski pass Zermatt is required for this route. It covers all lifts and slopes along the route. [ Buy ski pass ](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/book/tickets/ski-pass-winter) Where can skiers take a break during Beyond First Turns? 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. Is it possible to visit the Iglu-Dorf during Beyond First Turns? 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. Can Beyond First Turns be shortened? Yes, the Beyond First Turns route does not have to be completed in full. 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