--- id: 3623 title: Scenic Sun Hunter | Matterhorn Ski Safari path: /en/experience/skiing/matterhorn-ski-safari/scenic-sun-hunter url: "https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/en/experience/skiing/matterhorn-ski-safari/scenic-sun-hunter" language: en generated_at: "2026-11-10T00:01:02+01:00" type: document --- ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/05-skifahren/ski-safari/71393/image-thumb__71393__content-hero/20250228_ski_nord-11.3e8f9723.jpg)![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/05-skifahren/ski-safari/71393/image-thumb__71393__content-hero/20250228_ski_nord-11.3e8f9723.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 Red Scenic Sun Hunter =================== - Start: Sunnegga-Rothorn valley station · Switzerland - Required ticket: Ski passes winter At a glance ----------- ExplorersStatus: Closed **Currently closed:** Zermatt - Sunnegga, Sunnegga - Blauherd, Blauherd - Rothorn and 16 more. The route can currently not be skied completely. Start09:00 o'clock Durationca. 3 h 45 min Kilometres of runs37 km Lifts8 Lifts Stages3 Stages ### 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. - ### Photo opportunities Along the route, ever-changing views of the Matterhorn provide plenty of opportunities for the perfect souvenir photo. - ### Culinary breaks A variety of places to stop for food and drinks offer plenty of opportunities to take a relaxed break without any time pressure. ### Three stages of panoramic views and culinary highlights The day at a glance --------------------- **Sunshine, panoramic views and culinary delights:** The Matterhorn Ski Safari Scenic Sun Hunter takes you through the Sunnegga–Rothorn ski area, combining varied slopes with impressive views of the Matterhorn. Along the way, scenic photo spots and cosy mountain restaurants invite you to take a break. 1. [1Zermatt & Rothorn 3 Lifts · 3 Runs · 1 h ](#spec-area-route-stage-1) 2. [2Gant & Blauherd 3 Lifts · 4 Runs · 1 h 15 min ](#spec-area-route-stage-2) 3. [3Patrullarve & Zermatt 2 Lifts · 5 Runs · 1 h 30 min ](#spec-area-route-stage-3) 4. Zermatt16:00 Stage 1 of 3 · Zermatt → Rothorn → Gant Stage 1: Zermatt & Rothorn ------------------------------- Duration1 h Lifts3 Lifts Runs3 Runs From Zermatt, the funicular leads to Sunnegga, followed by the combi cable car to Blauherd and finally the cable car up to Rothorn. At the top, panoramic views of the Matterhorn await before the descent continues via Rotweng, Fluhalp and the Moräne-Umfahrung to Gant. 3 Lifts · 3 Runs showSequence of the stage 1. Zermatt - SunneggaStatus: Closed 2. Sunnegga - BlauherdStatus: Closed 3. Blauherd - RothornStatus: Closed 4. 11 · Rotweng obenRed runStatus: Closed 5. 19 · FluhalpRed runStatus: Closed 6. 19a · Moräne UmfahrungBlue runStatus: Closed ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/05-skifahren/00_ski/01-nord/71402/image-thumb__71402__wysiwyg-with-media/20260313_ski_nord-2.9557f9d5.jpg) Stage 2 of 3 · Gant → Blauherd → Rothorn → Patrullarve Stage 2: Gant & Blauherd ----------------------------- Duration1 h 15 min Lifts3 Lifts Runs4 Runs From Gant, the Hublot-Express chairlift leads to Blauherd, where the wooden heart offers a photo stop with views of the Matterhorn. The route then follows the Tuftern slope to the Kumme gondola and back up to Rothorn. From there, the Kumme, Tufternkumme and Tuftern slopes lead to the valley station of the Patrullarve chairlift. 3 Lifts · 4 Runs showSequence of the stage 1. Hublot-Express: Gant - BlauherdStatus: Closed 2. Wooden heart Blauherd 3. 9 · TufternRed runStatus: Closed 4. Tuftern - TufternkummeStatus: Closed 5. Tufternkumme - RothornStatus: Closed 6. 14 · KummeRed runStatus: Closed 7. 15 · TufternkummeRed runStatus: Closed 8. 9 · TufternRed runStatus: Closed ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/08-fun-und-adventure/photo-points/herz/winter/71458/image-thumb__71458__wysiwyg-with-media/20260225_winterwandern_herz_fotopoint_blauherd_nord-1.4ddf0c3a.jpg) Stage 3 of 3 · Patrullarve → Findeln → Zermatt Stage 3: Patrullarve & Zermatt ----------------------------------- Duration1 h 30 min Lifts2 Lifts Runs5 Runs The Patrullarve chairlift takes skiers up to Blauherd. From there, the route follows the Standard and Easyrun slopes to Findeln. The Eja chairlift then leads to Sunnegga, before the route continues via Brunnjeschbord and Ried back to Zermatt. 2 Lifts · 5 Runs showSequence of the stage 1. PatrullarveStatus: Closed 2. 7 · StandardBlue runStatus: Closed 3. 6 · Easy runRed runStatus: Closed 4. Eja - SunneggaStatus: Closed 5. 4 · Brunnjeschbord Red runStatus: Closed 6. 2 · RiedRed runStatus: Closed 7. 2a · RiedwegRed runStatus: Closed ![](https://www.matterhornparadise.ch/ZBAG/09-kulinarik/winter/71460/image-thumb__71460__wysiwyg-with-media/20260307_gourmet_nord-3.dbd2bb12.jpg) ### Interactive panoramic map The route at a glance ----------------------- The interactive panoramic map shows the Scenic Sun Hunter route and all three stages through Matterhorn Ski Paradise. cookies.accept-cookies-to-show-external-content cookies.accept-cookies.service marketing [ 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 ---------------------------- 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) How challenging is the Scenic Sun Hunter? The Scenic Sun Hunter is one of the red Matterhorn Ski Safari routes and is suitable for skiers who feel confident on red slopes. The route combines varied skiing with impressive views and several opportunities to take a break. Where can skiers take a break along the Scenic Sun Hunter? There are several places to take a break along the Scenic Sun Hunter. The restaurants at Rothorn, Blauherd, Fluhalp and Tufternalp are ideal for a coffee or an aperitif with a view. At the end of the route, Findeln offers a wide selection of restaurants for a relaxing stop. Where are the best viewpoints and photo spots along the route? The Rothorn, with its impressive mountain panorama, and the heart-shaped photo spot at Blauherd are particularly worth visiting. Both offer beautiful views of the Matterhorn. The rest of the route also offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy different perspectives of the surrounding mountains. Where can skiers and non-skiers meet along the Scenic Sun Hunter? Several restaurants along the Scenic Sun Hunter can also be reached without skis. The restaurants at Rothorn and Blauherd are particularly suitable meeting points, as both locations are accessible by mountain lifts. Which animals can be spotted around the Hublot-Express? With a bit of luck, chamois can be spotted among the rocks and snow around the Hublot-Express. Bearded vultures can also occasionally be seen circling overhead. It is therefore worth keeping an eye out for wildlife during the chairlift ride. ### 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)