Matterhorn Ski Safari · Level Red

Swiss-Italian Flirt

  • Start: Matterhorn-Express valley station · Switzerland · Italy
  • Required ticket: International

At a glance

Explorers Closed

Currently closed: Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express), Furi - Schwarzsee, Schwarzsee - Furgg and 24 more. The route can currently not be skied completely.

09:00 o'clock
ca. 5 h 5 min
73 km
13 Lifts
6 Stages

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What you need to know

Show checklist

  • Ski pass international

    The Ski pass international is required for this route.

  • Don’t miss the last connection

    Check the operating hours for the return journey to Switzerland.

  • Discover two countries

    Cross the border and explore the slopes in Italy.

  • Helmets are compulsory

    Helmets are mandatory on the slopes in Italy.

Across six stages to Italy and back

The day at a glance

Two countries, one day of skiing: The Swiss–Italian Flirt Ski Safari takes you from Matterhorn Glacier Paradise across the border into Italy and back to Zermatt. Varied slopes, spectacular views of the Matterhorn and Italian flair make this route a memorable skiing experience.

  1. 1 Zermatt & Matterhorn Glacier Paradise 5 Lifts · 0 Runs · 1 h 40 min
  2. 2 Theodulpass & Plan Maison 0 Lifts · 6 Runs · 30 min
  3. 3 Pancheron & Plan Maison 2 Lifts · 3 Runs · 45 min
  4. 4 Theodulpass & Trockener Steg 3 Lifts · 2 Runs · 40 min
  5. 5 Furggsattel & Furgg 1 Lift · 3 Runs · 30 min
  6. 6 Schwarzsee & Zermatt 2 Lifts · 5 Runs · 1 h
  7. Zermatt 16:50

Stage 1 of 6 · Zermatt → Trockener Steg → Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

Zermatt & Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

1 h 40 min
5 Lifts
0 Runs

From Zermatt, the Matterhorn-Express and Matterhorn Glacier Ride I take you via Trockener Steg to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At the top, visit the viewing platform and Glacier Palace to discover the high-alpine mountain world.

5 Lifts · 0 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express) Closed
  2. Furi - Schwarzsee Closed
  3. Schwarzsee - Furgg Closed
  4. Furgg - Trockener Steg Closed
  5. Matterhorn Glacier Ride I Closed
  6. Glacier Palace
  7. Viewing Platform

Stage 2 of 6 · Matterhorn Glacier Paradise → Plan Maison → Pancheron

Theodulpass & Plan Maison

30 min
0 Lifts
6 Runs

From Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, the descent leads across the Theodul Pass into Italy. The route then continues via Testa Grigia and Bontadini to Plan Maison and the Pancheron chairlift.

0 Lifts · 6 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. 85.1 · Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Red run Closed
  2. 88 · Testa II Blue run Closed
  3. 80 · Testa Grigia Red run Closed
  4. 6 · Plateau Rosa - Bontadini Red run Closed
  5. 6.00 · Plan Maison 1 Blue run Closed
  6. 5 · Plan Maison - Cervinia Blue run Closed

Stage 3 of 6 · Pancheron → Plan Maison

Pancheron & Plan Maison

45 min
2 Lifts
3 Runs

The Pancheron chairlift takes you close to the Matterhorn. After descending the Pancheron slope, take the chairlift back up. The Rocce Nere 1 slope then leads back to Plan Maison.

2 Lifts · 3 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Pancheron Closed
  2. 24 · Pancheron Red run Closed
  3. Pancheron Closed
  4. 26 · Rocce Nere 1 Blue run Closed
  5. 6.00 · Plan Maison 1 Blue run Closed

Stage 4 of 6 · Plan Maison → Theodulpass → Trockener Steg

Theodulpass & Trockener Steg

40 min
3 Lifts
2 Runs

From Plan Maison, three chairlifts take you via Fornet and Bontadini up to the Theodul Pass. The Testa Grigia and Gandegg slopes then lead back to the Swiss side and Trockener Steg.

3 Lifts · 2 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Plan Maison Closed
  2. Fornet Closed
  3. Bontadini Closed
  4. 80 · Testa Grigia Red run Closed
  5. 73 · Gandegg Red run Closed

Stage 5 of 6 · Trockener Steg → Furggsattel → Furgg

Furggsattel & Furgg

30 min
1 Lift
3 Runs

From Trockener Steg, the Furggsattel chairlift takes you up. The descent then follows the Theodulgletscher, Schusspiste and Garten slopes down to Furgg.

1 Lift · 3 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Furggsattel Closed
  2. 71 · Theodulgletscher Red run Closed
  3. 70 · Schusspiste Red run Closed
  4. 64 · Garten Red run Closed

Stage 6 of 6 · Furgg → Schwarzsee → Zermatt

Schwarzsee & Zermatt

1 h
2 Lifts
5 Runs

From Furgg, the Matterhorn-Express takes you to Schwarzsee, where the Zermatt Letters offer a photo opportunity. The route then follows the Weisse Perle and Stafelalp slopes to the Hirli chairlift. From there, the descent continues via Oberer Tiefbach, Weisse Perle and Blatten back to Zermatt.

2 Lifts · 5 Runs show

Sequence of the stage

  1. Schwarzsee - Furgg Closed
  2. Photo spot ZERMATT letters
  3. 51 · Weisse Perle Red run Closed
  4. 52 · Stafelalp Red run Closed
  5. Hirli Closed
  6. 53 · Oberer Tiefbach Red run Closed
  7. 51 · Weisse Perle Red run Closed
  8. 50 · Blatten Red run Closed

Interactive panoramic map

The route at a glance

The interactive panoramic map shows the Swiss-Italian Flirt route and all its stages through Matterhorn Ski Paradise.

Interactive panoramic map

Hit the slopes with the right ticket

The right ski pass

Ski pass international

The Ski pass international is required for the Matterhorn Ski Safari routes Swiss-Italian Flirt, Vertical Mission 10K and Vertical Mission 12K. It can be added as an upgrade when purchasing the Ski pass Zermatt.
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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

The Swiss-Italien Flirt is one of the red Matterhorn Ski Safari routes and is suitable for skiers who can confidently ski red slopes. The route combines varied skiing on both the Swiss and Italian sides with impressive views and Italian flair.

The International ski pass is required for this route. It can be selected as an upgrade to the regular winter ski pass during the purchase process in the online shop.

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Helmets are compulsory for all skiers on the Italian side. It is also important to check the operating hours of the lifts, particularly the last connection back to Switzerland.

Plan Maison on the Italian side is a particularly good place to stop for lunch. It offers an opportunity to enjoy a meal or an Italian coffee before continuing along the route.