Rothorn - view over Zermatt
Rothorn has the most scenic views of the whole area. If there is enough snow the valleywards slopes down to Zermatt are the most interesting ones. As pretty as the traditional Swiss village of Zermatt is, the visitor's eye is drawn upward to the majestic peak of the famed Matterhorn, which soars up to 4,478 meters (14,692 feet). There are 29 mountains surrounding Zermatt that rise over 4,000 meters (13,200 feet). The Matterhorn Ski Paradise covers three ski areas: the Sunnegga-Rothorn, the Gornergrat, and the Klein Matterhorn. There are 250 kilometers (155 miles) of trails with 22 percent designated for beginners, 50 percent for intermediates, and 28 percent for advanced skiers.
