Ramble on above the tree line for stunning views past waterfalls and
wildlife. Hike alongside the brave climbers on the breathtaking trail to
the very base of the Matterhorn. Hike up the the highest peak in Europe
that can be done without a professional mountain guide. You will find it
all in 'The Walking Guide'.
Features:
-
Six gentle walks through beautiful forests and ancient villages
- Two mid-alpine rambles by mountain lakes and waterfalls
- Five high mountain hikes up into the midst of the great peaks
- Plus a bonus orientation walk through the village of Zermatt
Exclusive
Tips:
-
how and where to catch the best views of the Matterhorn and the 30 other
great mountains over 4000m/12,000ft
- where and when to find the most beautiful wildflowers
- how and where to see the most wildlife
- learn the good trails in bad weather
- how to extend a good walk further and find trail variants
- what to bring and how much you might spend
- how to avoid any crowds and find true alpine wilderness
-
Search for your ideal walk by the amount of time or effort required, how
busy or popular a walk is, the walk altitude, or search by visual
highlights and photos of each walk.
- Every walk is described in detail with clear language. No
previous experience is required.
Who
is The Walking Guide for?
Whatever your
walking experience, and whether you want one memorable hour's walk, or
enough walks to keep you going a whole summer, 'The Walking Guide' will
prove its value.
The Walking Guide presents to you the very best of Zermatt's five
valleys and 400 kilometres (250 miles) of summer trails.
If you have enjoyed the photos on this website and are visiting Zermatt,
you will love The Walking Guide. Experience the unique and ever-changing
beauty of Zermatt for yourself first hand.
How
much is The Walking Guide?
US$ 11.99 introductory price
The introductory price includes access to online content
only. The Walking Guide is not
available in a book/hardcopy
format. (All credit cards are accepted - secure server).
What
is included?
The
Walking Guide is exclusively available online as a series of user-friendly web
pages.
The
introductory price includes lifetime access to "The Walking
Guide" online. A series of well presented webpages contain detailed descriptions and unique photos of all fourteen
walks, the special tips, and several maps. If you are reading this page, you can be reading The
Walking Guide in moments..
NEW - The Walking Guide is now also
presented in Adobe Acrobat format.
Photo available in Half
Size 56kb or Full Size
208kb
Customer
comments:
I
am very happy with the Walking Guide.. It's one of the best deals I've
come across on the internet. The pictures of each walk are well worth
the price. Dan
Cordes - TX, USA
We covered a
lot of ground in a week and everyone had a great time. I fell in love
with Zermatt and have a great appreciation for the beauty of the area..
I just wanted to extend my thanks for the effort you have put into
offering this great point of reference to the rest of the world.
J.
Luttgens
My
compliments for a very good & detailed walking guide!
A. Cordina - Malta
Found The
Walking Guide very useful.
G.Kleeman - Australia
Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is
the Walking Guide available as a printed book or hardcopy?
- No. The volume of sales is not large enough to justify a printed
edition. Advantages to the consumer of an 'online edition' include free
updates, a far cheaper price, and the knowledge the guide was written
exclusively for a small number of individuals like you.
Can
I print out the Walking Guide?
- Yes, please do for your own purpose. Indeed if you wish a hardcopy,
you must print the guide yourself. It can be printed from any internet
capable computer with a printer. The guide is presented in the same
format as this page, if you wish to do a test printout. The Guide is
now also presented in Adobe Acrobat format, as some people prefer it for offline viewing and
printing.
What
time of year are the walks open?
- Six of the gentle village and forest walks are open
year-round, another walk from May to November. The two mid-alpine walks open from
June to October, and the five high mountain walks from July to
late-September.
Is
anything else required - apart from The Walking Guide?
No special equipment or experience is required. The guide covers
everything from gentle walks up to strenuous hikes. Only a good pair of
walking shoes/boots is recommended for the more challenging hikes.
A few of the more challenging high mountain hikes may require the use of
one's hands on short sections, but this is a guide for walkers, not
climbers. No additional map or purchase in Zermatt would be required.
How
big is The walking Guide?
The guide consists of approximately fifty pages of text, three maps,
and hundreds of unique photos
to help you choose your ideal walk or hike.
Why should I pay for information on the internet? Why is there a charge
for the Walking Guide?
- It is our nature to share what we love - simply for the joy of
sharing. At the same time The Walking Guide represents months of
dedicated work. As long as money is a necessary commodity in the world,
we must request something in return for our efforts
bringing Zermatt's best directly to you.
$12
is a small investment in yourself. Are you worth it? We hope your purchase
represents some of the best value of your whole trip to these awesome
mountains. For with the Walking Guide you will truly see the most
jaw-droppingly beautiful aspects of this unique area. No
printed guidebook has this level of detailed local expertise.
It might help to also put the price in some perspective - Switzerland is not a cheap destination.
A trip up to the lookout at Klein Matterhorn costs US$40 per person,
an average hotel will cost US$70 per person, per night. To buy a
map of the Zermatt area costs US$15 - and that doesn't help you know
which walks are the most beautiful, how difficult they are, when they
are open, what you might need, how much time they require, and if they are suitable for you.
Finally,
your purchase is also a powerful gift of gratitude to me.
Alone, I have worked with great love and creativity to share the best of
Zermatt and the Matterhorn. I really appreciate the financial
support - for me and the future development of this website.
Any
further questions or comments about The Walking Guide?
Send
an email
[ top of page ]
