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Property Overview
On a small plateau above Zermatt, the Riffelalp Resort 2222m has the distinction of being Europe’s highest luxury hotel. Built in 1884 as a summer-only enclave, the property enjoys such a lofty location that it's one of the few hotels in the world that is unreachable by car. Throughout the 19th century, Europe’s high society would check into the Riffelalp for six weeks at a time to relax and rejuvenate. Today, ski and nature lovers take advantage of the mild microclimate and unique location in the heart of the Gornergrat skiing and hiking area. The region has a nine-hole golf course. Dining options includes The Alexandre, Walliserkeller, Ristorante al Bosco, Mark Twain Lounge and Dine Around.
Property Highlights
1 / Dining
Choose from two elegant restaurants at lunch and three at dinner, all with spectacular alpine views, or sample restaurants in town with the Dine Around offer.
2 / Location
At 2,222 meters above sea level and only reacheable by train, Riffelalp is situated on a tranquil alpine plateau and boasts eye-level views of the famed Matterhorn.
3 / Recreation
Nestled in the heart of the Gornergrat skiing and hiking district, Riffelalp offers ski in/ski out access to the area's 360 km of slopes.
Property Highlights
1 / Dining
Choose from two elegant restaurants at lunch and three at dinner, all with spectacular alpine views, or sample restaurants in town with the Dine Around offer.
2 / Location
At 2,222 meters above sea level and only reacheable by train, Riffelalp is situated on a tranquil alpine plateau and boasts eye-level views of the famed Matterhorn.
3 / Recreation
Nestled in the heart of the Gornergrat skiing and hiking district, Riffelalp offers ski in/ski out access to the area's 360 km of slopes.
Rooms
Features
- Total Rooms: 65
- Total Suites: 5
- Outdoor Playground
- Ski Rental
- Bowling
- Ice Skating
- Curling - nearby
- Paragliding - nearby
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Meetings & Events
- 100% Smoke Free
- Children's Programs
- Fitness Center
- Snow Skiing
- Spa
- Swimming Pool(s)
- Tennis Resort
- Wedding Chapel
- Wine region
Local Information
Riffelalp Resort 2222m
3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
3-hours from Geneva Airport
(Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Switzerland, UK) Call 00800 10 10 11 11
(USA & Canada) Call 1 800 745 8883
(Japan) Call 0120-086-230 toll free (Japan Only)
(Italy) Call 800 822 005
All Other Countries41
country dialing code
GMT+1
time zone
Awards & Accolades
Local Recommendations
Best Family Activity
This “tree-to-tree” park has ropes, bridges and zip lines strung between the trees for a thrilling aerial test of coordination and balance. www.zermatt-fun.ch.
What to Buy
The Valais produces excellent wines, charcuterie and farmhouse cheeses; pick up a selection for a perfect Alpine picnic at any of the gourmet food shops around town.
Best Restaurant Classic
This cozy, traditional restaurant serves authentic Swiss fare, like spit-roasted chicken, in the more formal Grill Room and fondue and rösti in the casual Zermatterstübli. www.legitan.ch.
Museum Must-See
This innovative, interactive museum is underground and features a rebuilt mountain village whose spaces tell the story of one of the world’s most famous mountains. Kirchplatz; (+41-27) 967-4100.
Top Architecture Find
This modern marvel at the foot of Monte Rosa, owned by the Swiss Alpine Club, is shaped like a crystal and has a spectacular spiral interior made entirely of wood.
Three Top Sights
Walk to the Oberrothorn, the highest hiking trail in the area, then ascend to the glacier paradise of the Klein Matterhorn. The Gornergrat ridge offers views of 29 4,000-feet peaks.
Reading Suggestion
This cookbook from 29 award-winning chefs (all part of the Cercle Chefs de Cuisine Zermatt) features more than 85 recipes of some of their most creative work.
Owner Information:
Riffelalp Resort AGc/o Riffelalp Resort 2222m, Riffelalp, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
T: (+41) 27 966 05 55 F: (+41) 27 966 05 05