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Kleiner Riffelsee

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  • Location: Zermatt, Visp, Valais, Switzerland

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    August 27, 2024

    Hiking

    The Riffelsee is a little off the beaten track of Zermatt, but the Riffelseeweg (No. 21) leads directly to it. The view of the Matterhorn, the mountain of mountains, standing alone on the horizon, is overwhelming. Above it is only the universe - you will never forget this view. There is no wind and the water surface is therefore flat, especially early in the morning and late in the evening.
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    October 30, 2020

    Hiking

    The small Riffelsee is a bit west of the actual hotspot and can be recognized by the rocks in the water.

    Although it doesn't offer the well-known reflection like its "big brother", the atmosphere is at least as great and less crowded.
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    July 22, 2019

    Cycling

    Beautiful photo opportunity and not as crowded as the Riffelsee
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    Swiss Top Walk

    7.92km

    03:29

    490m

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    Hike the moderate Swiss Top Walk for 4.9 miles (7.9 km) to experience panoramic Matterhorn views, including its reflection in Riffelsee lake

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 2,730 m

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    Location: Zermatt, Visp, Valais, Switzerland

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