Activities

Matterhorn Museum Zermatlantis

The subterranean world of Zermatlantis, the Matterhorn Museum, reveals the history of the village of Zermatt. Attractions include original houses, a multimedia room and finds from the first ascent of the Matterhorn.

- Ideal for families

- Wheelchair-accessible

- Audio guide in German, English, French, Japanese

- Books and souvenirs

- Museum flyers

- Special exhibitions

- Cultural events

- Can be rented for events, aperitif etc. outside the opening times

- Dogs not allowed

Description

A sunken world opens up under the glass roof next to the village church: Zermatlantis. Visitors are immersed in the old Zermatt of the 19th century and experience the golden age of alpinism, which included the first ascent of the Matterhorn.

The display charts the development of Zermatt from a mountain farming village to a world-renowned Alpine mountain destination. This is staged with original houses, re-enactments of life at the time, historical facts and objects, information boards, film screenings and changing exhibitions. A FASCINATING PIECE OF CONTEMPORARY HISTORY.

Various short films are shown in the multi-vision room.

Highlights

  • The snapped rope from the first ascent (original, 1865)

  • Effects of the climbers who perished on the first ascent

  • Stone axe from the Neolithic Age (3000–5000 BC)

  • Finds and remains of the “Söldner” mercenary (approx. 16th century)

Duration

This activity lasts on average 1:00 h