Riffelalp Suite 203 Above Zermatt Swizerland

Riffelalp Matterhorn Classic Suite 203

Arrived later afternoon Friday after a train segment was canceled and had to reroute via Zurich HB instead of directly through Bern, which caused a few hour delay.


The resort train from the Riffelalp stop on the Gornergrat Cogwheel up the mountain


Suite 203



Arriving by Train

The most common method of transportation to Zermatt (carless village) is by train from Visp.


The resort jacuzzi pool has the best view of the Matterhorn in Zermatt



First Class Rail car from Visp to Zermatt


Spectacular sunrise view of the Matterhorn




Sunset view of the Matterhorn


View from Room 203





Chocolate train night prior departure





Love these wall tiles in the most luxurious bathroom in Europe








Outside view of the Riffelalp


Chocolate dessert in the bar lounge


Vegan burger for dinner in the bar


Wonderful breakfast bar at the Riffelalp



Breakfast bar at the Riffelalp


Breakfast bar at the Riffelalp


Breakfast bar at the Riffelalp


Caprese Sandwich for dinner at the Riffelalp bar


Spa pool lounge


Outdoor Jacuzzi pool


Indoor pool



Path from resort to Gornergrat rail stop


























First Snow of the Season

I was lucky enough to experience the first snow of the season for the resort on 17 September 2022. Just a light dusting and it melted quickly as the beautiful weekend unfolded.


One of the many glaciers you can view from the top of the Gornergrat.


The cablecar up to the Rothorn





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