Matterhorn Hörnligrat
Switzerland · Valais Alps
One of the Alps' most iconic climbs, ascending the classic Hörnligrat (Hornli Ridge) of the Matterhorn (4478 m).
Generating AI safety verdict…
Snow Warning
Snowfall expected. Roads may be slippery.
Trailhead Conditions
Valais Alps, Switzerland · 1620m
Thursday, November 5 at 9:41 AM
Feels like 0°C
Fog
Humidity
97%
Wind
8 km/h SSE
Gusts
8 km/h
Pressure
1027 hPa
Dew Point
-3°C
Cloud Cover
100%
Visibility
10.0 km
Precip
0 mm
48-Hour Forecast
14-Day Forecast
Is Matterhorn Hörnligrat safe to hike right now?
The AI safety verdict above is updated every 4 hours using live weather data from MET Norway at both the trailhead (1,620m) and the summit (4,478m). A GO verdict means current conditions are suitable for the trek. CAUTION means proceed with awareness of specific risk factors shown above. NO-GO means conditions are currently inadvisable — check back after the weather window passes.
How difficult is Matterhorn Hörnligrat?
Matterhorn Hörnligrat is rated technical. It requires technical mountaineering skills including crampon use, rope work, and experience with exposed ridge lines. Hire a certified mountain guide. The typical completion time is 2 days for a short trek.
What is the elevation of Matterhorn Hörnligrat?
The trailhead starts at 1,620 metres above sea level in Valais Alps, Switzerland. The summit or highest point reaches 4,478 metres — a net elevation gain of 2,858 metres. At this altitude, altitude sickness (AMS) is possible — ascend gradually and rest if symptoms appear.
What gear do I need for Matterhorn Hörnligrat?
The packing list in the AI verdict above is tailored to the current forecast. As a baseline for Matterhorn Hörnligrat in Switzerland: crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet, ropes, and a certified mountain guide are required in addition to standard alpine kit.
Weather data: MET Norway Locationforecast 2.0 (CC BY 4.0) · AI verdicts by Anthropic Claude