Historical sites in Valais

Among Zermatt’s historical buildings, it is the Hotel Monte Rosa that embodies the story of the first ascent of the Matterhorn. The resort’s hotel tradition also began here.

The Grand Hotel Zermatterhof has been a landmark at the heart of Zermatt since 1879. The citizens of Zermatt constructed the hotel themselves, without payment.

During the visit you will discover the miller's house, his living environment and the museum of antique tools. Several exhibitions about hemp and it's uses, as well as wood and the timber industry are offered to visitors.

The mountaineers’ cemetery is a moving reminder of the accidents that have occurred in the mountains around Zermatt. The tranquil site is a memorial to all climbers who have lost their lives here.

Built in 1862, the Mont Cervin Palace is one of Zermatt’s most historic buildings. The 5-star hotel with the greatest number of rooms in Zermatt was known as the Mont Cervin hotel until 2004. Today, the name of Mont Cervin Palace is known worldwide.

Die Antoniuskapelle Klosi in Naters wurde 1750 eingeweiht.

Der Adler ist das Wahrzeichen des Simplons.

Das von Napoleon erbaute Hospiz Simplon ist das grösste Passhospiz der Alpen, es kann bis zu 130 Gäste beherbergen.