Blauherd

Blauherd is a mountain station positioned at 2,571 meters high, serving as a central access point to numerous hiking trails and ski slopes. From here, visitors can reach various alpine destinations and access a network of well-marked routes and descents.

The opening of this station in the 20th century made this section of the Swiss Alps accessible to tourists and locals. The transport system was expanded to bring more people to these heights and develop the region.

The station serves as a gathering point where hikers and skiers share the mountain landscape throughout the year. People use it as a base for exploring the high Alps and connecting with the surrounding nature.

Visitors reach the station via modern cable cars and funiculars from Zermatt in about 20 minutes. The paths are well-built, but weather at this altitude can shift quickly, so proper clothing is essential.

From here starts the well-known Five Lakes Walk, which leads hikers past five different mountain lakes that each offer different views of the surrounding peaks. Each lake reflects the mountain landscape under varying light conditions, showing multiple perspectives of the same panorama.