Zermatt Scavenger Hunt: The Great Swizztery: A High-Altitude Hunt in Zermatt
Get ready for a scavenger hunt adventure through Zermatt Downtown, the heart of Swiss Alps Paradise! Gather your team and dive into interactive riddles, photo missions, and creative challenges as you explore iconic landmarks. The hunt is flexible, competitive, and the ultimate sightseeing walking tour—perfect for locals and visitors alike.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Zermatt. This top rated Zermatt Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.52 miles and has 8 stops.
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Activity Info: The Great Swizztery: A High-Altitude Hunt in Zermatt
Zermatt is a true Valais Jewel—a car-free mountain resort at the base of Toblerone Peak Town. This Alpine Adventure Hub blends breathtaking views with rich Swiss heritage, making every stroll unforgettable. Start your journey in lively Zermatt Downtown! On this walking tour, uncover city center gems like Stein Blatten, Matterhorn Museum, Ibex Fountain, Friendship Cities Monuments, and more. Solve riddles, tackle fun missions with your crew, snap photos by Edward Whymper’s statue or along Hinterdorfstrasse. Whether you are a local seeking new thrills or a visitor wanting to experience Gornergrat Gateway up close, the Zermatt Scavenger Hunt delivers teamwork-driven excitement. Discover hidden stories while competing in memorable challenges across Glacier Paradise Town!
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Matterhorn Museum
There is a world beneath the streets of Zermatt where tales of mountains and adventure await discovery. This unique museum draws you underground to explore the mountain's mysteries, from ancient times to the golden era of climbing. Secrets of Zermatt are just below your feet.
Stein Blatten
Just outside the village core, discover a tranquil hamlet frozen in time, where wooden barns and a tiny chapel reflect Zermatt’s quiet resilience and faith. Every log and stone carries a story from the valley’s earliest families.
The Alphorn
At the entrance to town hall, a sweeping bronze instrument stretches to the mountain air. This sculpture intertwines Zermatt's alpine soundscape and it's history, making everyone pause and listen to echoes of adventure. Find the story in this extraordinary horn.
Edward Whymper
Set out in the heart of Zermatt to step back into the golden age of alpinism, where one epic mountain climb changed the fate of this Alpine village forever. Let us meander to a spot where legends took their first steps towards the sky. Every brick here whispers stories of daring and dreams.
Friendship Cities Monuments
Explore Zermatt’s collection of international friendship, where artful markers celebrate mountain communities from far and wide. Global stories have found a place in the streets of this Alpine resort.
Ibex Fountain
Amid village buzz, a majestic mountain ibex rises in bronze, celebrating the wild spirit of Switzerland. Let us meander to this beloved symbol and enjoy a moment by the waters of Zermatt wildness.
Hinterdorfstrasse
Venture down the oldest street in Zermatt, where sun-aged timbers, stone slabs, and ingenious ancient architecture reveal daily life from centuries past. Every footstep brings you closer to the roots of The Alpine Jewel.
Zermatt Origins
Step into Zermatt’s old meadow heart, where traditions run deep and every path tells of transformation from a humble farm community to a mountaineering legend. Feel the legacy of those who shaped today’s Alpine Wonderland.
How the Zermatt Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and hit Zermatt Downtown—no reservations needed! The Let's Roam app guides you through city center streets as you solve riddles and complete photo challenges on this scavenger hunt adventure. Earn points for every mission completed with your team. Compete on our leaderboard while discovering hidden gems in the heart of Swiss Alps Paradise—all at your own pace!
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: Zermatt, Switzerland
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 2.45 KM (1.52 Mi)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Zermatt Scavenger Hunt High Score
Ready to climb to the top? On the Zermatt Scavenger Hunt leaderboard, each player gets interactive trivia and photo challenges at places like Matterhorn Museum and Ibex Fountain. Work together to solve clever riddles around Stein Blatten or Hinterdorfstrasse for a shot at ultimate bragging rights in Alpine Adventure Hub!
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Reviews for Zermatt Scavenger Hunt: The Great Swizztery: A High-Altitude Hunt in Zermatt
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
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