Switzerland
Andermatt
Snowy village at the Gotthard crossroads; 1-2 nights for Gemsstock and the Oberalp line. Below: 2 sights, 3 activities and 1 outdoor spot, plus how Andermatt fits into a longer trip.
- Places
- 7
- Curated routes
- 1
- Best season
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- July
- Coolest month
- January
- Wettest month
- August
2 See · 3 Do · 1 Outdoors · 1 Stay
Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz
from our route notes
17°C / 62°F avg high
-4°C / 24°F avg high
about 181 mm rain
Climate: NASA POWER 2001–2025 averages.
Things to do in Andermatt
7 places from our curated routes, grouped by what you will do there. Each one has its own page with the address and full notes.
See
The landmarks we would not skip in Andermatt in Schöllenen. All 2 are free to visit.
Photo: Albinfo · CC BY 4.0SeeTeufelsbrücke
The Devil's Bridge spans the Reuss in the Schöllenen Gorge, a short way below Andermatt on the old Gotthard route.
Tip The Matterhorn Gotthard trains to Göschenen pass right beside it.
- See
Andermatt station
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn station where the Glacier Express stops between Zermatt and the Oberalp climb.
Do
Hands-on ways to spend time in Andermatt across Gurschen, Nätschen and Urseren.
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0DoGemsstock
Cable cars climb from the village to 2,961 m, serving steep north-facing runs and a viewing platform over the Alps.
Tip Check the wind forecast; the upper cable car closes in strong winds.
Photo: David Gubler · CC BY-SA 4.0DoNätschen
Sunny ski area and railway halt on the Oberalp line above Andermatt, part of the linked SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun.
Tip Gentler than Gemsstock and a good choice for beginners.
- Do
Urseren cross-country trails
Groomed cross-country ski trails run along the flat floor of the Urseren valley from Andermatt toward Hospental and Realp.
Tip Rent classic or skating gear in the village.
Outdoors
Trails, views and open space in and around Andermatt.
Photo: David Gubler · CC BY-SA 4.0OutdoorsOberalp Pass
Pass at 2,044 m between Uri and Graubünden; the road shuts in winter but trains keep running through the snow.
Tip Ride the regional train up for the view even if you are not on the Glacier Express.
Stay
Places to stay in Andermatt in Gotthardstrasse.
Photo: Adrian Michael · CC BY-SA 3.0StayThe Chedi Andermatt
Five-star hotel in timber and stone with a large spa, a short walk from the station and the Gemsstock lift.
Tip The spa pools are a good end to a cold day on the mountain.
How to fit Andermatt into a trip
Andermatt is stop 2 of 3 on our Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz route. Follow it as-is or lift Andermatt into your own plan.
Stop 2 of 3
Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz
The Glacier Express across the snowy Alps
- Trip length
- 7 days
- Best season
- Dec – Mar
- Pace
- easy
- Before: Zermatt
- Next: St. Moritz
Getting here and onward
- Zermatt to AndermattZermatt is about 92 km / 57 mi away in a straight line
- Andermatt to St. MoritzSt. Moritz is about 97 km / 60 mi away in a straight line
Distances are straight-line estimates between destination centers, not road distances.
Andermatt month by month
Average daily highs run from -4°C / 24°F in January to 17°C / 62°F in July. August is the wettest month, with about 181 mm of rain. Outlined months fall in the best season on our routes.
- Jan-4° / 24°F average high, in our recommended season
- Feb-4° / 26°F average high, in our recommended season
- Mar0° / 31°F average high, in our recommended season
- Apr4° / 40°F average high
- May10° / 50°F average high
- Jun15° / 59°F average high
- Jul17° / 62°F average high
- Aug16° / 61°F average high
- Sep12° / 54°F average high
- Oct7° / 45°F average high
- Nov1° / 34°F average high
- Dec-3° / 26°F average high, in our recommended season
Average daily highs, NASA POWER 2001–2025 averages. Andermatt weather and the best time to visit →
Near Andermatt
8 other destinations from our guides within about 200 km (124 mi), measured in a straight line.
Andermatt questions, answered
How many days do you need in Andermatt?
Our route notes suggest 1–2 nights in Andermatt. On our Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz route it is stop 2 of 3 in a 7-day trip. The listed visit times for our 7 places add up to roughly 12 hours, before travel between them, so you will need to choose.
What is Andermatt best known for?
Snowy village at the Gotthard crossroads; 1-2 nights for Gemsstock and the Oberalp line. Standouts on our list: Teufelsbrücke (The Devil's Bridge spans the Reuss in the Schöllenen Gorge, a short way below Andermatt on the old Gotthard route); Andermatt station (Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn station where the Glacier Express stops between Zermatt and the Oberalp climb); Oberalp Pass (Pass at 2,044 m between Uri and Graubünden; the road shuts in winter but trains keep running through the snow).
When is the best time to visit Andermatt?
Our Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz route is best Dec – Mar. NASA POWER 2001–2025 averages put the warmest highs in July (17°C / 62°F), the coolest in January (-4°C / 24°F) and the most rain in August (about 181 mm).
What are the best things to do in Andermatt?
Start with Gemsstock, Oberalp Pass, Nätschen, Teufelsbrücke and Urseren cross-country trails. Our guide lists 7 places in all, from 2 sights, 3 activities, 1 outdoor spot and 1 place to stay.
What is near Andermatt?
The closest destinations in our guides are Lucerne (about 53 km / 33 mi), Interlaken (about 56 km / 34 mi) and Zurich (about 85 km / 53 mi). Distances are straight-line estimates, not road distances.
Plan Andermatt with your crew
Open the Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz route in TripsCircle, invite friends with a link, settle which of these 7 places make the cut with a quick poll, then split costs and share one packing list.