Monte Rosa is the highest peak in Switzerland, rising to 4,634 metres as the summit of the Monte Rosa massif. It is also known as the Dufourspitze, a name taken from General Guillaume-Henri Dufour, and it sits in the Valais region of southern Switzerland, close to the town of Zermatt.
What kind of visit it makes
Monte Rosa is a mountain rather than a sight you can simply walk up to. It is a challenging mountaineering destination, and reaching its summit calls for experience, good conditions and proper preparation. Most visitors come to see it from below, taking in the scale of the massif and the surrounding high Alpine landscape.
Around the mountain
- Zermatt, the village at its foot, is the natural base for any trip to the massif.
- The wider Valais region offers a wide range of mountain scenery and outdoor activities.
- Anyone planning to climb should seek up-to-date guidance from local mountain professionals before setting out.
Planning a visit
The address is Zermatt, Valais 3920, Switzerland. For enquiries, the contact number is +41 27 966 81 00. Because conditions on a peak of this height can change quickly, it is worth checking with local sources before any ascent.
