Things to do in Andermatt

Old Town

The historic old town includes century old houses, narrow streets and the river Reuss. Traffic is limited and strolling through the old town reminds one of the past where once the Postal Carriages started their journey over the Gotthard Pass. Beautiful patrician houses line the main road through the village and visitors will find cozy cafes, restaurant and small boutique hotels.

New Village

On the other side of the river and close to the train station and the base station of Gemstock you will find the new part of Andermatt. Buildings are designed to resemble different architectural styles of Switzerland and large squares invite to linger. The Radisson SAS Hotel Reussen is the perfect hotel to stay at in the new Village.

Mountain Passes and Touring

Andermatt is ideally situated for touring Switzerland and for crossing the Gotthard Pass – one of the main passage ways over the Alps between Northern and Southern Europe, and of historic significance to travel and trade. Other mountain passes also start in Andermatt and include Furka and Oberalp.

Ursern Valley Museum

The Ursern Museum in Andermatt is located in a beautiful patrician house built in 1786. It opened in 1991 and includes domestic culture, valley and cultural history, tourism, military, Alpine economy and fauna, muleteer trading and the career of Andermatt native ski legend Bernhard Russi.

Sasso San Gottardo Fortress

Once top secret and built to defend Switzerland this military fortress is a unique place in the legendary heart of Switzerland. It is one of the largest and most impressive underground defense structures which can be visited. Open June to October every year.

Glacier Express

Andermatt is approximately the middle of the Glacier Express scenic train ride between St. Moritz and Zermatt. You could interrupt your Glacier Express journey after about 4 hours, and stay in Andermatt for a night! It is probably one of the most famous experiences in Switzerland, providing spectacular panoramic views, and including passages over bridges and through tunnels.

Skiing

The ski area of Andermatt-Sedrun-Disentis is the largest in Central Switzerland. It unites three places and offers unlimited snow fun and attractive slopes for every level. The ski lift at Realp is also back in operation - perfect for families as well as ski and snowboard beginners of all ages.

Hiking

The area boasts over 500 km of hiking trails, numerous mountain lakes, and the historical Schöllenen Gorge with the famous Devil's Bridge.

Golf

The golf course is where once a military training facility was located. This 18-hole golf course is located a few minutes away from Andermatt and meats international tournament standards. It was not only developed with ecology in mind, but it is also outstandingly incorporated into the natural landscape of the Ursern Valley.

Gotthard Pass and Tunnel

The Gotthard Pass is of significant historic importance to Switzerland. The old pass road connects northern and southern Switzerland since the 12th century. In 1980 a 17km long road tunnel was opened which still is one of the longest in the world. In 2016 the 57.7km long Gotthard base tunnel was opened for trains.

Excursions from Andermatt

Lake Lucerne
Altdorf, the Capital of the State of Uri and Flüelen, on the other end of Lake Lucerne can be reached from Andermatt in less than one hour. A ride on a historic paddle wheel steamer is priceless on a sunny day. Lucerne can be reached in 3 hours from Flüelen.

Susten Pass/Meiringen
The Susten Pass and Meiringen can be reached via Wassen. The pass road takes you over the pass and along many scenic spots with gorgeous vistas including the Stein Glacier. Meiringen is a smaller destination offering quaint streets and natural attractions such as the Aare Gorge and the Reichenbach Falls.

Disentis
In close proximity to Andermatt you will find Disentis, or Muster as it is called in Romansch. Famous for its Benedictine monastery founded in 720. Apart from outdoor activities, the village offers warm hospitality and many culinary delights such as Capuns (chard rolls).