Mattertal

valley, Switzerland

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The Mattertal is a valley in the Valais canton of southern Switzerland, situated at the foot of the Matterhorn. The town of Zermatt is located at the head of this valley. Zermatt is a year-round resort known for its stunning mountain and glacier views, making it a popular destination for mountaineering and winter sports. The valley is accessible by rail, but automobiles are not permitted within Zermatt itself. The Mattertal is part of the larger Alpine region of Switzerland, which is characterized by dramatic mountain peaks and is a significant source of major European rivers.123

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…overlooking the valley called the Mattertal; the Dom (14,912 feet [4,545 meters]), above the village of Saas Fee; and the ice-sculpted Matterhorn (14,691 feet [4,478 meters]), long a symbol of Switzerland. The northern and southern Swiss Alps are separated by the trough formed by the Rhône and upper Rhine valleys,…
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…overlooking the valley called the Mattertal; the Dom (14,912 feet [4,545 meters]), above the village of Saas Fee; and the ice-sculpted Matterhorn (14,691 feet [4,478 meters]), long a symbol of Switzerland. The northern and southern Swiss Alps are separated by the trough formed by the Rhône and upper Rhine valleys,…
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