The Hornlie ridge

Wet & cloudy at first so went to museum. However cleared mid morning so dashed up in gondola to try walk to Hornlie hut. 2/3 up ridge started to snow & decided best to retreat, so this is as close as I got to the Matterhorn.

Zermatt

Finally, approach Zermatt. Drop down through Sunnegga ski area & some alpine houses to town. Zermatt is bustling. Great to complete the trek but a real contrast from some of the peaceful & isolated places have stayed in over the past days.

Avalanche protection

Pass through a tunnel at one point & under these sections to protect from falling rocks. Otherwise a pleasant walk with great views up valley towards Zermatt.

Another bridge!

Cross another steel bridge where a rock fall has destroyed the path. This one has Tibetan style prayer flags on it which isn't very reassuring, but is quite secure.

Europahutte

Reach the hut at last, perched on stilts on the hillside. Spectacular location, straight across from the Weisshorn, Sitting on terrace with a beer, enjoying the superlative view.

Suspension bridge

A landslip has destroyed the path here and I have to cross this slightly wobbly bridge. There's am even longer one after the hut due to a recent skis.

Weisshorn

The path is rough & loose in places, but the views are sensational, dominated by the Weisshorn, but also with the Matterhorn in the distance.