The Matterhorn reflected in Lake Stellisee at sunrise, Zermatt, Switzerland Jan 10, 2026

Few sights capture the spirit of the Alps like the Matterhorn mirrored in Lake Stellisee"s glassy waters. Rising about 4,500 metres on the Swiss-Italian border, this legendary peak has long symbolised natural beauty and adventure, drawing climbers, hikers and dreamers from every corner of the globe.

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