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Heliski in Testa Grigia

Switzerland · Zermatt · Plateau Rosa

Heliski Testa Grigia

3,480 m · ~1,800 m (pistes) vertical

Testa Grigia / Plateau Rosa connects Zermatt with the Italian corridor: flight to ~3,480 m and descent on pistes toward Plateau Rosa and, depending on conditions, the Cervinia sector. First-tracks product, not off-piste.

Summit
3,480 m
Vertical
~1,800 m (pistes)
Border
Switzerland · Italy
Format
First tracks

Testa Grigia and Plateau Rosa

Logistics may include lift return or ski-back depending on border opening and pass; confirm conditions on flight day.

Testa Grigia (Plateau Rosa, ~3,400–3,480 m) is Air Zermatt's high first-tracks drop: Swiss–Italian border and start of Matterhorn ski paradise. The helicopter drops you at elevation to be among the first on piste. About 10 minutes from the Zermatt helipad, no guide. Lift pass not included.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Depends on piste opening and border; some days descend toward Plateau Rosa with option to continue into the Italian sector.

No. Testa Grigia is first tracks on pistes; off-piste Monte Rosa heliski uses different landings with mandatory guide.

Heliski activities in Testa Grigia