This morning we rose a bit earlier than yesterday morning, having to be at breakfast at 6:45 in order to leave Crans-Montana at 7:45 so that we could make it to Zermatt in time for a full day of fun and adventures there. We left and all instantly fell asleep on the bus because of the very late night last night because of the concert and the early morning this morning because we needed to leave early. I settled in, listening to some good music, and found myself shutting my eyes for the trip along with everyone else and then waking up about an hour later at the entrance to the railroad that would take us up to Zermatt, because the bus couldn’t make it up the windy roads to the town itself.
Once in Zermatt, we had about two hours to talk around, look in stores, and buy some food for a picnic lunch that we would then eat once we ascended the mountain to see the Matterhorn. I decided to buy a swiss army knife, because that is a very swiss thing to get from Switzerland, plus they were having a sale because all of us were there! So, I picked out my knife and ordered it, and they said that I could pick it up later in the day about 2 pm because it would be engraved. I put in my order and then continued to walk around the shops. We did see a watch that was 34,000 (yes, you read that right) dollars, but unfortunately I don’t think I could quite afford that one! Maybe next time...
From here we boarded the cog railroad that was to take us up to the top of the mountain at Zermott so we could see the Matterhorn. The railroad literally ascended THROUGH the inside of the mountain, which was a cool and new experience. It was almost like the Matterhorn ride at Disneyland! Once at the top, the view was incredible. I know I have used that word a lot but it simply describes it perfectly! We could see the majestic and mighty Matterhorn across the valley from where we stood, and it was amazing. It wasn’t too shrouded by clouds, so we had a very nice view of it to take pictures. After all of the picture taking was over, we found a nice picnic table where we could enjoy the apples, gruyere cheese, ham, and fresh bread that we bought earlier at the grocery store. It was a delicious lunch in front of an amazing sight! After lunch, we decided to go back down the mountain after soaking in the last couple minutes of the gorgeous view to pick up our knives. However, when we got down they were not ready yet! So that gave us some time to explore the town and look at some other spots to shop, such as the Swatch shop! We have been told that Swatches are a very nice souvenir because they are not only some of the best quality watches in the world, but to buy one in Switzerland is very special! I liked them a lot, so I tried a couple on, and then made the decision to buy one. Now, as long as I don’t buy any major things in any of the countries, I should be able to afford it :) I do not regret my purchase at all to this second!
After having a couple more minutes to walk around the town, we had to (very sadly) get back on the railroad to bring us back to the bus. As it was on the way down, we all instantly fell asleep on the bus as we drove away from the matchless beauty and adorable spunk of the Matterhorn and Zermott.
Now we have a small bit of free time before we have our big cheese fondue party tonight, so I am writing this now. Pictures and info from the fondue will be posted tomorrow! Now off to the party...
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