Riffelsee Mountain Lake and Matterhorn Panorama, Zermatt
Summer panorama of Riffelsee reflecting the Matterhorn near Zermatt, Switzerland.
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Riffelsee Mountain Lake and Matterhorn Panorama
This panoramic landscape photograph captures the Matterhorn rising above Riffelsee near Zermatt, Switzerland. Its reflection in the calm alpine lake creates a clear, balanced composition framed by rocks, sparse grass, and high mountain terrain.
Panoramic summer view of the Matterhorn reflected in Riffelsee near Zermatt, Switzerland.
The Matterhorn reflected in Riffelsee near Zermatt on a clear summer day.
13.08.2009 · Riffelberg-Trail, Zermatt, Visp, Valais/Wallis, 3920, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
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A panoramic summer landscape shows the sharply pointed Matterhorn rising behind the small alpine waters of Riffelsee near Zermatt. The calm lake reflects the mountain and surrounding rugged terrain, while rocks, sparse grass, and patches of snow frame the foreground.
Story
Taken in August from the Riffelberg-Trail near Riffelsee and Rotenboden, the image presents an eye-level view across a small alpine lake toward the pointed, snow-streaked Matterhorn. Bright daylight defines the rocky slopes, scattered boulders, sparse vegetation, and patches of snow around the water. The panorama combines a strong mountain silhouette with a natural reflection and expansive blue sky, making it suitable for editorial features, travel publishing, geographic storytelling, and landscape collections.
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A crisp panoramic alpine landscape featuring the Matterhorn reflected in Riffelsee near Zermatt. The strong reflection, rocky foreground, and clear summer light make this a versatile image for travel, editorial, and landscape-focused projects.
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FAQ – Questions about this photograph
What is shown in this photograph?
A pointed, snow-streaked Matterhorn rises behind Riffelsee and is reflected in the alpine lake.
Where was the image taken?
The photograph was taken on the Riffelberg-Trail near Riffelsee and Rotenboden, in Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland.
When was the photograph taken?
It was captured on 13 August 2009, during summer.
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