What is the name of this mountain?
Wie heisst dieser Berg?
Correct answer: C
- A FinsteraarhornFinsteraarhorn
- B EigerEiger
- C MatterhornMatterhorn
- D Mont BlancMont Blanc
Why
The pointed pyramid shape near Zermatt is typical of the Matterhorn, the best-known mountain in Switzerland.
Common mistakes
- B: Eiger
- The Eiger is in the Bernese Oberland and is known for its steep north face, not for a pyramid shape.
- D: Mont Blanc
- Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps, but it lies in France and Italy.
Topic
The Alps shape Switzerland. Passes lead over the mountains. A pass is the lowest point where you can cross a mountain range. Well-known Alpine passes are the Gotthard, the Simplon and the Great St Bernard. For centuries they have connected the north with Italy. Today important roads and tunnels also run through there.
- Valais
- Graubünden
- Uri
- Ticino
- Gotthard
- Simplon
- Great St Bernard
- Dufourspitze 4634 m
- Alpine pass
- Mountain canton
Map data: BFS, BAFU, swisstopo
Switzerland at a glance
Landscape and climate
Sources
Last checked: September 2026
Question 279 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.