Location
Car is not necessary
About Zermatt
Winter skiing in Zermatt
Skiing in Zermatt is on a vast scale with a total of 350 kilometres of pistes. In addition there is easy accessibility to the neighbouring Italian resorts of Cervinia and Valtournenche. The scenery is fabulous and most always within sight is the Matterhorn. There are enough slopes for beginners and many slopes and off-piste possibilities for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Ski Schools in Zermatt
Zermatt has a number of ski and snowboard schools. Please don’t hesitate to ask us for our recommendations.
Winter hiking in Zermatt
There are 45 kilometres of winter hiking trails in Zermatt, making it also an ideal winter destination for non-skiers.
Mountain restaurants in Zermatt
Zermatt is home to some of the world’s best mountain restaurants with an incredible selection to suit all tastes and budgets. Mountain restaurants specialise in lunches and reservations are advisable. We are happy to give recommendations and make reservations.
Paragliding past the Matterhorn
There are two professional tandem paragliding companies in Zermatt that offer flights from several of the peaks surrounding Zermatt (including Klein Matterhorn when the weather conditions are right). Floating past the Matterhorn is an experience that shouldn't be missed.
Summer skiing in Zermatt
Enjoy 20 kilometres of summer ski pistes on the Theodul glacer. Skiing and snowboarding is possible 365 days of the year which can only be found in Zermatt. Equipment including clothing can be rented.
Mountain biking in Zermatt
Zermatt is a great place to mountain bike and quality mountain bikes can be hired from several shops around Zermatt.
Summer Hiking in Zermatt
There are over 400 kilometres of hiking trails around Zermatt from easy 30 minute hikes to all day hikes for the more adventurous. Maps and tips will be given on arrival.
Activities near Zermatt
Local sports activities |
On-site: Walking
Within 15 minutes: Mountain biking, Swimming, Horse riding, Climbing, Fishing, Cycling, Skiing, Tennis
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Local leisure activities |
Within 15 minutes: Food shop, Restaurant, Shopping
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Great for |
Walking holiday, Sight-seeing, Good night life, Cycling holiday, Summer holidays, Ski Holidays |