Zermatt
Switzerland · Valais · 1608 m
Description
Zermatt is a car-free mountain resort in the Swiss canton of Valais, located at the foot of the world-famous Matterhorn, and is one of the most renowned destinations in the Swiss Alps. The historic alpine village is celebrated for its breathtaking mountain scenery, the iconic pyramid-shaped Matterhorn, and its unique blend of traditional alpine charm, luxury hospitality, and world-class tourism infrastructure. Zermatt is known for its extensive hiking and skiing areas, the Gornergrat Railway, Europe's highest mountain station on the Klein Matterhorn, and year-round panoramic views of glaciers and numerous 4,000-meter peaks. Whether for hiking, mountaineering, winter sports, or simply enjoying the spectacular alpine landscape, Zermatt combines natural beauty, alpine heritage, and international appeal, making it one of Europe's premier mountain destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 6 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: July – August or December – February
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- Dec
Highlights
- Matterhorn
- Gornergrat Railway
- Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (Klein Matterhorn)
- Gornergrat
- Zermatt Village
- Matterhorn Museum – Zermatlantis
- Mountaineers' Cemetery
- Sunnegga
- Five Lakes Walk
- Riffelsee
- Riffelberg
- Rothorn
- Matterhorn Viewpoint at Kirchbrücke
- Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge(Day trip)
- Schwarzsee
- Gorner Gorge
- Hörnli Hut
- Breithorn
- Glacier Palace
- Year-round Glacier Skiing
- Matterhorn Alpine Crossing
- Täsch(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Zermatt