What to see, what to do
à Zermatt

Travel guide Zermatt

Perched at 1,620 metres, Zermatt is the starting point for tourists heading for the Matterhorn mountain, one of the most famous peaks in the Swiss Alps.

Zermatt was a small mountain village until the successful ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865; since then, it has been a destination of choice for mountaineers and tourists alike.

The train is the easiest way to get to Zermatt from major cities such as Zurich and Geneva. The town is car-free, which adds to its charm.

Accommodation

You'll find a wide choice of accommodation, from luxury to traditional chalets.

Gastronomy

Rösti, local cheese

What is there to see? What to do?

Matterhorn, Gornergrat Bahn, Klein Matterhorn

The village centre, Bahnhofstrasse for shopping.

Skiing, hiking, paragliding

The Forest Fun adventure park for children.

Zermatt Unplugged music festival in April.

Activities

Shopping

Sports shops for mountaineering and skiing equipment.

Nightlife

Most of the nightlife revolves around après-ski bars and local pubs such as the Papperla Pub.

Did you know?

The city is car-free.
There is a church dedicated to the fallen mountaineers.
The Matterhorn is one of the most photographed mountains in the world.
The region boasts over 300km of hiking trails.
Local cheese is a key ingredient in most dishes.

Tips and tricks
Remember to buy the Swiss Travel Pass for transport.
Restaurants book up quickly, so remember to book in advance.
In summer, the region offers some excellent walks; bring good shoes.

Take a trip around the village on the little electric train for a panoramic view.

Hello, my name is Hulrich, and I'm passionate about nature and the mountains. I'm 35 years old and I've been lucky enough to spend a large part of my life exploring the hidden wonders of Switzerland, and Zermatt in particular. It's a town I never tire of, with each visit revealing a new secret or beauty to admire. The first time I set foot in Zermatt, I was dazzled by the majesty of the Matterhorn, a mountain that dominates the landscape and seems to touch the sky.

Hulrich M.

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