Zermatt ski resort is one of the most renowned world-class resorts in the Alps. It's a winter resort with an enviable snow record, large international ski area, authentic Swiss village feel and a vibrant town centre lined with quality restaurants and shops. Zermatt is a village with a rich mountaineering history and has long since welcomed tourists to discover the natural beauty of the region, while exploring and challenging themselves in outdoor activity. Skiing in Zermatt has been a major draw for the village for decades and its extensive network of slopes sees thousands of visitors each year, from family ski holidays in Zermatt to world cup downhill competitions.
Skiing In Zermatt
The Matterhorn Ski Paradise which is accessed with your Zermatt ski pass is an extensive ski area, stretching from the Rothorn Paradise (3,103m) and Gornergrat (3,089m) to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (Klein Matterhorn, 3,883m) and Schwarzsee Paradise (2,583m). The Zermatt lift pass also connects you to the Italian ski resort of Breuil-Cervinia, meaning you can enjoy a ski into Italy for lunch.
Skiing in Zermatt is exceptional for many reasons. Zermatt has the highest ski resort lift access point in Europe, and Zermatt snow conditions are amongst the best in Europe. With lots of good red run skiing in the Rothorn area amongst others, Zermatt is an ideal resort for intermediate skiers. For advanced skiers, there are many challenges to enjoy. The National, one of the longest black runs in the Alps, runs from the Blauherd back almost to resort level and is an exhilarating test when skiing Zermatt. There is also the No. 59 piste in Zermatt/Cervinia that has a vertical drop of 250m in a distance of just over 750 metres. Its steepest point is a 65% gradient. For novice skiers in Zermatt, there are well groomed pistes that will suit your level.
Holidays In Zermatt
If you are looking for more than just skiing, there are endless options available for a non-skier in Zermatt. In town, centred around Bahnhofstrasse, Zermatt village offers a top-class shopping experience, with an amazing variety of shops. For entertainment choices in Zermatt, you could consider the Vernissage which is a cinema, concert venue and club, all in one. There are also a number of pools and wellness facilities in Zermatt, as well a museum and sport centre.
Zermatt ski holidays are also famed for their culinary experiences. While skiing in Zermatt, there are over 50 mountain restaurants offering piste-side locations to replenish your energy levels with a course of hearty local dishes. Back in town, evening meal options are not in short supply either, with over 100 restaurants in Zermatt to choose from. These restaurants offer a wide range of food, from Michelin star rated kitchens offering high-quality international cuisine to traditional restaurants specialising in local Swiss dishes. There is even choice for various Zermatt après-ski venues, with dozens of bars offering a buzzing atmosphere, live music and dancing. Late in the evening a handful of nightclubs, keep the parties going 'til late. At the end of each ski season, Zermatt Unplugged, hosts major musicians and artists in a festival on the slopes.
Travelling to Zermatt is an experience in itself, where visitors can get to Zermatt by taking a short breathtaking journey on the iconic red Zermatt train which leaves from the hamlet of Täsch. On arrival in the village centre, cobbled streets, horse-drawn carriages and charming traditional mountain huts, create a picture-perfect scene, while the imposing Matterhorn, a national icon of Switzerland, towers above. Zermatt ski resort is unique, due to the fact it is a car-free ski resort, making a truly tranquil setting, allowing you to enjoy the town's lifestyle at a safe and slower pace. To get around town, free electric buses, or alternatively electric taxis, connect all the main lift stations, making it easy to navigate. The mountain lifts are also pedestrian-friendly, allowing you to visit the panoramic viewpoints, glacier, ice caves and mountaintop museums, even as a non-skier. On and off the pistes, a ski holiday in Zermatt has pretty much everything you could ask for!
Luxury Accommodation in Zermatt
When considering where to stay in Zermatt, there are an abundance of quality accommodation options to meet your requirements. Luxury chalets in Zermatt range from breathtaking standalone chalets with the finest furnishings, finish and facilities to more traditional, cosy alpine-style chalets and apartments. Consider Zermatt's luxury chalets with hot tubs or swimming pools for a serene escape, or select a Zermatt chalet with Matterhorn views to marvel at the majesty of the mountains. Self-catered apartments in Zermatt also provide a good option for those wishing to be centrally located and come with contemporary styles and often shared spa facilities too. A luxury chalet holiday in Zermatt offers options for all, whether a family ski holiday or group of friends, keen to savour every minute on the slopes!
