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Zermatt

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97 % Recommendation rate:

Resort 9.2
Ski area 9.5

Ski area Zermatt

Information about the ski area

Highest point: 3,883 m Pistes in total: 200 km
Lowest point: 1,562 m
Pistes:
32 km
Altitude ski resort: 1,608 m
Pistes:
117 km
Lifts in total: 32
Pistes:
51 km
Gondola lift: 15
Chair lifts: 8
Tow lifts: 9

Ski area Zermatt

With the lift pass "Zermatt" you can ski on 200 km of fine pistes in the ski region Zermatt-Matterhorn, which also comprises 32 modern lift systems, among which includes the highest 3S lift in the world. It's all about superlatives in this marvellous area: at an altitude of approx. 4,000 m, the large Matterhorn glacier paradise is the highest ski area in the Alps. The highest lift at Klein Matterhorn takes you up to 3,883 m and thus to the highest mountain station in Europe. From up here you have a fantastic panorama over 38 Alpine giants and 14 glaciers. The glacier ski area Zermatt-Matterhon is one of the most popular ski resorts in Switzerland, not only because of its diversity and snow-certainty all year long. The longest slope as a total length of 25 km, and with blue, red and especially many black pistes every skier - regardless of their personal taste and level - can find their preferred piste. All in all you can look forward to seemingly endless kilometres of piste, all of them with a view of the characteristic Matterhorn summit.

The lift pass "International" also gives you access to the Italian Cervinia, giving you an extension to altogether 360 km of pistes (see region). If you're looking for the ultimate round trip of all ski mountains in the region we recommend trying the Matterhorn Ski Safari. On two different routes (Safari Silver and Safari Gold) you can ski on fantastic slopes all day without taking the same lift twice. Starting at Rothorn you can ski vie Riffelberg, Theodul glacier, Trockener Steg, Matterhorn glacier paradise, Breuil-Cervinia, Testa Grigia and, after all, back to Zermatt via Stafelalp.

As if that much choice of piste wasn't enough, the region offers further specials, such as e.g. the "slow slopes". All skiers are expected to ski slow and controlled on these specially signed pistes, making for a perfect area for careful skiers and wallowers who are not looking for the thrill of speed. Several snow parks and a total of 36 km secured off-piste tracks for experienced free riders round off the diverse offer at Matterhorn.
Piste map Zermatt
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Night skiing Zermatt

Waving almost empty pistes down the valley on a starry night and admiring the lights of Zermatt is an experience of a very special kind. Between December and April, snow lovers have the opportunity to explore the slopes on the Rothorn at a later hour. A delicious fondue menu at the Rothorn Restaurant is also included when you buy a night ski ticket. Here skiers and snowboarders can fortify themselves for the following experience.

Après ski Zermatt

Zermatt also has quite a bit to offer off-piste. After a great day on the piste, you can jump into the après ski and night life. In the "Hennu Stall", located directly at the valley slope of Furi to Zermatt, there are DJs making sure there's a great atmosphere each evening. Furthermore, the "Cervo" offers the only ski-in-ski-out resort in the village of Zermatt and has a great view of the city - perfect for ending the evening with stylish après ski. The "Bahnhofstrasse" (railway station street) is the après ski central point, as well as the best shopping mile ever. Lots of boutiques, bars with live music entice guests to swing by.

Those looking for a quieter evening can visit one of over 90 restaurants, whether hearty, simple fare in "Schwyzer Stübli" or international cuisine in "The Pipe" (mix of African, Indian, Mexican and Thai dishes). Moreover, you can play tennis, go ice skating, ice climbing or paragliding. The surrounding area also offers many cultural highlights, so a visit to the Matterhorn Museum is worth your while.

Snowpark Zermatt: Snowpark

Being the largest and highest-located all-year ski area in the Alps, Zermatt and the Theodul glacier offer quite a range of possibilities to burn off steam on 365 days a year. No matter if it is two slim boards or one wide one under your feet, ambitious winter sports fans can really enjoy freestyling here. The "Zermatt Snow Park" offers various obstacles for beginners and pros of the scene, which allow for spectacular jumps and tricks. In winter the park consists of a beginner line with 12 jumps and 12 boxes as well as an obstacle course with three rails and further jumps and a rail garden for advanced riders.

Professional boarders tend to the park conditions all year round and even in summer it is open to public, in a slightly adapted form. Newbies and pros will feel right at home here at 3,250 m altitude and over a length of 1,200 m, underlined with perfect obstacle conditions! You should really not miss this!

Snow park map Zermatt
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Expert rating report Zermatt

The rating report Zermatt comprises the main groups "Top rating categories", "Categories for special interests" and "Further rating categories" which all influence the overall result with their own count.
Overall rating
(4.4 out of 5 stars)

Top rating categories

These ratings count double for the result.
Lifts & cable cars
Reliability for snow

Rating categories for special interests

Families & children
Beginners
Experts & freeriders
Snow parks
Cross-country facilities & trails

Further rating categories

Après ski
Orientation (piste maps, info boards & sign posting)
Mountain restaurants, huts & gastronomy
Getting there & parking facilities

Accommodations in Zermatt

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2 accommodations: Ski area Zermatt

Accommodation

The modern 3-star Hotel Butterfly is situated in a quiet, central location in Zermatt. The entrance to the ski area …
Accommodation details

Resort

Altitude ski resort: 1,608 m
Resort and snow depth details

Ski area

Pistes: 200 km | Highest point: 3,883 m
Ski area details

Included services

Lift pass valued up to £642 included!
All included services

Room Type Date Nights Lift pass from  
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), BB Details from £393 19/04/26 2 £393 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), HB Details from £480 19/04/26 2 £480 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), BB Details from £515 19/04/26 3 £515 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), HB Details from £647 19/04/26 3 £647 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), BB Details from £699 19/04/26 4 £699 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), HB Details from £866 19/04/26 4 £866 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), HB Details from £1,093 19/04/26 5 £1,093 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), BB Details from £883 19/04/26 5 £883 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), BB Details from £1,233 19/04/26 7 £1,233 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), HB Details from £1,539 19/04/26 7 £1,539 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), HB Details from £2,196 18/04/26 10 £2,196 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (approx. 21 m²), BB Details from £1,758 18/04/26 10 £1,758 Continue
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Accommodation

The modern 4-star Alpen Resort Hotel is located ideally, approx. 200 m from the resort centre of Zermatt, and only …
Accommodation details

Resort

Altitude ski resort: 1,608 m
Resort and snow depth details

Ski area

Pistes: 200 km | Highest point: 3,883 m
Ski area details

Included services

Lift pass valued up to £642 included!
All included services

Room Type Date Nights Lift pass from  
Double room, shower/wc, HB Details from £524 02/11/25 2 £524 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £437 02/11/25 2 £437 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £550 02/11/25 2 £550 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £568 02/11/25 2 £568 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £454 02/11/25 2 £454 Continue
Double room, shower/wc, HB Details from £717 01/11/25 3 £717 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £752 01/11/25 3 £752 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £585 01/11/25 3 £585 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £769 01/11/25 3 £769 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £603 01/11/25 3 £603 Continue
Double room, shower/wc, HB Details from £962 01/11/25 4 £962 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £1,006 01/11/25 4 £1,006 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £787 01/11/25 4 £787 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £1,041 01/11/25 4 £1,041 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £813 01/11/25 4 £813 Continue
Double room, shower/wc, HB Details from £1,207 01/11/25 5 £1,207 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £1,268 01/11/25 5 £1,268 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £988 01/11/25 5 £988 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £1,303 01/11/25 5 £1,303 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £1,032 01/11/25 5 £1,032 Continue
Double room, shower/wc, HB Details from £1,513 01/11/25 7 £1,513 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £1,583 01/11/25 7 £1,583 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £1,251 01/11/25 7 £1,251 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £1,627 01/11/25 7 £1,627 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £1,294 01/11/25 7 £1,294 Continue
Double room, shower/wc, HB Details from £2,213 01/11/25 10 £2,213 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £2,327 01/11/25 10 £2,327 Continue
Double room/addl. bed, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £1,828 01/11/25 10 £1,828 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), HB Details from £2,397 01/11/25 10 £2,397 Continue
Family room, shower/wc (Balcony), BB Details from £1,889 01/11/25 10 £1,889 Continue
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