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Accommodation 9.2
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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 Ski routes: 38 km
Chair lifts: 8
Tow lifts: 9

Ski area Zermatt

In the Zermatt-Matterhorn ski region, the "Zermatt" lift pass gives you access to 200 kilometres of the finest pistes and 32 modern lift systems. These include the highest 3S cable car in the world. Superlatives reign supreme in this fabulous area: at almost 4,000 metres above sea level, the great Matterhorn glacier paradise is the highest ski area in the Alps. The highest lift on the Klein Matterhorn reaches up to 3,883 metres, making it the highest mountain station in the whole of Europe. From up here, you have a fantastic panoramic view of 38 Alpine giants and 14 glaciers. The Zermatt-Matterhorn glacier ski area is one of the most popular ski resorts in Switzerland, not least due to its versatility and reliability of snow all year round. The longest piste here is 25 kilometres long and with blue, red and, above all, many black pistes, there is a piste to suit every taste and every level of skier. All in all, you can look forward to almost endless kilometres of piste - always with a view of the striking peak of the Matterhorn.

With the "International" lift pass, you also get access to Cervinia in Italy, extending your descent to a total of 360 km (see region). For the ultimate round tour of all the ski mountains in the region, we recommend the Matterhorn Ski Safari. On two different routes (Safari Silver and Safari Gold), you can ski fantastic pistes all day long without having to take the same lift twice. Starting at the Rothorn, the route takes you via Riffelberg, the Theodul Glacier, Trockener Steg, the Matterhorn glacier paradise, Breuil-Cervinia, Testa Grigia and finally back to Zermatt via Stafelalp.

As if the wide choice of slopes wasn't enough, the region also offers other special features, such as the "Slow Slopes". All skiers must ski slowly and in a controlled manner on these specially signposted pistes. A perfect area for cautious skiers and connoisseurs who are not necessarily looking for a speed rush. Several snowparks and a total of 36 kilometres of secured off-piste runs for experienced freeriders round off the truly varied skiing offer around the Matterhorn.


If you are staying in Täsch, you can use the shuttle train between Täsch and Zermatt free of charge. Your "Zermatt-Täsch" lift pass is a valid ticket.
Piste map Zermatt
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Night skiing Zermatt

Skiing down the almost empty pistes by moonlight while admiring the sparkling lights of Zermatt? Not only does it sound beautiful, but it's also possible every full moon night between December and April on the Rothorn. Included with the purchase of a night skiing ticket is an aperitif on the Blauherd, followed by a unique descent with a view of the Matterhorn by moonlight.

Après ski Zermatt

Zermatt also has a lot to offer away from the piste. After having fun on the slopes, you can plunge into the après ski and nightlife fun. In the "Hennu Stall" directly on the descent to the valley from Furi to Zermatt, DJs play every evening and create a great atmosphere. In addition, the only ski-in ski-out resort in the village of Zermatt, the "Cervo" awaits you with a marvellous view of Zermatt. Perfect for rounding off the evening with stylish après-ski. Bahnhofstrasse is the focal point of après ski and also the shopping mile par excellence. Many boutiques and bars with live music invite you to stop for a bite to eat.

Those who prefer a quieter pace can visit one of the more than 90 restaurants. Whether it's home-style cooking in the "Schwyzer Stübli" or international cuisine in "The Pipe", where you'll find a mix of African, Indian, Mexican and Thai dishes - there's something to suit everyone here. You also have the opportunity to 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 well worthwhile.

Snowpark Zermatt: Snowpark

As the largest and highest year-round ski area in the Alps, Zermatt and the Zermatt Theodul Glacier offer a variety of opportunities to let off steam 365 days a year. Whether on one or two boards, ambitious winter sports enthusiasts will not miss out on freestyle here either. The "Zermatt Snow Park" has various obstacles for beginners and pros on the scene, allowing for spectacular jumps and moves. In winter, the park consists of a beginner lines with 12 jumps and 12 boxes as well as an obstacle course with three rails and more jumps and a rail garden for advanced riders.

Professional boarders ensure the best conditions all year round in the park, which is even available in a slightly different form in summer. Both beginners and experts will feel right at home in this place, which at an altitude of 3,250 metres and with a length of 1,200 metres offers really good conditions. You shouldn't miss it!

Snow park map Zermatt
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Is the Zermatt ski area not right for you? Then have a look here instead: Ski areas Switzerland

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