Location: Zermatt
Top Things to do in Zermatt
Things to do in Zermatt, Swiss Alps: The Best Nature & Parks
When most people think of Zermatt, they think of one thing: The Matterhorn. This ultimate Swiss icon looms over Zermatt, first drawing visitors here in the 1860s. The village of Zermatt itself is lovely and car-free, with old-fashioned brown chalets and winding alleys. (Don’t worry, you don’t have to walk everywhere—there are electric vehicles and horse-drawn cabs.) Skiing in the region often lasts through early summer, but when the weather’s warmer, it’s a great time to hike.
Restaurants in Zermatt
1. The Matterhorn
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5.0 based on 3,906 reviews
This imposing mountain towers 14,700 feet on the Swiss-Italian border.
Reviewed By Whiztech21 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The towering peak of the Matterhorn straddles Switzerland and Italy is an amazing mountain that everyone should have on their bucket list. One of the mountain's secrets is that it has an igloo village at the mountain's base.
2. Mt. Gornergrat
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5.0 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By HuskerTraveler2 - Lincoln, United States
A must see on a clear day. Morning is best as the sun fully illuminates The Matterhorn. The view afforded from the top is unrivaled - seriously! Allow plenty of time to gaze, snap photos, and enjoy a cappuccino on the sundeck. TIP: On the return trip stop at the Riffelberg Station. Meander down the short hill to the Riffelberg Hotel. Sit on the sun deck to bask in the sun and the stunning view of The Matterhorn. Less crowded here.
3. Breithorn
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5.0 based on 127 reviews
The Breithorn (4,164 m), with its many summits, is a strong, glaciered mountain crest. The normal climb is considered as one of the easiest routes for climbing a four-thousand metre mountain. This tour is a perfect way to get a sense of high Alpine air for the first time but only for surefooted and experienced mountain hikers accompanied by a mountain guide. The tour includes climbing a glaciated four thousand-metre peak, and this is not to be underestimated. In the early morning, one takes the aerial tramway to Matterhorn glacier paradise at 3,883 m. The climb to the top and the descent afterwards lasts about three hours depending on the conditions. Even though the climb is not dizzying, the tour does offer a high Alpine mountain experience where one can live out the feeling of having one’s head already in outer space. •Snow tour on the glacier •The overall difficulty of the tour is given as “L” (easy) •A mountain guide is recommended •Warning: glacier crevasses
Reviewed By 482yvesr
Easiest doesn't mean easy. But you can climb a mountain at more than 4000m from sea level. Good shoes, ice crampons, a guide and a rope for the ice field. Take your time (oxygen is limited at this altitude) and you can go climb the last 400m of altitude in 90mn-2h if you are in good physical shape from the cable car station. If I did it, you can. But don't forget getting an experienced person to lead the rope (Local guides are easily available; They are not cheap, but going without experience would be a good way to test the emergency services in Zermatt). In the end, you'll feel at the top of the world!
4. Stoked Snowsports School
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5.0 based on 387 reviews
Stoked was founded in 1994 as a snowboard school in Zermatt, Switzerland, and it has been growing ever since. Today, we offer 4 “Stoked Worlds” to our customers including: Skiing, Snowboarding, Bootfitting & Biomechanics, and Stoked Experience, the Zermatt event agency. The company is owned by three Swiss partners and brothers: Christian Meier, Jürg Meier, Michael Meier, all of whom have spent the past few years putting all their motivation, commitment, competence and idealism into making Stoked an important player on the Zermatt holiday scene. In our Stoked World we have also made it our goal to provide the most consistent, flexible customer-orientated services possible.
Reviewed By W6612MEsamanthab
Just concluded a brilliant week of skiing and tuition from Lello at Stoked. I started the week as a nervous intermediate skier and finished with new found confidence and much much better technique thanks to Lello’s skill, patience and great sense of humour. I actually enjoyed doing the red runs!
5. Hohbalmen
6. Zermatt Ski School European Snowsport (ES)
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5.0 based on 202 reviews
European Snowsport (ES) Zermatt is a small premier snow sport school offering quality private lessons and small (6) group lessons for children. ES specilizes in offering caring, qualified and fun instructor to make your holiday as special as possible.
Reviewed By Aannaadr - Zurich, Switzerland
I and my friend had private lessons with Jack over two consecutive days in Zermatt and we could not have been happier. Even though I and my friend were at different levels, Jack managed to keep us both engaged in the lessons and has definitely brought a lot of improvement in our snowboarding skills. He was very easy to talk to, he cared a lot for our safety and comfort on the slopes and he managed to always keep us smiling and positive. I highly recommend him if you want to have an amazing day on the slopes and learn a lot in quite a small amount of time. Looking forward to doing this again!
7. Alpine Ski School
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5.0 based on 616 reviews
Ski & snowboard lessons in one of the most popular resort in Europe, Zermatt. We bring to you a team of highly qualified and passionate instructors whom can teach in over ten languages...
Reviewed By BecKontos
I decided to switch from snowboarding to skiing and took 4 half-day private lessons. Dido was beyond awesome!!!! By the fourth day I extended to a full day and Dido took me on a tour up to the glacier and across to Italy, they were the most amazing runs!! He even booked us lunch at a beautiful Italian restaurant (Chateau Étoiles). After 3 years of group lessons for snowboarding at a different resort and being on my butt most of the time I can’t believe how fast I progressed with private lessons....well worth the money!! 1.5hours into the first lesson we were already off the training area. Communication was fast and very easy via text with Riccardo. Dido was a great teacher, very knowledgeable and passionate. Would definitely recommend and hopefully return one day!!
8. Summit Ski & Snowboard School
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5.0 based on 249 reviews
Summit Ski & Snowboard School have a fantastic team of highly qualified ski and snowboard instructors. As well as wanting to share our passion for the mountains with you, we all love teaching and we're keen help you improve your technique. Book a group or private lesson and let us help you make the most of your holiday in Zermatt.
Reviewed By heydomdom
Our second time taking lessons with Summit and the experience was totally awesome. I highly recommend them.
9. Obere Matten playground no. 1
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This playground is located in the heart of the village of Zermatt. It’s the perfect place for families with children who have different needs. The Obere Matten playground no. 1 lies between the shopping centre and the restaurant. The Obere Matten leisure area offers not only a variety of sports for the grown-ups but also two wonderful playgrounds. The whole play area is surfaced with smooth gravel. The Obere Matten playground no. 1 is a little less shady than Obere Matten no. 2. •Suitable for children aged 0 to 15 •In village centre •Pushchair-accessible •Quiet zone for peaceful play, sand pit •Sitting/relaxation area •Slides, climbing frames, swings, more than 8 different play features •Benches, tables •Partly shaded •WC nearby •Nappy-changing facilities nearby •Shops nearby •Climbing rock with holds •Adjacent: boccia (Swiss boules), beach volleyball, football, tennis •Restaurant with view of the Matterhorn
