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Read MoreClimbing
Whether you are interested in a full day climb up the snowy mountains of Brighthorn or Pollux or a few hours on the rocky outcrops at Rotenboden, Zermatt has both beginner and advanced climbing options (the Breithorn is the easiest...
Read MoreGolf Week
Every year in July or August, visitors may sign up to enjoy Zermatt’s annual Alpine "Matterhorn Eagle Cup", which is comprised of three days on the 9-hole course at the Matterhorn Golf Club (41 27 967 70 00). Each day...
Read MoreGornergrat
There are two ways to reach the top of Gornergrat at 10,134 ft., from which you can enjoy direct views of the Matterhorn. In both the summer and winter an open-air cogwheel train runs from the Gornergrat train station in...
Read MoreHelicopter Trips/Heli-skiing
Enjoy a round-trip flight through the snow-covered Valais alps, glaciers, and view the summit of the Matterhorn up close on an exhilarating 30-minute journey through the famed 38 peaks. Indagare members can contact our Bookings Team to arrange a tour.
Read MoreHiking
With more than 200 miles of hiking and walking trails, Zermatt and its neighboring villages offer a wide selection of trails of varying difficulty. Hiking is best in the summer and fall when the temperatures are moderate.
Klein MatterhornRead MoreKlein Matterhorn
For an up-close view of the glaciers, take Europe's highest aerial cableway gondola from town to the Klein Matterhorn station, located at 12,740 ft. In both winter and summer, you can ski on the glacier and visit the world’s highest...
Read MoreMatterhorn Museum
Under a glass dome next to the St. Mauritius Pfarrkirche, the Matterhorn museum is a surprisingly comprehensive look at Zermatt's history from the first ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865 (and the four mountaineers who perished in an accident on...
Read MoreMusic Festivals
Each April, Zermatt hosts Zermatt Unplugged, a music festival to highlight acoustic national and international musicians with the famed Matterhorn as a backdrop. In September, Zermatt also hosts the Zermatt Festival, highlighting classical musicians from around the world.
Read MoreNightlife
Located on the main floor of the Hotel Post (Bahnhofstrasse 41; tel: +41 27 967 19 31), the Pink Live Music Bar is one of the most popular music venues in Zermatt. Hosting a variety of artists and styles, from...
Read MoreParagliding
For those who are looking for a dose of adrenaline and an intimate view of the mountains surrounding Zermatt, paragliding is a popular option. To book your tandem glide you can contact Paragliding Zermatt (Bachstrasse 8; 41(0) 27 967 67...
Read MoreRope Courses
For an alternative to hiking, the Forest Fun Park consists of a high-ropes course for children and adults (ages four and older). Courses of varying degrees of difficulty are tailored to accommodate different age groups and include zip lines and...
Read MoreSkiing
Zermatt is home to over 300 km (almost 200 miles) of skiable pistes that are accessed by 74 lifts spanning three ski areas (it’s possible to ski across the entire area in a “ski paradise safari”, although not for beginner...
Read MoreSpas
The MCP Beauty Spa at Mont Cervin Palace provides a large assortment of spa services to both guests of the hotel and non-guests. Facilities include saunas, steam rooms, ice baths, a lap pool and an indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi. Children under 16...
Read MoreSt. Mauritius Pfarrkirche
Rebuilt in 1913, St. Mauritius is a Roman Catholic parish church located right on the main street on top of the foundation of an older church from the 1500s. Its church bells still ring each quarter hour and on the...
Read MoreZermatt Alpin Center
Located in the center of town across from the Mont Cervin Palace, the Alpine Center provides visitors with information about all outdoor activities and guides. While guests can confirm all of their activities through the hotel concierge, the Alpine Center...
