Even without its iconic Matterhorn, Zermatt would surely be one of the world’s top ski resorts. It boasts a huge ski area at high-altitude, and the breathtaking views of Europe’s most famous peak add an unbeatable and unique crowning glory. The skiing is accessible from the village centre in either direction, via cable car, funicular or the famous Gornergrat mountain railway, which takes you on a spectacular ride up to 3089m and rewards you with fantastic views of the Gorner glacier. The final stage of the cable car to the “Matterhorn Glacier Paradise” which is in fact the Klein Matterhorn or “Little Matterhorn” is the highest in Europe. From the top you can choose to ski over to Zermatt’s Italian neighbour, Cervinia, for the day on the whole area lift pass, or take on the challenge of the Matterhorn Ski Safari, where you cover 10,000 – 12,000m of altitude without skiing the same slope or taking the same lift twice! The charming village is traffic-free apart from electric carts and horse-drawn carriages and the quaint little streets offer a mix of elegant boutiques, cosy bars and mouth-watering chocolate shops. Zermatt is known for its excellent and plentiful mountain restaurants such as ‘Chez Vrony’ in the Sunnegga area, and for its lively and varied après-ski and nightlife. Don’t miss the museum!
Ski holidays in Zermatt
High on any skier's Top 10 list of world ski resorts
Ski and Snowboard Information
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Beginners
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Intermediates
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Advanced
- Snowboard
- Cross Country
Beginners skiing in Zermatt
Ski school's beginners classes meet at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise lifts at the top of the village, where wide, open runs provide good learning ground. Zermatt's official beginner area (Wolli Park & Eisfluh) is at Sunnegga.
Intermediates skiing in Zermatt
The ski area is perfect for intermediate skiers. All 3 areas, Rothorn, Gornergrat and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise provide a vast range of wide, satisfying blues and reds including some glorious runs at the foot of the Matterhorn and several magnificent viewpoints
Advanced skiing in Zermatt
Zermatt has all the criteria sought by the expert skier. The 'Triftji Bumps' mogul field, Schwarzsee's steep gullies and various black runs will satisfy even the most advanced, and the yellow itinerary runs provide very challenging skiing.
Snowboarding in Zermatt
Boarders have the recently re-designed 'Gravity Park' above Trockener Steg with jumps, rails and a pipe. The terrain in all three areas provides plentiful surfing ground for cruising or practising your tricks.
- Area 360 km
- Resort Altitude1620m
- Ski Alt. From1620m
- Ski Alt. To3900m
- Runs
- Longest Run21 km
- Lifts , Chairlifts 9 , Cable car 8 , Draglifts 13 , Gondolas 6 , Rack Railway 1
- Lift Ski LockersNo
- Night Skiing IncludedYes
- Glaciers1
- Mountain Restaurants56
- Snow Cannon Coverage70%
- Night Skiing
Ski run Furi-Zermatt floodlit during season. Special packages for moonlight descents from Rothorn paradise to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise including dinner also available locally (supplements apply).
- Off-piste OptionsYes
- Off-piste Restrictions
Must go with guide
- Slope Direction,N,E,S,W
- Snowpark Info
2 snowparks (Zermatt, Cervinia)
- Walking50
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from£1282pp
- 85 rooms
A firm favourite of Inghams guests, this hotel offers high standards of comfort, service and cuisine.
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from£977pp
- 70 rooms
The Hotel Perren is a very popular, traditional, family-run hotel with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It enjoys a great location close to Zermatt centre and just 5 minutes' walk to the Sunnegga lift.
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from£927pp
- 60 rooms
A popular choice with Inghams guests, the Butterfly offers a good standard of accommodation and cuisine, a friendly atmosphere and enjoys a quiet yet central location with quick access to the skiing.
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from£1087pp
- 61 rooms
A favourite amongst Inghams guests, the Mirabeau is a popular hotel in a prime location, just 2 minutes’ walk from the Gornergrat railway.
- 92 rooms
The Ambassador is a spacious hotel with good facilities and a variety of modern and stylish rooms and suites on offer. The hotel has a relaxed atmosphere and is located at the foot of Zermatt’s main street.
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from£1027pp
- 40 rooms
A very comfortable bed and breakfast hotel offering excellent facilities, spacious views and wonderful mountain views.
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from£1279pp
- 48 rooms
The Schönegg is a popular and beautifully furnished superior chalet-style hotel, enjoying superb panoramic views from its elevated position. The Sunnegga lift is 3 minutes' walk away and guests can ski back to the hotel, weather permitting.
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from£1387pp
- 84 rooms
One of Zermatt’s leading hotels, the unique Hotel Alex enjoys a superb central location and is beautifully furnished throughout, combining the modern and traditional for a luxurious ‘boutique’ feel.
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from£1229pp
- 54 rooms
The National’s moto: Pure Swissness, ambience, service, culinary offerings and its overall setting - every last detail adds to your ideal alpine experience. Awarded friendliest hotel in Zermatt for outstanding service.
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from£1659pp
- 77 rooms
An elegant luxury hotel, offering a sublime setting and superb facilities in the heart of Zermatt. Built in 1879, this historic hotel offers modern facilities, excellent dining, and warm service.
Inghams Plus
- INGHAMS SAVER PLUS: Save £40 per couple
- GROUPS - up to 1 in 6 go Free
- Early Booking Offers at selected hotels. Discount already included in the prices shown
- FREE Child Places at selected hotels
- FREE Child Lift Passes up to 8 yrs
- FREE CHILD Skis & boots when 2 adults pre-book
- SWISS Short Breaks from £739 3 nights upwards - with scheduled flights & rail transfers
- INGHAMS REP based in resort
Special Offers
Things To Do
- Full programme of après-ski events
- Start your day in style with a private VIP gondola on the Matterhorn Glacier Express (approx. Sfr100 per gondola, incl. champagne)
- Night sledging at Furi
- Moonlight ski runs from Rothorn (supp. locally)
- Matterhorn Museum
- Glacier palace
- Non-skiers ‘Peak Pass’ available locally approx. Sfr190 for 3 days
- 50km of scenic winter walking paths
- Tobogganing
- Selection of mountain restaurants serving regional specialities
- Curling & ice skating
- Heli-skiing, parapenting and skydiving
- ‘Zermatt Unplugged’ music festival takes place approx. 5-9 Apr
- Ski kindergarten (4-5yrs) and non-ski kindergarten (3+mths) available locally. Booking in advance recommended
- Zermatt is traffic free
- 'Elektro-bus' is Free with lift pass
- Car hire is available
Ski Extras
Pre-bookable Lift Passes, Ski Hire & Tuition
| SPECIAL OFFER ON EQUIPMENT HIRE | ||||||
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| Save up to £109 per person |
Book your lift pass with us and we’ll give you 50% off equipment hire or carriage. See our Ski Bundle page for details.
| Ski / Board Saver Packs | ||||||
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| 6 days whole area pass, 6 days 'Red' ski/board hire* | ||||||
| Adult £461 |
* Does not include boots. All Saver Packs must be pre-booked in the UK and are not bookable locally.
| Lift Passes | Days | Adult 20yrs+ |
Youth 16-19yrs |
Child† 9-15yrs |
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| International Pass | 6 | £356 | £302 | £178 |
| Local Area Pass | 6 | £310 | £265 | £156 |
International Pass includes Cervinia and entrance to Glacier Palace. Local Pass includes Zermatt only (approx. Sfr45 per day for Cervinia extension). Beginners should book in resort for reduced prices. †Children 8yrs and under have free lift pass. Photo required for free child passes and any pass over 8 days.
| Equipment (6 days) | Description | Red | Black |
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| Adult | Skis | £116 | £159 |
| Ski Boots | £66 | - | |
| Snowboard | £116 | - | |
| Snowboard Boots | £66 | - | |
| Youth† (6-12yrs) | Skis & Boots | £92 | - |
| Snowboard | £59 | - | |
| Snowboard Boots | £33 | - | |
| Child (2-5yrs) | Skis & Boots | £55 | - |
| Snowboard & Boots | £ | - |
Please see here for a description of hire categories.†Youth snowboard 10-15 yrs.
| Tuition | Days | Times | Adult | Child (6-14yrs) |
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| Ski | 3 | 9am-noon | £270 | - |
| Ski | 5 | 9am-noon | - | £287 |
Tuition starts Sun; Group size is 3-6 guests.
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing but may vary up or down; correct prices will be advised at the time of booking.
Useful Information
Resort Code: CHZE
Languages spoken: English
Time difference: GMT+1
Currency: CAD
Travel and Transportation
Flights depart Saturdays and Sundays
To Geneva
From
Gatwick
Heathrow*
Stansted
Southampton
Exeter
Bristol
Birmingham
Manchester
Isle of Man
Jersey*
Newcastle
Glasgow
Edinburgh
Belfast
Leeds- Bradford
Cambridge
Transfer 3hrs by coach (Last part of transfer is by train from Taesch to Zermatt-10mins)
To Zurich
From
Birmingham
Manchester
Transfer 3hrs 30 mins by rail
*Transfers by Swiss rail.
Supplements apply on some flights.
Rail from the UK and Self Drive available.
Car hire available: Yes
Evening resort bus service: No
Local bus services:
Parking available: No
Resort Ski bus available: Yes
Ski bus info:
Zermatt is traffic free. 'Elektro-bus' is Free with lift pass
