An excursion to Gornergrat is a must. From here, you can gape at 29 four thousand-metre peaks – a record in the Alpine region. In the mountaineers’ cemetery next to the church, you can also see that mountains can take their toll on humans. Those who want to immerse themselves in the rich variety of the world of Zermatt will come under the spell of the most impressive mountain world anywhere.
Top 10 Attractions
Zermatt – the Mountain Village of Records
Zermatt lies at the foot of the highest mountains in the entire Alpine mountain range. With the Matterhorn, Weisshorn, Monte Rosa. A single visit to the Matterhorn village is not enough to experience all of the attractions and records.
Matterhorn
Have you never seen the Matterhorn or you've not seen it in a long time? Then now is the perfect time to experience the magic of the destination Zermatt – Matterhorn.
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Gornergrat
Zermatt
The Gornergrat (3,089 m) is one of those places that everyone should visit at least once in a lifetime. The mountain panorama and the glorious view of the Matterhorn are unforgettable.
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Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Zermatt
The highest cable car station in Europe (3,883 m), with its new restaurant, sets fresh standards in sustainable development. The views of the highest mountains in Italy, France and Switzerland are breathtaking. The ski area on the Theodul Glacier is open 365 days a year.
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Eating & drinking
The magical gastronomy of Zermatt promises a multitude of culinary adventures. From timeless, traditional dishes to innovative and on-trend creations - the variety is impressive.
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Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis
Zermatt
The subterranean world of Zermatlantis, the Matterhorn Museum, reveals the history of the village of Zermatt. Attractions include original houses, a multimedia room and finds from the first ascent of the Matterhorn.
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Zermatt Village Tour
City walking tour | easy
The village of Zermatt has been shaped by ancient traditions and modern tourism. The thrilling contrasts can be explored on a walk through the village. Time required: from 1 hour to half a day.
1,8 km
1,30 h
47 m
47 m
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5 Lakes Walk (Nr. 11)
Theme trail | medium
The 5 Lakes Walk is in a class of its own among hikes in the Zermatt mountains. The views of the mountain lakes are superb (with the Matterhorn reflected in three of them), and the trail is full of variety.
9,8 km
2,30 h
165 m
454 m
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Welcome to Europe's highest ski resort. Skiing enthusiasts from all over the world congregate in Zermatt. Guests come to experience magical skiing days with perfect snow conditions, fantasic descents and lots of sun.
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