Tradition & culture

Alpine & down-to-earth

In Zermatt, one constantly comes across tradition and culture. For generations, Zermatt mountain guides and ski teachers have taken people to the heights. And the Zermatt folklore summer is legendary.

Zermatt’s alpine competence is unique anywhere in the world. Zermatt mountain guides have found their way to the four corners of the earth for generations. And in summer, guests meet Swiss folklore up close and personal. The Zermatt folklore summer – with Swiss accordion musicians, yodelers, flag throwers and traditionally costumed dancers. Is someone ‘naaagging’? Just pull out your camera. Because it’s time for Zermatt’s “Geissenkehr” with the parading black and white goats.