The scenic city of Zermatt awaits you
The mountains and glaciers provide a pleasant backdrop to your holiday home in Zermatt. Travellers to this scenic city praise the skiing, hiking and cycling. Whether you're planning a family holiday, romantic stay or trip with friends, holiday rentals offer features like full kitchens and laundry facilities for a more convenient stay.
Activities and attractions in and around Zermatt
Are you looking for top things to see and do in the area? Travellers enjoy fun activities like skiing and hiking. Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that Zermatt has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Breuil-Cervinia Ski Area (8.1 mi / 13 km)
- Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise (0.3 mi / 0.4 km)
- Zermatt–Sunnegga Funicular (0.3 mi / 0.5 km)
- Zermatt - Furi (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
- Sunnegga Ski Resort (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Furi - Riffelberg (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
Exploring the mountains and other natural features in Zermatt
Travellers enjoy Zermatt for its glaciers and sunrises. Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Zermatt is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Schwarzsee Lake (2.8 mi / 4.4 km)
- Gorner Ridge (3.1 mi / 4.9 km)
- Matterhorn (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
- Breithorn (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (5.7 mi / 9.1 km)
- Dufourspitze Mountain (8.1 mi / 13.1 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Zermatt
Zermatt is well known for its skiing. If you've planned your trip around snowy activities, consider visiting in November, August, April or December, when snowfall averages 23 cm and temperatures average -6°C.
How to get to and around Zermatt
The nearest airport is in Sion (SIR), located 24 mi (38.6 km) from the city centre.
If you prefer to travel by train, Zermatt Gornergratbahn Station, Zermatt Station and Zermatt (QZB-Zermatt Train Station) are the main stations that serve the city.