Travel guide · Switzerland
Zermatt: what to see and when to go
Zermatt is a car-free village at the foot of the Matterhorn, Switzerland's most famous mountain. It offers skiing on the glacier all year, some of the best hiking in the Alps and old larch chalets turned into gourmet restaurants.
What to see and do in Zermatt
Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Europe's highest cable car station at 3,883 m, with an ice palace and snow all year.
Gornergrat
A cog railway to 3,089 m, facing the Matterhorn and 29 peaks over 4,000 m.
Five Lakes Walk
An easy trail where the Matterhorn reflects in a string of mountain lakes.
Hinterdorf
The old quarter of larch-wood barns raised on stone stilts.
Skiing to Italy
Cross the border on skis to Cervinia for lunch and come back in the afternoon.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Aug.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 1 hr, 45 min | ≈ €100 · See flights |
| New York | 8 hr, 45 min | ≈ €500 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
| Dubai | 6 hr, 45 min | ≈ €400 · See flights |
| Singapore | 14 hr | ≈ €620 · See flights |
| Sydney | 22 hr | ≈ €810 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €510 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Switzerland
- Currency
- Swiss Franc
- Good for
- mountains · nature · wild
- How long to stay
- 3–5 days
- Where to stay
- Near the station for convenience; Winkelmatten or higher up for quieter nights and views.Find a place to stay in Zermatt
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Zermatt and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Aug. Average highs range from -1° in January to 18° in July.
How many days do you need in Zermatt?
3 to 5 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Zermatt cost?
Accommodation runs at around €140 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €510 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Zermatt?
Near the station for convenience; Winkelmatten or higher up for quieter nights and views.
