The Matterhorn Village
Zermatt's excursions are all about the mountains. Two of Europe's greatest railway journeys start right at the village station, cable cars climb to the continent's highest viewpoint, and certified mountain guides have been leading climbs from here since 1865.
Zermatt has no lake cruises or city bus tours — it is a mountain village. Combine it with Geneva or Lucerne for lakes, and arrive via Zurich or Geneva airports with one train change at Visp.
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Cog railway to 3,089 m facing the Matterhorn
Europe's highest cable car station at 3,883 m
The famous panoramic train to St. Moritz
Funicular to lakes, viewpoints, and easy trails
400 km of marked trails with Matterhorn views
Guided ascents from the historic Alpin Center
Learn on 360 km of pistes, skiing all year round
Air Zermatt scenic flights around the Matterhorn
Tandem flights over the village and glaciers
Wooden walkways through a glacier-carved gorge
Toboggan runs and winter night events
Riffelsee reflections and sunrise viewpoints
Tips for planning your excursions:
From traditional Swiss fondue to Indian and Japanese — find every cuisine in the city.
Designer boutiques, department stores, supermarkets, and authentic Swiss souvenirs.
Cog railways, glacier ice palace, rope parks, and alpine lakes.
From self-drive rentals to private drivers and reliable airport transfer services.
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