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· Zermatt ·
· Zermatt ·
Zermatt
SWITZERLAND
Welcome to the summer travel guide and information fact sheet for the alpine resort of Zermatt in Switzerland. If you would like to view the winter season resort information please click on the "winter guide" tab displayed below the resort image.
Resort information
Displayed here are all the facts and figures relating to Zermatt in summer. The toolbar on the right of the page will also provide you with useful additional information to help you decide on this resort's suitability to your holiday plans.
Resort facts
- Resort height:
- Resort Glacier:
- 1620 m
Travel information
- Airport (option 1):
- Airport (option 2):
- Airport (option 3):
- Nearest Railway station:
- Distance from Calais:
- Milan (3h)
- Geneva (4h)
- Zurich (5h)
- Zermatt (0 miles)
- 672 miles (approx)
Things to do
- Gornergrat railway-highest open air railway in Europe Leads to an unforgettable sight of the Monte Rosa and its Glaciers
- Schwarzsee cable car to a small lake at the foot of the Matterhorn
- Three lifts to the Klien Matterhorn for fantastic views and summer skiing
- No formal gardens but a wealth of alpine flora
- Activities available in resort for the more energetic
Description
Zermatt has one of the most impressive locations in the world. Surrounded by three mighty peaks, the Monte Rosa, Dom and Matterhorn, you get jawdropping scenery whichever way you look. The village has a variety of shops, restaurants and bars and is typically Swiss with window boxes overflowing with colourful flowers. Horse drawn carriages and electric taxis provide some transport as the resort itself is traffic-free. With miles of walking trails and fantastic mountain railways, you can easily access the high alpine meadows with the wild flowers and dramatic scenery.
