Zermatt at a glance
- Ideal for
- High and long: glacier at 3,883 m, Nov to May
- Good skiers: about 360 km with Cervinia
- Car-free: pedestrian village, train to the centre
- Less suitable if
- Cheap stay: up to CHF 104 for a day pass
- Arriving by car: parking at Täsch, 5 km away
Weather, snow and webcams in Zermatt
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Zermatt
Recommended hotels for your budget
Budget
Comfort
Upscale
What to do in Zermatt besides skiing
Zermatt piste map and ski area
Beginners: Beginner pass on Sunnegga, Blauherd, Eisfluh and Findeln, from CHF 64 to 70 a day
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Zermatt lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Zermatt · 1 day | CHF 104 | CHF 53 |
| Zermatt · 6 days | CHF 510 | – |
| Zermatt-Cervinia · 1 day | CHF 122 | CHF 61 |
| Zermatt-Cervinia · 6 days | CHF 574 | CHF 288 |
2026-2027 prices · In CHF, high period, day price · free under 9 · children free on Saturdays (Zermatt pass) · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Zermatt
Book your skis before you go
- 3 Skiset shops in Zermatt, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset (3 shops) and Snowrental (4) · two Matterhorn Sport shops right by the slopes
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult group lesson, 3 days | CHF 390 |
| Children ages 6-14, 5 days in a group | CHF 525 |
| Snowli ages 4-5, 5 days | CHF 620 |
| Private lesson of 3 h from 9am, 1 to 3 people | CHF 320 |
Snowli Kids from age 4 at ZERMATTERS, groups aged 6 to 14; lift pass free under 9 · At ZERMATTERS, an adult group only runs with at least 3 participants.
When to ski in Zermatt
Best time: January to March
Getting to Zermatt
On site
Bahnhofplatz 5, 3920 Zermatt
Where to eat and unwind in Zermatt
Champagner Bar Flora on the Sunnegga descent, then a handful of après-ski bars in the village
Restaurants in the resort
Pizzas from CHF 20 to CHF 29, open in the evening until 2am
📍 Bahnhofstrasse 70Michelin-starred, Mediterranean cuisine, winter only
📍 Mont Cervin PalaceMountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
Pool, sauna and steam bath at Furi, on request
Entry from CHF 35Spa day until 8:30pm with a 50 min treatment
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Frequently asked questions
When does the Zermatt ski area open?
The 2026-2027 winter season begins on 1 November in the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise sector; Sunnegga-Rothorn and Gornergrat open on 28 November. It ends on 3 May 2027, then summer skiing resumes on the glacier.
How much does a lift pass cost in Zermatt?
Prices vary by date. A Zermatt day pass costs CHF 92 to 104 depending on the date, 6 days up to CHF 510 in the high period. With Cervinia (International pass), allow CHF 107 to 122 a day.
Can you drive to Zermatt?
No, the village is closed to cars. You park at Täsch (Matterhorn Terminal, 2,100 covered spaces) then take the shuttle train, every 20 minutes, a 12-minute journey.
Is Zermatt linked to Cervinia?
Yes, on skis via the Theodul Pass. You need the International pass: the Zermatt pass stops at the Swiss ski area. Together, the ski area is about 360 km.
Is Zermatt suitable for beginners?
Yes, with the Beginner pass (CHF 64 to 70 a day) on Sunnegga, Blauherd, Eisfluh and Findeln, and lessons from age 4 at the ZERMATTERS Swiss ski school.
Do children ski for free?
Yes, under 9, with a photo lift pass. On Saturdays, children up to and including 15 get the Zermatt pass free. From 9 to 15, the pass costs half price.
Sources and method
Resort profile: matterhornparadise.ch, zermatt.swiss, wikidata.org
Opening dates: matterhornparadise.ch
Lift passes: matterhornparadise.ch
Accommodation: zermatt.swiss
Ski area: matterhornparadise.ch
Equipment rental: skiset.com, snowrental.com, zermatt.swiss
Getting there: zermatt.swiss, transport.opendata.ch, router.project-osrm.org
Restaurants and activities: zermatt.swiss
Webcams and reports: matterhornparadise.ch
Ski holidays: travelski.com, snowtrex.fr
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Snow on the ground: MeteoSwiss and SLF (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Deralpinbergsteiger, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · qwesy qwesy, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · Roy Egloff, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · Kabelleger / David Gubler (http://www.bahnbilder.ch), CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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