Ranked
68th
of 230 ski resorts
Overall Rating
4.44
From 89 Reviews
130
Total Runs
1620
Bottom Elevation
3899
Top Elevation
360
Skiable Terrain
Zermatt is one of the world's most famous ski resorts, renowned for its stunning Matterhorn views and extensive ski area. The resort caters to all skiing levels, with a wide range of slopes and some of the best off-piste and freeride terrain in the Alps. Zermatt's high altitude guarantees excellent snow conditions throughout the season. The après ski scene in Zermatt is lively and diverse, with numerous bars, restaurants, and clubs. The dining options are as varied as the skiing, ranging from traditional mountain huts to gourmet restaurants. Zermatt offers a unique combination of world-class skiing, breathtaking scenery, and a vibrant resort atmosphere.
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Ski School Quality
9th of 194 worldwide
Eating Out
10th of 236 worldwide
Beginners
12th of 89 worldwide
Experts
20th of 102 worldwide
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Recent Reviews
intermediate skier ⛷️
Robert
Mar, 21 2025
The most spectacular and iconic ski resort I have visited, picture perfect but comes at a price. Love the fact that you can ski over to Italy and have a fine lunch for half the cost on the Swiss side, and the piste down into Cervinia is epic. The skiing and infrastructure is noticeably better on the Swiss side. The Valley run down from the top back to Zermatt goes on forever and is also epic. I couldn't afford to go every year but will be returning at some point, it is a must do for any serious skiier and boarder.
beginner skier ⛷️
Gordon Reed
Mar, 15 2025
Love the village, the scenery, variety of skiing, mountain and village restaurants, the Matterhorn of course and the history regarding Isobelle climbing it.
advanced skier ⛷️
Hannah
Feb, 6 2025
Zermatt is an amazing Verfall amazing Resort- the village is full of life and always something happening.
There are plenty of slopes and even more if you get the ski pass that allows to go to Italian side as well.
I will say there arent great options for beginner skiers as most slopes even the blues have tricky parts- cervinia has better slopes for beginners.
Skiing on the glacier is the most amazing thing and being able to see the Matterhorn is truley a memorable experience.
Overall definitely worth a visit there really is no where like it however it is obviously an expensive place.
There are plenty of slopes and even more if you get the ski pass that allows to go to Italian side as well.
I will say there arent great options for beginner skiers as most slopes even the blues have tricky parts- cervinia has better slopes for beginners.
Skiing on the glacier is the most amazing thing and being able to see the Matterhorn is truley a memorable experience.
Overall definitely worth a visit there really is no where like it however it is obviously an expensive place.
Zermatt Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
32Beginner Runs
83Intermediate Runs
15Advanced Runs
15 kmLongest Run
360 kmSkiable Terrain
8 kmsSnow making
Elevation
3899 mTop
1620 mBottom
2279 mVertical Drop
Lifts
18Gondolas / Cable Cars
24Chairlifts
10Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
CHF 1680Season pass
CHF 3556 days
CHF 831 day
Weather
389 cmAverage annual snowfall
Zermatt Travel Information
Airports
100min drive90KMsGeneva Airport (GVA)
140min drive130KMsZurich Airport (ZRH)
140min drive130KMsMilan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Train Stations
5min drive1KMsZermatt