The Skiers' Guide to Zermatt

Gorgeous place, I’ve been two years in a row and looking forward to go again. More on the quiet side and not necessarily an apres ski destination. However I love that you can ski on different mountains and can also go to Italy to ski in Cervinia.
The Zermatt village is lovely. It is an expensive resort so keep that in mind.

Weather was perfect. Views were amazing. Not many other snowboarders out there so the skiers act like you don’t exist in the lift lines. Still had the best time though.

Amazing skiing and such beautiful village. So much variety as you can also ski across to Italy. The restaurants are great but you have to make sure to make reservations in advance.

Zermatt is amazing.
The town is beautiful, it’s pricey but worth it. Great for a family with plenty of activities to go out even if not skiing.
On the slopes… Amazing views on every run! There’s a good mix for all abilities with some great spots to stop for a bite to eat. A top tip, get the international lift pass. Go over to Cervinia for cheap coffee and lunch. Plus the snow is just as good, runs mostly quieter and views epic!

Loads of runs and space, expensive but very classy! Hotels are lovely, and the shuttle bus is very handy.

Lovely, super long groomers with immaculate views of the Matterhorn. Awesome on mountain food, drinks, and the après scene is fun and still elevated.

fantastic car free village.
scenic train ride every morning past the base of the Matterhorn to the ski lifts.
beautiful tree runs.
Lifts are very efficient
Loved the Hexenbar in the village centre for a few pints on an evening.
and for a total vibe change ski over to Cervinia for fantastic pizza.

Skied Zermatt in April and had a great overall experience. The food and après-ski options are excellent, with lots of variety and atmosphere. Snow conditions were mixed, fantastic at the top of the mountain, but slushy toward the bottom due to the late season. The trail maps are clear and easy to follow, making it simple to get around, and the lift system is efficient and well-connected. A great destination, especially for spring skiing with strong après and dining.

Good runs, lifts and food! Only fault is the lack of blue runs but thankfully I made it down some of the reds

Zermatt is a fantastic resort both on and off the piste. It offers multiple terrains for all levels. I particularly enjoyed visiting cervinia, the amazing mountain restaurants ( Findein's were a favourite but ring ahead to pre book an inside tables where the service is quicker and your treated like a local) and sking Furi 's Black.
To really get the best out of Zermatt join the Ski club of Great Britain who's reps will guide you to all the best slopes and restaurants.

A beautiful, traditional resort full of character. Fantastic ski area and good lift connections. Can’t wait to go again!

Zermatt is one of the world’s most iconic ski destinations, offering a blend of dramatic alpine scenery, reliable snow, and refined Swiss charm. Nestled at the foot of the Matterhorn, the village feels like a postcard come to life, with car-free streets that keep the atmosphere peaceful and pristine. Skiers and snowboarders love Zermatt for its vast, interconnected terrain, which links with Italy’s Cervinia to create one of Europe’s largest ski areas. The high altitude means excellent snow conditions well into spring, and glacier skiing allows year-round turns for true enthusiasts. Beyond the slopes, Zermatt delivers luxury après-ski, gourmet dining, and cozy mountain huts, making it just as appealing off the mountain as on it. Whether you’re chasing world-class skiing or alpine elegance, Zermatt offers both in unforgettable style.

I love Zermatt!! Spent a season there as a ski instructor (22/23) and had a blast. I was the youngest in my ski school being only 18 but everyone was so friendly and I really got to know the skiing area very well. Absolutely love a ski over to Cervinia, food heaps better and cheaper imo (although Zermatt certainly doesn’t lack in fine dining options on and off the slopes, just not budget friendly at all!) accom in town ranges from hostels to igloos to established 5 star hotels and chalets with everyone you could possibly think of, eg- chalet Denali features a cinema room, spa area, saunas, the most beautiful bedrooms and decor etc… (I worked there as a chalet host too!) Zermatt offers an impressive and vast skiing domain and caters for every type of skier!

The views in Zermatt cannot be beat and in my opinion justify the steep cost. There is an effecient lift system. Ski in and out accommodation is rare , but I did not mind the public transit bus drive from the hotel to the slopes.

Great large varied ski area well connected with little wait time. Some of the blue runs seem to be wrongly classified in my opinion. Good variety of restaurants which weren’t as pricey as I’d imagined. Didn’t do any apres however it seemed to be the place to be! Great weeks skiing with good variation of slopes for an intermediate to enjoy.

My family and I have been going here every year for at least the last ten years. My brother and I have did ski school as kids and it has what got us to where we are now. We love it here, lots of accommodation to choose from and there are excellent views of the matterhorn. Last week the weather was beautiful and we also go to ski to italy and do the longest ski run in Europe which was really cool!

Zermatt was beautiful and during the week the slopes were fairly quiet however the weekend beginning Friday was quite packed. The lifestyle is definitely glamorous and luxurious however very very expensive especially comparing to Cervinia on the Italian side

Lovely all rounder resort for every age. Slopes were lovely as an intermediate skier. Went with friends and family and had the best time!

Amazing resort for a ski vacation. The views are unbeatable. The groomed runs are somewhat narrow in places but off piste was lovely. We were lucky with some powder days. It’s not crowded and so big you’ll have lots to see

amazing resort lots of slopes due to easy access to cervinia snow was great lifts were great skiing was great highly highly recommend