There will be more skiing options for recreational skiers and fewer racers on the Zermatt glacier this summer. Earlier this week the Zermatt lift company announced that it will no longer be providing race training options for elite athletes on the Theodul Glacier this summer. Instead, Zermatt will increase the number of training slopes available…
These days, Zermatt is known as one of the best ski resorts in the world. With a huge ski area offering 360km of slopes and views of the iconic Matterhorn, it’s no surprise to learn that this Swiss village has long had a special link to skiing. 1902: First mountain guide course in Zermatt The…
There’s nothing new about celebrities coming to Zermatt, but after this weekend’s Academy Awards, it could be Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper or Emma Stone you’re sharing a cable car with next. That’s because Zermatt Tourism is giving all of the 25 nominees for the acting and directing awards the opportunity to come and see Switzerland’s…
Any visitor to Zermatt will inevitably notice the helicopters from Air Zermatt flying overhead at some point during their stay. Last weekend, the fleet of Air Zermatt helicopters were brought into action for on-mountain rescues over 40 times. In addition, the Air Zermatt ambulance service was called to 17 more missions, mostly for skiing accidents.…
How do you decide between Zermatt and Grindelwald – two of Switzerland’s most stunning destinations? While both are breathtaking, Zermatt has a unique charm and several advantages that make it the superior choice for an unforgettable winter getaway. Let’s take a look at seven reasons that makes Zermatt a better choice than Grindelwald for your…
Which are the best mountain restaurants in Zermatt? There is an unparalleled selection of excellent stops across the massive ski area – known as the lunch capital of the Alps – ranging from modest self-service to upmarket fine-dining. The Swiss side boasts well over 30 different establishments whilst there is a similar number over the…
Dear American friends, It’s easy to love England, isn’t it? There’s our history, the Queen and our obsession with tea and queuing! Then there’s our sense of humour and our weird accent. But we know we’re not perfect (search British teeth!) and a small problem is we don’t have any great skiing. Yes, we do have some slopes…
The stunning new aerial tramway from Zermatt to Furi began operations at the beginning of November 2023. And from the 2024 summer season, the journey from Zermatt to Furi and vice versa will be even more exciting, when you’ll be able to enjoy amazing views of the Matterhorn from the roof of the cabins in…
A trip to Zermatt can sometime feel like a trip to another time. With no cars in resort and horse-drawn carriages and ancient stadls to admire instead, Zermatt’s rich heritage is always on display. This winter you can travel back in time when taking the Gornergrat railway. You can’t quite go as far back as…
Zermatt Bergbahnen has won the Swiss Mountain Award 2023 for its work on the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing project. Every two years, Cable Cars Switzerland (SBS) honours outstanding, innovative achievements or projects in the Swiss cable car industry with the Swiss Mountain Award. Zermatt Bergbahnen won against two other projects: the Hohsaas Bergbahnen and the Stoosbahnen…