Zermatt is one of those rare ski resorts that has it all and, as such, is the favoured destination of many skiers from around the world. To begin with there`s the huge ski area, with the world`s second biggest lift-served vertical drop and skiing 365 days a year with a 1000 metre (9280 feet) vertical on its glacier even in the summer months. Then there`s the village itself, peaceful thanks to the absence of the combustion engine (only small electric vehicles quietly hum around the streets along side horse drawn carriages), and picturesque with traditional buildings and many visitors arriving by the spectacular mountain railway. Thirdly there is the international resort quality and variety of accommodations, restaurants, apres ski, off-slope facilities and shopping. Fourth there`s the sunny location, sheltered from the wind and finally there is the spectacular backdrop to it all - the 4000m full face of the Matterhorn, one of 38 mountain peaks surrounding the village.
Apres Ski
Lively nightlife with an excellent range of cafés and bars • Papperla bar, Elsie's place, the bar Vernissage, the Village and the Pink Elephant for jazz. Try also the Pollux and Alex discos and the Broken Barrel.
Eating Out
Well known for a vast array of fabulous restaurants with over 70 to choose from. Typical 3-course meal from approx. SFr35 • Brown Cow Snack Bar for great burgers, Stockhorn Grill or The Spaghetti Factory.
• Large selection of stylish shops and boutiques • Alpine museum • Miles of cleared winter walkways (special walkers pass available locally) • Casino1620 - 3820 M
calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
