The first ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865 marked the beginning of the mythology and fascination with alpine climbing – turning this mountain village into a leading destination.

Zermatt is one of the world’s great tourist destinations. There are nearly 40 4,000-metre peaks in the immediate vicinity. It is home to the finest hotels and gastronomy in the world, its ski resort is the highest in the Alps and offers snow year-round, and its rainfall is the lowest in Switzerland (with 300 days of sun). Its air is absolutely fresh, clean and healthy, and with its car-free zone, offering relaxed strolls through the Zermatt shopping district, the village is ideal for family holidays.

The resort is a family paradise and has been awarded the Family Destination label by the Swiss Tourism Federation.

In September 2025, Zermatt will also be one of the host destinations for the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships, welcoming the Short Track events to the heart of the resort.

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  • Car-free

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