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Zermatt

Matterhorn Ski Paradise — Zermatt / breuil cervinia / Valtournenche

The car-free village of Zermatt links across the border to Breuil-Cervinia and Valtournenche in Italy via the world's highest three-cable gondola, forming one of the largest connected ski areas in the world — with glacier skiing open almost year-round at up to 3,899m.

Snow-sureFamily-friendlyCross-country skiingSummer skiing
322km
Total piste
51
Lifts
1562–3899m
Elevation
1 Nov – 1 May
Season
Closed for the season
1562m3899m
Weather · data from WeatherAPI.com

Right now — 16:45

12°
Light rain shower
Feels like 9°
Humidity 55%
Pressure 1017 mb
Wind 3 m/s, gust 7 m/s
Visibility 10.0 km
Sunrise 06:58 AM
Sunset 07:54 PM
Tue 8 Sept
5°/14°
Sunny
Wed 9 Sept
2°/8°
Light rain shower
Thu 10 Sept
1°/7°
Light rain shower
Elevation & snow reliability

Snow report

Elevation range
1562m – 3899m
Snow-sure
Yes — Glacier skiing to 3899m, open almost year-round
Season
01.11.2025 – 01.05.2026 (Closed for the season)
Opening hours
08:00 – 16:30
Trip planning

Best time to visit

The best time to ski in Zermatt is late January and March for reliable snow and fewer crowds

Typical conditions

Historic snowfall by month

Approximate cm of snow, typical for this resort.

84
Jan
62
Feb
56
Mar
50
Apr
32
May
2
Jun
57
Nov
74
Dec

Webcams

Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Rhothorn

Ski runs — 322km total

75km
23% of total
Easy
220km
69% of total
Intermediate
27km
8% of total
Difficult

Lifts — 51 total

13/14 open
3
Funicular
8
Aerial tramway
11
Gondola
1
Chair & gondola
22
Chair lift
6
T-bar / button
Zermatt - Furi (Matterhorn-Express)
Furi - Schwarzsee
Schwarzsee - Furgg
Furgg - Trockener Steg
Matterhorn Glacier Ride I

Ski map

Piste & lift data © OpenStreetMap / OpenSkiMap.org
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Ski pass prices

PassAdultYouthChildren
International (Zermatt-Cervinia)CHF 104.00CHF 88.00CHF 52.00
ZermattCHF 89.00CHF 75.00CHF 44.50

Trip cost estimator

Trip cost estimator — Zermatt

What will this trip actually cost?

Adjust the trip details below — the estimate updates using real pass prices, typical rental rates, and current-season accommodation data.

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6
2
Yes, for all adults
Ski pass
CHF 104.00/day × 5 days × 2 adults
CHF 1,040.00
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Ski & boot rental
~€36.50/day × 5 days × 2 adults
Accommodation
~€520.00/night · High Season
€3,120.00
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Flights
Varies by departure city & dates
Estimated total
CHF 4,525.00
excl. flights · 2 adults · 6 nights
This is an estimate, not a quote. Pass and rental prices are pulled from current listings; accommodation reflects typical High Season pricing for this resort and may vary by exact dates and property. Flights aren’t included — use the link above to check live fares from your departure city.

Ski rental

breuil cervinia
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Valtournenche
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Skiset ski & snowboard rental

Getting there

Train — Zermatt station
✓ Direct connection
Car-free resort — arrive by train, last leg from Täsch (5 min shuttle from the car park).
Airport — Torino (TRN)
120km to resort · 1h 35m drive · 1h 35m shuttle (Alps2Alps)
Airport — Geneva (GVA)
240km to resort · 3h 30m drive · 3h 30m shuttle (Alps2Alps)
Airport — Zurich (ZRH)
258km to resort · 3h 39m drive · 3h 39m shuttle (Alps2Alps)
Airport — Milan Malpensa (MXP)
182km to resort · 2h 10m drive · 2h 10m shuttle (Alps2Alps)
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Ski holiday

Flights, transfers and a catered chalet in Zermatt, booked as one package with Skiworld.

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Where to stay, by village

breuil cervinia
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Valtournenche
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Accommodation

Find the best places to stay close to the slopes in Zermatt.

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Frequently asked questions

+How big is the Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise ski area?

Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise has 322km of piste served by 51 lifts, with a vertical range from 1562m to 3899m.

+How much does a day ski pass cost at Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise?

An adult day pass costs CHF 104.00 in the main season. A child's pass is CHF 52.00.

+Is Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise snow-sure?

Glacier skiing to 3899m, open almost year-round

+Is Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise a good resort for families?

Zermatt is very family-friendly, featuring the dedicated Wolli Park Sunnegga beginner zone, kids under 9 skiing free, and car-free village streets

+Does Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise have cross-country / Nordic skiing?

Yes — Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise has 15km of cross-country / langlauf trails.

+Can you ski at Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise in summer?

Aimed for 365 days a year

+What's the nearest airport to Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise?

Torino (TRN), approximately 120km away (around 2h drive).

+Is there a direct train to Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise?

Yes, Zermatt station has a direct connection.

+When is the Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise ski season?

The current season runs from 1 November 2025 to 1 May 2026.

+When is the best time to visit Zermatt — Matterhorn Ski Paradise?

The best time to ski in Zermatt is late January and March for reliable snow and fewer crowds

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