Findeln chapel or Jakobus der Altere is the chapel in Findeln and is dedicated to St.James, patron saint of pilgrims, and belongs to Zermatt’s older sanctuaries. The winged altarpiece is a piece of cultural heritage unmatched in the Upper Valais. ...

Zermatt is one of the best places that you can spend your vacation in. Enjoy the beautiful virgin lands, the snow capped mountains of the Alps, Mount Matterhorn, and the beautiful lush green forests surrounding them, accompanied by some of ...

Chapel in der Wildi is a striking white chapel that stands on the road running through the village of Randa. The small sanctuary is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The chapel “in der Wildi” was built in 1882 and is ...

The English Church is an important part of Zermatt’s history and traditions. It is closely linked to the British visitors who were among the first to want to see and experience the Matterhorn. For Zermatt, the English Church occupies an ...

Summer is right around the corner and it is starting to be a wonderful weather to go hiking in Zermatt. Hiking up to the churches and chapels in Zermatt is one way to enjoy your stay in Zermatt. Whether you ...

Taschalplauf is open running race that has long been popular in Tasch. Combining sport and pleasure, it features a traditional Alperfest or alpine celebration on the high pastures at Taschalp. The course of 7.64 kilometers incorporates a climb of 780 ...

Matterhorn Ultraks Trail 30K is a course that demands a great deal of effort, even through endurance athletes regard it as medium distance. Runners cover total of 30 kilometers, with ascents and descents of 2000 vertical meters. The 30K race ...

Summer is almost here in Zermatt. You can ski in Zermatt even during summer, or since it is nice and warm, it is an excellent season to go hiking. But if you’re a jogger, or love to run, there are ...

The Breithorn which is near Zermatt, is a heavily glaciated mountain crest with several peaks. Many budding mountaineers choose this for their first 4000 meter summit since it is one of the easiest 4000 meter peaks in the Alps. It ...

Zermatt to Furi is a hiking trial that leads from Zermatt straight to Furi. Allow plenty of time for this walk since there are wonderful restaurants on the route. After the last houses at the end of the village of ...