Zermatt

21. Blauherd at 2571 meters, is one of the great vantage points in the Zermatt mountains. Here, visitors have a superb view of many peaks including the Matterhorn. To get to Blauherd from Zermatt, you have to change transportation. First, ...

19. Marmot trail is a must trail for families and those who love animals. This trail offers a chance to see cute marmots up close. Marmots are fascinating animals whose shrill warning whistles can be heard from far away. This ...

17. Rothorn has the view of the highest peaks of the Valais Alps making it very popular to visitors. In summer, the Rothorn is the popular starting point for a variety of demanding hikes and in winter it is the ...

15. Zermatt remembers its mountain climbers and guides with monuments and memorial sites as well as the Mountain Climber Cemetery. Many visitors enjoy looking and taking pictures of the unique monuments and fountains while walking around Zermatt. The Inderbinen fountain ...

13. The English Church is an important part of Zermatt’s history and tradition, therefore is quite popular amongst visitors at Zermatt. It is closely linked to the British visitors who were among the first to want to see and experience ...

11. Hinter Dorf area has old farm buildings built of logs that visitors can’t help but notice. This place is the oldest surviving village center and some of the buildings are over 300 years old. These fascinating Valais log buildings ...

9. Walking around the village of Zermatt is something you really can’t miss while at Zermatt. The village of Zermatt has been shaped by ancient traditions and modern tourism. The thrilling contrasts can be explored on a walk through the ...

7. The mountaineer’s cemetery is a moving reminder of the accidents that have occurred in the mountains around Zermatt. Located close to St. Mauritius Church is the town’s cemetery which is quite a sobering experience. The cemetery has the gravestones ...

5. Sunnegga Paradise is an absolute paradise for families. The funicular ride from the valley station in Zermatt to Sunnegga takes only 3 minutes. The railway, fully renovated in 2013, leads up a rock tunnel through the inside of the ...

3. The Glacier Express carries guests in comfortable panorama cars through the most beautiful areas of the Alps from St.Moritz to Zermatt. During this journey, it crosses 291 bridges and goes through 91 tunnels. In Switzerland, a country in love ...