{"id":21945,"date":"2020-08-06T23:54:45","date_gmt":"2020-08-06T21:54:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelandkeepfit.com\/2020\/08\/19\/zermatt-the-most-beautiful-region-in-switzerland-practical-guide\/"},"modified":"2023-10-24T23:41:11","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T21:41:11","slug":"zermatt-the-most-beautiful-region-in-switzerland-practical-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelandkeepfit.com\/en\/2020\/08\/06\/zermatt-the-most-beautiful-region-in-switzerland-practical-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Zermatt – the most beautiful region in Switzerland – practical guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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I have visited Switzerland a few times, but my last summer hiking trip was the most spectacular. First of all, because I finally managed to make the famous Augstmatthorn trail – Interlaken and Augstmatthorn trail – the most awaited hike in Switzerland <\/strong><\/a><\/span>and practice yoga at the sunrise \u00a0– Swiss mornings, yoga among the hills and the amazing Rigi Kaltbad hotel overlooking the Alps<\/strong><\/a><\/span>. Secondly, I spent more time in Zermatt. This region has knocked me to my knees with its amazing places, outdoor challenges and endless landscapes. For the time being, it\u2019s my favorite part of Switzerland. It’s a cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me of Switzerland.<\/p>

\u00a0The car-free city of Zermatt, located in the canton of Valais at 1600 m above the sea level, attracts everyone who loves mountains. One of the most famous and beautiful mountains in the world, the 4478 m high Matterhorn rises above central Zermatt. It is accompanied by 28 four-thousanders (including Monte Rose and Mont Blanc) that are visible from the Gornergrat mountain railway station.<\/span><\/p>

\u00a0In addition, Zermatt has more than 400 kilometers of hiking trails and 245 kilometers of ski and snowboarding tracks. These are mainly located on the eastern side of the valley, which can be reached via network of mountain railways, cable cars and gondolas. On the other hand, the western part of Zermatt valley offers peace, quietness and the opportunity to see amazing fauna such as marmots, chamois and ibexes.<\/span><\/p>

\u00a0Tourists come here not only to relax in luxurious five-star hotels and world-class spas, but also to try traditional cuisine. It is an ideal place to combine the outdoor activities with stunning views and a great atmosphere of relaxation.<\/span><\/p>

The ski season in Zermatt runs from late November to early May, but the height of the Klein Matterhorn station (3883 m) makes year-round skiing available on many glaciers. There is a lot to do here in summer and the peak of the season is from mid-June (when the snow melts on the higher mountain trails) to early October.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Where to stay in Zermatt<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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In Zermatt there are more than 100 hotels, some in traditional style, others very modern. The most recommended hotels are Monte Rosa (the first hotel in Zermatt), Grand Hotel Zermatterhof and Mont Cervin Palace. They offer bars open to non-residents, where guests can experience the hospitality that characterizes the Zermatt hotel tradition.<\/p>

\u00a0I personally like boutique hotels with soul, so I decided to stay in Matthiol Boutique Hotel<\/strong><\/a>. It is a small hotel, with the very detailed design, which consists of several wooden houses in a beautiful mountain Swiss style. Located on the outskirts of the town, which guarantees a perfect peace and tranquility, it combines tradition and modernity. From the balconies you can admire the landscape, in the bedroom there is a bathtub overlooking the mountains and in the bathrooms there is a private sauna. In short words, it\u2019s a perfect place to relax after a long day in the mountains. The hotel\u2019s restaurant offers modern cuisine and the food is excellent. Honestly, I would like to spend more time in this place but during my last visit the schedule was really tight. But I had some nice time for a morning coffee with a mountain view and a long bath in a bathtub, so I can’t complain.<\/span><\/p>

\u00a0Zermatt is a small town and all hotels are within a walking distance. So is the cable car and the train station. Some, located on the outskirts of the town, guarantee a wonderful view. If you choose one of them, you can use small electric buses. Many hotels also offer pick-up from the station.<\/span><\/p>

Zermatt is relatively expensive, but there are also several cheap hotels. If you can’t find a hotel that fits your budget, you can consider booking a hotel in T\u00e4sch or another town nearby.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to move around in Zermatt<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Zermatt can be reached by train and cars are not allowed in town. However, the city itself is quite small and it\u2019s easy to walk. You can also take an electric taxi or a tiny bus.<\/p>

Railway stations in Zermatt<\/h6>

There are two railway stations in Zermatt: The “normal” railway station is the place where the Glacier Express and all other trains arrive. Across the street there is a another one for Gornergrat.<\/p>

Car-free traffic<\/h6>

Drivers can use a parking in the nearby village of T\u00e4sch. From there, frequent trains leave for Zermatt. The journey takes about 10 minutes. You can also bypass the mountain road to T\u00e4sch by parking in Visp and then take the train to Zermatt.<\/p>

Public transport<\/h6>

Small electric buses are the only public transport in Zermatt. If you have a ticket for any cable car\/mountain train, you will get a free ride to get to the station. The buses are also free for anyone who has a Swiss Travel Pass or Swiss Travel Pass Flex ticket.\u00a0On request, many hotels offer a free transfer to and from the train station.<\/p>

Mountain transport<\/h6>

The trails can be covered entirely on foot or combined with cable cars, lifts or trains. Most train passes give a discount on mountain transport tickets.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The alpine landscapes and outdoor challenges that Zermatt offers are definitely its main advantages. However, you have to be aware that Zermatt is a tourist hotspot during the season, especially during the summer and winter months. For some, it may even be too touristic. I was at the beginning of July and even though there were a lot of people on popular trails, it didn\u2019t destroy my experience.<\/p>

In terms of weather, this is a specific place. The mountains either block the clouds before they come over the area, or keep them in one place for a long time. It may rain for days or not at all for weeks. It is best to be prepared for anything. Zermatt is an ideal place for outdoor sports, but if the weather is bad, going to a different city may be time-consuming.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

In Zermatt you can enjoy winter sports all year round. In winter the whole area around the town is available for skiing, snowboarding and winter hiking. In summer the Klein Matterhorn glacier offers skiing and snowboarding.<\/p>

Bad weather conditions – what then?<\/h6>

If the weather is bad, you can consider:<\/p>

– a visit to the Matterhorn Museum<\/a><\/p>

– a city trip to Brig or Sion;<\/p>

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5-lakes trail<\/strong><\/h6>

The trail leads to Leisee, Stellisee, Grindjisee and Gr\u00fcnsee lakes. Each of these mountain lakes differs in shape, color, character, size and has its own vibe. The views of the mountain lakes are wonderful (three of them reflect the Matterhorn) and the trail is full of diversity.<\/p>