The majestic Matterhorn dominates this attractive town and gives Zermatt one of the most impressive resort locations in the world. Wooden Valaisan farmhouses, narrow streets decked with colourful flowers, the traffic free centre and horse-drawn carriages add to the rustic feel and Zermatt's charm. The Gornergrat mountain railway, Sunnegga funicular and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (Klein Matterhorn) cable-car will whisk you up to some of the most beautiful vistas in Switzerland and numerous walking trails. Activities include skiing, tennis, swimming and cycling, making Zermatt the perfect choice for all ages!
Our opinion
· Charming traffic-free village full of chalets decked with flowers · Magnificent mountain views and walking opportunities
Transfer time
Zurich 3 hrs 30 mins, Geneva 4 hrs. Transfers by Swiss Rail.
Getting about
Your Swiss Card entitles you to discounts on all the mountain railways and gondolas. The Peak Pass is great for walkers and those who want unlimited access to Zermatt's lift system. Once in Zermatt there is so much to see and do it's unlikley you will want to venture down the valley.
Fact file
General
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Currency
Swiss Franc
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Passports and visas
- You will require a full British passport valid for the length of your stay. EU citizens can travel up to the expiry date of their passports.
- No visa is required.
- Please check this information as requirements are liable to change.
Travel
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Flight time
Approx. 1.5-2hrs -
Fly from
Birmingham, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester, Edinburgh
Weather
| daily temperature | daily sunshine | monthly rainfall | |
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| May | 19°C | 8hrs | 6.8cm |
| Jun | 23°C | 9hrs | 8.9cm |
| Jul | 25°C | 10hrs | 6.4cm |
| Aug | 24°C | 9hrs | 9.4cm |
| Sep | 21°C | 7hrs | 9.9cm |
| Oct | 14°C | 4hrs | 7.2cm |
Holiday deals
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