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Zermatt Ski Resort Guide

Zermatt, Switzerland

Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)

Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length394km245 miles
Highest Lift3,900m12,795ft
Resort Height1,620m5,315ft
 Nearest AirportsSion and Geneva
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Zermatt

The ski area of Zermatt is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,620m5,315ft, with 394km245 miles of marked runs.

Summary

Zermatt is one of the larger Ski Resorts in Switzerland and has direct access to 394km245 miles of downhill skiing, with 59 marked pistes, served by a total of 40 ski lifts. Zermatt is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Breuil-Cervinia.

The ski resort itself is at 1,620m5,315ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,900m12,795ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

Skiing

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Snowboarding

Zermatt is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Zermatt.

Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Zermatt is 21km13 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Tiefbach', which is 33km21 miles in length.

Snow and Weather

When will it snow in Zermatt?

The next notable snow forecast is 3cm1in, expected on 21 March.

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Ski Area Stats

Zermatt Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
2147km29 miles
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
41109km68 miles
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
1229km18 miles
Downhill
Total Length
394km245 miles
Cross Country
Total Length
9km6 miles
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
40

Altitudes & Slopes

Zermatt Ski Area Heights

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,900m12,795ft
Lowest Piste1,620m5,315ft
Resort Altitude (Zermatt)1,620m5,315ft
Max Vertical2,280m7,480ft

Ski Slope Aspects

N, E, S, W

Zermatt has ski slopes facing north, south, as well as east and west, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Zermatt
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

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Ski Lessons in Zermatt

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To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Zermatt Ski Schools and Zermatt Ski Instructors.

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Location and Map

Where is Zermatt?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Visp, Valais.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Zermatt is Sion, 100 minutes drive away.

Geneva airport is also within three hours drive.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 40 ski lifts are able to uplift 75,180 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, with 350 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Zermatt open?

 Closes : April 30, 2024.

Zermatt is usually open all year.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Piste Map

Zermatt Piste Map
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