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In the Swiss canton of Valais near the Italian border, The car-free mountain village at the foot of the Matterhorn is one of the most prestigious ski resorts in the Alps. In summer, the slopes transform into a hiking paradise with views of over 30 four-thousand-meter peaks. Only electric vehicles are permitted.

What awaits you

SkiingHikingActiveLocal cuisineNatureCar-free

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Best time to visit

Max. temperature
0°
Jan
2°
Feb
3°
Mar
4°
Apr
10°
May
15°
Jun
18°
Jul
18°
Aug
13°
Sep
11°
Oct
4°
Nov
1°
Dec
Sunshine hours
6h
Jan
7h
Feb
8h
Mar
10h
Apr
10h
May
12h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
9h
Sep
6h
Oct
6h
Nov
5h
Dec
Rain days
10d
Jan
9d
Feb
13d
Mar
11d
Apr
11d
May
9d
Jun
6d
Jul
6d
Aug
11d
Sep
12d
Oct
13d
Nov
12d
Dec

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Zermatt as a Vacation Destination

Zermatt is an excellent choice for ski holidays, hiking trips, active holidays. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 18°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. As an upscale destination, a more generous budget is advisable. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
€€€€€
Local languages
DE
Camping
Tent & caravan