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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 Length394km
Highest Lift3,900m
Resort Height1,620m
 Nearest AirportsSion and Geneva
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Zermatt

The ski area of Zermatt is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,620m, with 394km of marked runs.

Summary

Zermatt is one of the larger Ski Resorts in Switzerland and has direct access to 394km 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 1,620m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,900m, 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 21km long and the most difficult run is the 'Tiefbach', which is 33km in length.

Snow and Weather

When will it snow in Zermatt?

The next notable snow forecast is 2cm, expected on 20 December.

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Ski Area Stats

Zermatt Ski Area

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

Altitudes & Slopes

Zermatt Ski Area Heights

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,900m
Lowest Piste1,620m
Resort Altitude (Zermatt)1,620m
Max Vertical2,280m

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

Ski Lessons in Zermatt

Find a Ski Instructor

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

Location and Map

Where is Zermatt?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Visp District, 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?

 Opened (since 1 November 2024).

 Closes : 30 April 2025.

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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