Why you should visit Zermatt in low season
Sightseeing
Zermatlantis, an underground museum showing Zermatt's development over the years. You will get to see a recreation of the original houses and interiors and learn more about the very first ascent back in 1865. The museum is the perfect place to discover and learn more about Zermatt's history (audio guides are available in German, English, French and Japanese)! The museum is located on the main street of the village, why not combine your visit with a bit of window shopping or a stroll through the Bahnhofstrasse?
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Musée du Matterhorn - Zermatlantis
11 Kirchpl.Zermatlantis, an underground museum showing Zermatt's development over the years. You will get to see a recreation of the original houses and interiors and learn more about the very first ascent back in 1865. The museum is the perfect place to discover and learn more about Zermatt's history (audio guides are available in German, English, French and Japanese)! The museum is located on the main street of the village, why not combine your visit with a bit of window shopping or a stroll through the Bahnhofstrasse?
Have you always wanted to see what Zermatt and its surrounding mountains look like from above? FlyZermatt offers flights all year round, starting at the top of the Gornergrat, Rotenboden, Rothorn, Blauherd and Klein Matterhorn. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can assist you with making reservations.
Fly Zermatt Paragliding
2 Bahnhofpl.Have you always wanted to see what Zermatt and its surrounding mountains look like from above? FlyZermatt offers flights all year round, starting at the top of the Gornergrat, Rotenboden, Rothorn, Blauherd and Klein Matterhorn. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can assist you with making reservations.
''The sky is the limit.'' Book your scenic flight around the Matterhorn and surrounding mountains with Air Zermatt - an experience you will never forget!
Air Zermatt
12 Bahnhofpl.''The sky is the limit.'' Book your scenic flight around the Matterhorn and surrounding mountains with Air Zermatt - an experience you will never forget!
Hiking & Biking
The Blauherd-region is a fantastic region to explore in the summer time, but also in October when the Indian Summer begins! The trees are turning red, orange and yellow and and the temperatures are not too warm but also not too cold. Take the funicular up to Sunnegga and change over to the gondola which takes you to Blauherd. From here you can start your biking adventure or hiking route back down towards Zermatt or to Riffelalp. We can highly recommend for you take a break at the Grünsee (one of the many mountain lakes) or to enjoy a coffee at Alphitta (close to the Riffelalp station) which beautiful views of the mountains.
Blauherd
The Blauherd-region is a fantastic region to explore in the summer time, but also in October when the Indian Summer begins! The trees are turning red, orange and yellow and and the temperatures are not too warm but also not too cold. Take the funicular up to Sunnegga and change over to the gondola which takes you to Blauherd. From here you can start your biking adventure or hiking route back down towards Zermatt or to Riffelalp. We can highly recommend for you take a break at the Grünsee (one of the many mountain lakes) or to enjoy a coffee at Alphitta (close to the Riffelalp station) which beautiful views of the mountains.
Enjoy the views (and with a bit of luck you get to see the reflection of the Matterhorn on the lake) of the Riffelsee and its surroundings during the Indian Summer. Take the train up to Gornergrat and start your hike down towards the Riffelsee or even further towards Riffelalp or Zermatt. Don't forget to treat yourself to a coffee or a cold beer at the restaurant at Riffelberg or at Alphitta (Riffelalp)!
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Riffelsee
Enjoy the views (and with a bit of luck you get to see the reflection of the Matterhorn on the lake) of the Riffelsee and its surroundings during the Indian Summer. Take the train up to Gornergrat and start your hike down towards the Riffelsee or even further towards Riffelalp or Zermatt. Don't forget to treat yourself to a coffee or a cold beer at the restaurant at Riffelberg or at Alphitta (Riffelalp)!
Just 1.5 hours of hiking away from Zermatt lies Zmutt, a hamlet which is over 500 years old. This hike is suitable for all ages and the perfect way to enjoy Zermatt's nature.
Zmutt
Just 1.5 hours of hiking away from Zermatt lies Zmutt, a hamlet which is over 500 years old. This hike is suitable for all ages and the perfect way to enjoy Zermatt's nature.
The Gornergrat Railway is open 365 days a year, which means that you can plan your perfect visit to the top of the Gornergrat also in May as well as October/November. Combine your trip to the top with hiking down towards the Riffelsee and hop back on the train at the Riffelberg station!
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Gornergratbahn
1 BahnhofplatzThe Gornergrat Railway is open 365 days a year, which means that you can plan your perfect visit to the top of the Gornergrat also in May as well as October/November. Combine your trip to the top with hiking down towards the Riffelsee and hop back on the train at the Riffelberg station!
Neighbourhoods
The Old Village, this is where you get to see over 30 buildings all constructed in the traditional style, a must for photographers! Some of the barns, stores and stables are over 500 years old, if you would like to know more about Zermatt and its history we can highly recommend you to book a guide who takes you on a Zermatt Village Tour. If you would like to stay in the old part of town, do not hesitate to contact us to find out more about our availability for Chalet Z'Gogwärgji or our apartments in Haus Dent Blanche. Don't forget to pass by our office to say hello when you are walking through the old street!
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Hinterdorfstrasse
HinterdorfstrasseThe Old Village, this is where you get to see over 30 buildings all constructed in the traditional style, a must for photographers! Some of the barns, stores and stables are over 500 years old, if you would like to know more about Zermatt and its history we can highly recommend you to book a guide who takes you on a Zermatt Village Tour. If you would like to stay in the old part of town, do not hesitate to contact us to find out more about our availability for Chalet Z'Gogwärgji or our apartments in Haus Dent Blanche. Don't forget to pass by our office to say hello when you are walking through the old street!
Summer Skiing
Skiing on the Theodul Glacier morning and hiking in the afternoon? Purchase your summer ski pass (2 May 2023 until 31 October 2023) and take the cable car up to Klein Matterhorn to enjoy 21 kilometers of pistes. Our tip is to start early in the morning as you will get to experience the best conditions at that time. You will see ski teams from all over the world practising for the upcoming winter season. Take the gondola back down to Zermatt after lunch and change into your hiking clothes to make the most of your day!
Theodul Glacier
Skiing on the Theodul Glacier morning and hiking in the afternoon? Purchase your summer ski pass (2 May 2023 until 31 October 2023) and take the cable car up to Klein Matterhorn to enjoy 21 kilometers of pistes. Our tip is to start early in the morning as you will get to experience the best conditions at that time. You will see ski teams from all over the world practising for the upcoming winter season. Take the gondola back down to Zermatt after lunch and change into your hiking clothes to make the most of your day!
Spa relaxation
Book one of the four apartments in Chalet Shalimar and benefit from a shared pool and wellness area on the lower floor of the chalet! Chalet Shalimar offers comfort and allows you to fully relax after a day in the mountains. The apartments are available between 6 May and 28 October 2023.
Chalet Shalimar
20 MooswegBook one of the four apartments in Chalet Shalimar and benefit from a shared pool and wellness area on the lower floor of the chalet! Chalet Shalimar offers comfort and allows you to fully relax after a day in the mountains. The apartments are available between 6 May and 28 October 2023.
Conseils sur la ville
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A stroll through Zermatt's main street
Don't forget to take a stroll through the main street of Zermatt, to do some window shopping, buy yourself a souvenir and to enjoy a coffee and a delicious piece of home made cake at the Petit Royal!
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Forest Fun Park
The Forest Fun Park (season opening 27 May 2023) offers something for everyone - young and old! The Kid's Trail is open for young adventurers from the age of 4 (120+ cm tall) and the Big Trails are accessible for everyone older than 8 years old. The Park also has a spacious terrace with Matterhorn views for those who wish to observe the adventurers while enjoying a cup of coffee or a cold beer. Can you already see yourself ziplining from one tree to another one during the Indian Summer?
Déplacements
Timetables & Opening times
It is important to note that the gondolas, trains and buses do not run as frequently compared to the busier seasons. Nowadays you can find the timetables for all public transport services as well as the gondolas and lifts online. To avoid disappointment we can strongly recommend for you to find out if the region you would like to visit is accessible during your stay (are the cable cars running, is it accessible on foot, and so on). Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have trouble finding the right information, we are more than happy to assist you!