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Zermatt

Zermatt is a renowned mountaineering and ski resort nestled at the upper end of the Mattertal valley in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. Situated at 1,620 meters at the foot of the country's highest peaks, it serves as the southernmost commune of the German-speaking region. With a year-round population of approximately 5,800, the town's economy is heavily driven by tourism, with nearly half of local jobs in hospitality and a significant portion of housing dedicated to vacation apartments. The village offers a car-free alpine atmosphere, providing hotel guests with direct access to world-class skiing and hiking trails surrounding the iconic Matterhorn.

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Before choosing where to stay

Where to Base

Hotels are concentrated at the upper end of the Mattertal and the town center. As a car-free zone, staying near cable car stations or the main square maximizes convenience for accessing restaurants and attractions on foot.

Getting Around

Private vehicles are prohibited. Guests must park in Täsch and take an electric train into Zermatt. The town is primarily pedestrian, with cable cars and mountain railways connecting key areas and peaks.

Best Season

Accessible year-round. Winter is ideal for skiing and mountaineering, while summer offers excellent hiking and alpine views. As the population fluctuates significantly with tourist numbers, early booking is recommended.

Nearby attractions

Matterhorn

Matterhorn

Nature8.4 km

mountain in the Pennine Alps on the border between Switzerland and Italy

Gornergrat

Gornergrat

Nature4.9 km

mountain

Pennine Alps

Pennine Alps

Nature8.3 km

mountain range in the Western part of the Alps

Ober Gabelhorn

Ober Gabelhorn

Nature6.6 km

mountain in the Pennine Alps

Zinalrothorn

Zinalrothorn

Nature6.8 km

mountain in the Pennine Alps

Breithorn

Breithorn

Nature8.7 km

mountain of the Pennine Alps

Oberrothorn

Oberrothorn

Nature5.0 km

mountain

Weisshorn

Weisshorn

Nature9.5 km

mountain in the Pennine Alps

Bösentrift

Nature4.9 km

mountain in Switzerland

Klein Matterhorn

Klein Matterhorn

Nature9.1 km

mountain

Dom

Dom

Nature11.8 km

mountain in the Pennine Alps

Alphubel

Alphubel

Nature10.1 km

mountain in the Pennine Alps

Dining

Brasserie Uno

Restaurant Michelin€€€€88 m

​​A bustling little restaurant of the sort you might expect to find in Berlin or New York, this place is a real gem. The tables are set close together and the atmosphere is pleasingly laid back. You can watch the two chefs in the open kitchen as they prepare a six-course surprise menu. You need to allow plenty of time for this dining experience, but the 3.5hrs are absolutely worth it: the dishes are made with regional ingredients, and great emphasis is placed on seasonality and provenance. The dishes are thoughtfully devised and full of character, revealing a distinctive culinary identity. A v

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Alpine Gourmet Prato Borni

Restaurant Michelin€€€€163 m

This elegant fine dining restaurant in the town centre is housed in the magnificent Grand Hotel Zermatterhof. The classical setting done out with fine wood panelling affords a splendid view of the church, Pfarrkirche St Mauritius. Choose between two appealing set menus: One has an international focus with regional touches; the other is vegetarian and showcases regional produce. Besides the meticulous preparation, the balance of the flavours and the exceptional quality of the ingredients, the robust stocks and sauces deserve a special mention for the striking contrasts they add. Attentive servi

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Capri

Restaurant Michelin€€€€291 m

You don't have to venture to the island of Capri for sophisticated classic Italian cuisine, because the chefs of Capri Palace spend the winter at this restaurant in Zermatt. The lift takes you to the fourth floor of Le Petit Cervin (adjoining Mont Cervin Palace) in under 20 seconds. Diners can choose between two set menus – one of them vegetarian – or order à la carte. Service is attentive and seamlessly coordinated. In the elegant interior, premium materials and warm, light-toned wood combine to create a refined yet welcoming ambience. Tip: Opt for a window table to make the most of the view.

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After Seven

Restaurant Michelin€€€€309 m

The lift takes you up to the fine dining restaurant on the third floor of Backstage Hotel. Relax over an aperitif on the comfortable couch stationed beneath an originally designed chandelier made up of musical instruments. Then comes the creative surprise menu composed of five or six courses, which is prepared in the open kitchen by Florian Neubauer's dedicated team, and features dishes such as mussel, artichoke and chorizo, or beef, onion and sansho pepper. A novel touch: The bread is baked right at your table. There is also an optional cheese course. To accompany both set menus, you can choo

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Bazaar

RestaurantBib Gourmand€€VegVegan506 m

At this restaurant in the chic Alpine CERVO Mountain Resort, located at the end of a ski slope, you are whisked away to an exotic and predominantly vegetarian world of flavours, ranging from Arab to Chinese specialities, from baba ganoush (smoked eggplant, tahini, pomegranate and garlic) to the Indian dal makhani (black lentils, sweet potatoes, mustard tarak and chapati) and dim sum such as "Phoenix Eye" (tofu, glass noodles, black mushrooms and wombok) or Tibetan tse tang churo momos, and sweet mezze for dessert. The atmosphere is nice and laid back. From the conservatory you can look out ove

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Lusi Brasserie

Restaurant€€179 m

A tip before we get started: In fine weather, be sure to nab a table on the terrace in front of the building, from which you can take in stunning views of the Matterhorn! But the brasserie of the long-established Grand Hotel Zermatterhof also provides a delightful, classically elegant setting with its lovely walnut panelling and partially glass-paned vaulted ceiling. The cuisine is French and draws on international influences. The menu includes "Lusi Classics" such as calf's head, and traditional dishes such as Wiener schnitzel, steak tartare, burgers and flammkuchen – and there is always an e

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The Omnia

Restaurant€€€259 m

A lift whisks you up here from the pedestrian area – to some breathtaking views! The restaurant in the hotel of the same name presents an attractive à la carte menu, including vegetarian dishes. Those who enjoy the element of surprise can opt for the five-course "Chef's Choice" set menu (with meat/fish or vegetarian), with optional wine pairings. The wine list boasts a fantastic selection of labels from Switzerland and France, especially Burgundy and Bordeaux. The modern, upscale interior has clean lines and is furnished with large granite-topped tables. Tip: Start with an aperitif in the invi

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Potato-FINE FOOD RESTAURANT

Restaurant€€431 m

In the evenings, diners at this charming little restaurant in a lively street (Bahnhofstrasse) are met with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, which is only enhanced by the cordial and professional service. The menu features flavoursome modern cuisine crafted from high-quality local ingredients. The wine list exclusively features Valais labels, and the selection is impressive.

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