Is Zermatt better than Lucerne?

I would recommend Zermatt - if you like mountains and hiking and quiet, Lucerne if you like cities and nightlife. Lucerne is a city, you will find the same kinds of things in Lucerne that you will find in Geneva - Lucerne does have Mt. Pilatus, you can take a great round trip tour, boat, cog rail, tram, gondola, bus...



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With the Matterhorn as the town's central focus, Zermatt is one of the most recognisable places in the world. Featuring 54 mountain railways/lifts and 360km of pistes, Zermatt is truly a skier's paradise (although there are plenty of things to do for non-skiers in the winter as well!).

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Short answer – yes. Long answer – absolutely, yes. Between its decorated history, neighboring mountains, stunning lake and rich culture, you're sure to find something for everyone here. It was one of my favorite places to visit in all of Switzerland, so I confidently say Lucerne is worth a visit.

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Why is Zermatt so famous? Firstly, Zermatt is home to the Matterhorn. At 14,692ft-high, it's one of the most famous mountains in Switzerland, distinguishable for its pyramid-shaped peak. It's a mecca for mountaineers and climbers.

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Peak glamour at this luxury Swiss ski resort Boasting snow-covered slopes in winter and wildflower meadows in summer, Zermatt is a take-your-breath-away setting whatever the season.

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Peak glamour at this luxury Swiss ski resort Boasting snow-covered slopes in winter and wildflower meadows in summer, Zermatt is a take-your-breath-away setting whatever the season.

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Lucerne is best-known for the wooden bridge spanning the river to connect the city. The most famous and world's oldest one is the Chapel Bridge dating back to the 14th century. This pedestrians bridge is decorated with pictures representing Lucerne's history.

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Lucerne is better known for its museums, nightlife, historical sights, shopping, and big city activities, while Interlaken is more popular for its skiing, food, hiking, impressive beauty, and quaint atmosphere.

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The Matterhorn is obviously the most unique and noticeable mountain in Zermatt. However did you know Zermatt also has a croissant shaped mountain! This peak that in Swiss German is called the “Gipfeli Gipfel” is a hidden gem and definitely worth a visit if you like quirky sights like us….

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How Many Days Do You Need in Zermatt? With two full days, you can visit all three peaks, do a little hiking (in the summer), and explore the town. Just keep your fingers crossed that you have good weather so you can see the Matterhorn. Three days gives you more leisurely time.

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1. Book your trip to Zermatt in the off-season: It gets too crowded and expensive in the summer and winter peak seasons. 2. Take cable cars: Some tourists visit the town and skip seeing Gornergrat and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.

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The central Old Town area is compact and can get crowded, but it's easy to lose the herd by venturing out a little to see the famous Lion of Lucerne or walk the Musegg Wall, with its series of watchtowers. All the major sites are walkable.

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The Grand Hotel Zermatterhof lies at the very heart of Zermatt and is host to royalty, Hollywood celebrities and mountaineers.

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Zermatt is known for its après-ski activities, which include tea dances, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and discos.

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