The Italian side of the vast, cross-border Zermatt ski area is the high-altitude resort of Breuil-Cervinia (often simply called Cervinia). Located in the Aosta Valley, Cervinia sits at the foot of the Matterhorn, which Italians call Il Cervino. While Zermatt offers the "classic" jagged view of the peak, Cervinia offers a softer, "back-side" profile and is famous for its long, sun-drenched, and perfectly groomed runs that are generally more intermediate-friendly than the Swiss side. In 2026, the two resorts are seamlessly connected by the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing, a state-of-the-art cable car system that allows non-skiers and pedestrians to travel between Switzerland and Italy year-round in just 90 minutes. For skiers, this international connection means you can start your day in Zermatt for breakfast and ski over the Theodul Pass to have authentic pasta and wine for lunch in Italy, provided you have the "International" lift pass and your passport or ID card handy for the mountain border crossing.