What is unique about Zermatt?

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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Regarded by many as Switzerland's top ski resort and by those in the know as the world's best, Zermatt is extremely picturesque, car-free and offers spectacular views of the Matterhorn and 28 other 4,000 metre peaks surrounding the mountain village.

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Symbolic of Switzerland, and situated on the border between the canton of Valais and Italy, it's a destination that attracts visitors from all over the world. Known internationally by its German name the Matterhorn, it owes its fame to its almost perfect pyramid shape.

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The Bahnhofstrasse is Zermatt's main street, and a delight to walk along at any time with its bars, restaurants, boutiques, souvenir shops, bakeries and shops selling cakes and chocolates.

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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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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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The Yeti is the main antagonist of the Disneyland attraction Matterhorn Bobsleds. It is a vicious monster that lives on the Matterhorn, attacking humans that dare to enter onto the mountain. Its vocal sound effects were provided by Frank Welker.

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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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Its sharply pointed peak attracts visitors around the world to the Swiss Alps to glimpse it for themselves, and there is perhaps no better place to do so than Zermatt. Not only is this southern Swiss resort town special for its views and ski slopes, but it's also famously car-free.

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The car-free village of Zermatt offers a rich variety of mountain romance 365 days a year. And everything packed into a very small area.

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A complete guide for visiting Zermatt, Switzerland
  1. See Switzerland's famous Matterhorn mountain.
  2. Learn about the history of Zermatt.
  3. Go shopping on Zermatt's main street.
  4. Snuggle up and enjoy a hot drink.
  5. Hit Zermatt's ski slopes.
  6. Go Mountain biking.
  7. Go for a hike with views over Zermatt's mountain ranges.


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