Zermatt, Switzerland

Zermatt Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 5.8 thous.Area: 93.79 mi²Elevation: 5282 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 46°1'6"N, 7°44'54"E
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ValaisSwitzerland

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Zermatt Top Attractions

Zermatt Attractions - What to See and Explore

Zermatt offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Gornergrat, Hörnli Hut, Schwarzsee, Riffelsee. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Things to See and Do in Zermatt by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Zermatt.

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    Gornergrat

    ZermattRidge with a cog railway and scenic views
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    Matterhorn

    ZermattIconic mountain with a steep ascent
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    Unterrothorn

    ZermattGrand mountain with a cable car
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    Trockener Steg

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    Mettelhorn

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Park

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    Riffelsee

    ZermattAlpine lake with Matterhorn views
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    Trockener Steg

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    Natural attractionMountainSki area
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    Mettelhorn

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    Natural attractionMountainPark
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    Grünsee

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    Natural attractionLakeBody of water
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    Oberrothorn

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Nature

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    Gornergrat

    ZermattRidge with a cog railway and scenic views
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    Schwarzsee

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    NatureNatural attractionLake
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    Matterhorn

    ZermattIconic mountain with a steep ascent
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    Unterrothorn

    ZermattGrand mountain with a cable car
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Zermatt – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Zermatt, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Swiss Vapeur Parc, Zinal, Trümmelbach Falls (Lauterbrunnen).

  • swiss vapeur parc50 milesNW
  • zinal10 milesNW
  • trummelbach falls lauterbrunnen39 milesN
  • fiescheralp32 milesNE
  • stockalper palace brig24 milesNE

Best Time To Visit Zermatt

Learn when is the best time to travel to Zermatt weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June, July and August are the busiest months in this location.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July and September. Most of it rains in March, April, May, October and November.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Zermatt?

The top attractions to visit in Zermatt are:

What is the best time to visit Zermatt?

June, July and August are the busiest months in this location. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Where to next? Visit valais Valais region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Switzerland.