Skiing Beneath the Matterhorn: The Ultimate Zermatt Guide 🇨🇭⛷️

Welcome to Zermatt, the magical car-free village at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn! 🏔️ Getting here is part of the adventure; since cars aren't allowed, you’ll park in Täsch and take the shuttle train, or arrive in style on the world-famous Glacier Express train. Once in the village, getting around is easy on foot or via electric e-buses and horse-drawn carriages. The skiing here is world-class. Head up to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (the highest cable car station in Europe) for guaranteed snow and endless runs. For non-skiers, the cogwheel train to Gornergrat offers the most iconic photo op of the Toblerone mountain. After a long day on the slopes, the après-ski scene is legendary—check out Hennu Stall for music and vibes on your final run down. For food, you cannot leave without trying a traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue at Whymper-Stube or Raclette at Du Pont. Accommodation can be pricey; budget at least $250–$500 USD per night for a decent 3-4 star hotel during peak winter season. 💡 Pro Tip: Buy the "International Ski Pass." It allows you to ski across the border into Cervinia, Italy, for lunch (the pasta is amazing!) and ski back to Switzerland for dinner. #skitrip #skizermatt #winterwonderland #glacierparadise #gornergrat