Zermatt is Alpine legend: a completely car-free village deep in the Valais, living under the Matterhorn — the world's most famous peak.
Great Experiences
- Gornergrat Railway: the 1898 cogwheel climb to 3,089m facing the Matterhorn and 29 four-thousanders.
- Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Europe's highest cable car station (3,883m) with year-round skiing.
- Riffelsee: the famous Matterhorn reflection.
Getting There
Cars stop at Täsch; a 12-minute shuttle train finishes the job. Give it at least two nights — the peak sometimes hides in clouds.
