Peak Elevation
3,899 m
12,792 ft
Vertical Drop
2,291 m
7,516 ft
Skiable Area
1,457 ha
3,600 ac
Avg Snowfall
265 cm
104.2 in
Lifts
52
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About
Zermatt is a car-free resort in the Swiss Valais, reached only by train and set beneath the Matterhorn. Lifts climb to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise at 3,883 meters, the highest cable car station in Europe, anchoring roughly 322 kilometers of linked piste and year-round glacier skiing. The Matterhorn Alpine Crossing carries skiers over the border into Breuil-Cervinia, Italy.
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Operated by Zermatt Bergbahnen AG
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Zermatt have?
Zermatt has 52 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 92,243 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Zermatt?
Zermatt has a vertical drop of 7,516 feet (2,291 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Zermatt?
The summit of Zermatt sits at 12,792 feet (3,899 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Zermatt have?
Zermatt has 148 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Zermatt?
Zermatt covers 3,600 acres (1,457 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Zermatt offer night skiing?
No, Zermatt does not offer night skiing.
Does Zermatt have snowmaking?
Yes, Zermatt has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Zermatt get each year?
Zermatt averages around 104.2 inches (265 cm) of snowfall per season.
