The 2024/25 Ikon Pass went on sale this week and as in previous years, Zermatt, the world’s most famous ski resort, is included again. 

This will be the seventh winter of the Ikon Pass, which offers skiing at 57 ski resorts across the world, covering 8 countries – and it makes skiing in Europe’s most prestigious ski resort, at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn mountain, more affordable than ever.

For our American friends looking for accommodation advice for your Zermatt trip, please contact us now. 

First European Ski Area on Ikon Pass

The Zermatt ski area was the first European ski area to be included on the Ikon Pass. In recent years, Kitzbuhel (Austria), Chamonix (France), Grand Valira (Andorra) and Dolomiti Superski (Italy) have all been added as well. 

 

What is the Ikon Pass?

The Ikon Pass is a global lift pass allowing the holder to ski on five continents and choose between over 50 ski destinations. 

Zermatt isn’t the only big-name destination as the Ikon Pass also includes Mammoth Mountain and Jackson Hole in the States, Banff’s ‘Big 3’ (Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, Mt. Norquay) in Canada, Mt Hutt in New Zealand and Niseko in Japan. 

The addition of Zermatt increased the combined ski area offered by the Ikon Pass by 300km, which is 100km more than the total ski runs you can access from Banff.

 

Swiss quality and iconic views

The Zermatt lift company is very proud to be included on the pass:

“Zermatt and Matterhorn Ski Paradise are pleased to be the first European destination on the Ikon Pass. We look forward to offering our best Swiss quality and lifestyle to Ikon Pass holders everywhere. 

We are excited to share our passion and devotion to skiing within the Ikon Pass community and its impressive destination partners across the globe.”

When can you ski in Zermatt with the Ikon Pass?

Ikon Pass holders can access the Matterhorn Ski Paradise area on seven separate days, with no black out dates.

In Zermatt, even on peak season dates, if you have a full Ikon Pass, you can visit and ski at any point during the ski season for 7 days.

Ikon Base Pass holders are eligible for access for five days, although the following blackout dates apply:

Dec 26, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
Jan 18, 2025 – Jan 19, 2025
Feb 15, 2025 – Feb 16, 2025

Please note that this does not include the international extension to Cervinia in Italy. However, it is possible to upgrade to this for CHF46 per day.

See the Matterhorn in Zermatt with the Ikon Pass

What else does the Ikon Pass include?

The Ikon Pass includes discounts for brands such as The North Face, food and beverage options and for other brands.

What is the cost of a 2024/25 Ikon Pass? 

An Ikon Pass for the 2024/25 season start from USD $1249. An Ikon Base Pass is available for USD $869. There are additional discounts if you are renewing your pass. 

To put that in perspective a 7-day Matterhorn Ski Paradise lift pass normally costs CHF409 (USD458), so you if you are skiing in the States through the winter, it’s like getting a free lift pass for Zermatt.

Please note that to ski in Zermatt you will have to pay a one-off CHF5 for the actual RFID card required to use the lifts.

 

Can I buy an Ikon Pass for 2024/25?

Yes, Ikon Passes for 2024/25 are now on sale. Prices go up on a regular basis, so don’t wait too long to buy yours.

Why Zermatt?

Ikon has chosen to team up with Zermatt as they see the resort as a true icon that is known around the world. Naturally, Zermatt’s snow record was a big influence on the decision to join the Ikon Pass.

Also Zermatt is easy to reach as it is well located near the international airports of Zurich and Geneva.

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If you are an Ikon pass holder and are planning to visit Zermatt, then check out our luxury accommodation options on our website.

Or if you prefer a chat please call us: Ed or Suzanne can help arrange every detail of your stay in Zermatt via our Concierge Service. Simply call us on +41 79 247 15 88