Have you dreamed of carving first tracks on the perfectly prepared pistes? Now you can in Zermatt! This winter, thanks to the Zermatt lift company, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG, you can enjoy ‘First Tracks’ in this world-class Swiss resort. Just imagine…while everyone else is still waking up with morning coffee, you’ll be already in the cable…
Although most of Air Zermatt’s helicopters remained on the group during the lockdown in spring 2020, they kept themselves busy. Air Zermatt used the time to renovate their heliport, adding a new visitor centre, kitchen and office space. Renovated visitor centre The visitor centre has comfortable seating, entertainment and information facilities all located at the…
Zermatt have released their designs for ski specific masks for this winter. There are different masks designed to work with ski helmets or for skiing with a regular hat. Masks suitable for ski helmets What we like about the masks is that they also have a specific design for helmet-wearers. Available from mid-December You can…
The Matterhorn Ski Paradise in Zermatt has again been named the best ski area in the Alps. The ‘Best Ski Resort’ report is the largest independent guest satisfaction study in the Alps, and is carried out every two years. Back at Number 1 After wins in 2014 and 2016 and finishing in second place in…
Despite challenges this summer due to lockdown and Covid measures, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG (ZBAG) has done some tremendous work in keeping the new Kumme lift on schedule. Old stations demolished Firstly in spring, the old base and top stations were demolished, with the foundations of three new stations put in place, using material from the original buildings…
There was good news yesterday as the rules relating to Covid-19 in Switzerland changed. New health security measures were announced by the Federal Council increasing safety measures, but also removing quarantine for most countries. No quarantine for UK citizens Previously people arriving from most countries were required to quarantine for 10 days on arrival in…
After a period of uncertainly, it has been confirmed that the Gault&Millau-listed Restaurant Paradies in Findeln is going to be acquired by the nearby Chez Vrony. Chez Vrony will take over ownership Caston Zeiter – famous for his ravioli – was chef for years at Restaurant Paradies and put it on the map. However, he…
A Polish coldblood horse named Benny is one of the new stars of Zermatt for this winter. Lifts Available from Friday to Sunday Benny has been working to help move packages in Zermatt since the summer and is now offering rides for passengers as well. Lifts are available around town every Friday to Sunday, starting…
There is a 20% saving to be made on your lift pass for Zermatt this winter, if you purchase your ticket before the end of October. This Early Bird Discount applies to all Zermatt lift passes lasting from 6 to 21 when they are bought online before 31 October 2020. Save 20% on your Zermatt…
Win this useful and stylish hip flask from Matterhorn Chalets! Next time you’re feeling the cold on the slopes, or simply want to sit back and enjoy the view of the marvellous Matterhorn, simply slip your hip flask from your pocket for the ultimate pick-me-up! Enter by clicking here or on the image below before 14 October 2020: