Five years ago Ed and Suzanne Mannix set up Matterhorn Chalets – the Zermatt specialist ski company – but the roots of their business can be dated back to when they first met in Courmayeur in 1981. At the time Ed was working as overseas manager for Ski West, while Suzanne was PA to Mark…
Christmas in Zermatt is a magical experience. Not magical in the cliched sense of the word, that so many ski resorts claim, but a truly enchanting and fascinating slice of Swiss Alpine life. We’ve been spending Christmas in Zermatt for years, and here are our top seven reasons why you should too: Wonderful Après-ski High…
Whether you love skiing or now, Zermatt is a wonderfully romantic option for a honeymoon. The mountains are stunning at any time, but the Matterhorn tops them all for magnificent iconic views, and car free Zermatt is the ultimate picture-perfect ski resort. Should I go on Honeymoon in Zermatt? Of course! Romance is at the…
Matterhorn Chalets offers two wheelchair accessible chalets in Zermatt. Chalets Binna and Banja: wheelchair accessible chalets in Zermatt Both Chalet Binna and Chalet Banja are specifically designed to accommodate wheelchair users and mobility impaired guests. There is ramp access to the front door of both chalets and each has its own internal lift between floors.…
Finding the best chalet rental for your vacation in Switzerland is easy – if you’re looking for iconic views, world class skiing and a picture perfect town, then look no further than Zermatt. Zermatt is the best destination in Switzerland and is synonymous with quality accommodation. Matterhorn Chalets is proud to offer some of the…
Are you looking for a chalet with a hot tub in Zermatt? Matterhorn Chalets offer four luxury chalets in Zermatt with hot tubs, spas, jacuzzis or swimming pool. If you like to soak your aching muscles after a tough day of skiing then we have several options to ease those weary limbs on your next…
2018 is a special year for Air Zermatt as it celebrates its 50th anniversary since its founding in 1968. The red and white starred helicopters are known throughout the world for their competence and experience. As well as saving those in troubles on the mountains, the company also offers tourist flights, transfers and commercial transportation…
Zermatt has a large marmotte population, but these cute critters aren’t always welcome in our resort. Historically, the marmottes (or marmots) have lived at high altitudes, above the treeline, but in recent years in Zermatt they have settled in the village itself. Damage to buildings and gardens Fields and gardens can be damaged and it’s…
New this summer is helibiking in Zermatt. Why not try the ultimate thrill and combine mountain biking with a helicopter trip? Taking off from the Air Zermatt base in resort, you and your friends can take a helicopter to one of three designated mountain landing sites: Äschihorn (3562m), Alphubeljoch (3782m) or Unterrothorn (3104m). A mountain…
Okay, we might be a tiny bit biased, but we’re evidently not the only ones who think that Zermatt is the best resort in Switzerland by far. This month, TripAdvisor confirmed Zermatt as the Top Destination in Switzerland…for the fifth year in a row. This annual award from TripAdvisor is a ‘Travellers’ Choice’ award, based…