Zermatt is one of the true greats. As one reporter enthused ‘If you were to visit only one resort in the world, this would be it’. It is set high in the Alps, amongst beautiful scenery, with the majestic Matterhorn towering over the village. The clientele is cosmopolitan, the restaurants superb, and the high altitude skiing undeniably excellent, not to mention snow-sure.
New lifts in recent years have interlinked the main ski areas, giving easy access to the never-ending on and off piste. What’s more, Zermatt is a serious destination for skiers and boarders with a taste for the finer things in life; the rosti at Simi, sofas on the terrace at Chez Vrony, and the fabulous cuisine at Zum See. Situated on the Swiss/Italian border, one can also easily ski into Cervinia for the day.
The village is car free, making horse-drawn sleighs a popular mode of transport and creating the ambience of a bygone era. This charming setting, set at the foot of the Matterhorn, makes Zermatt a truly elegant classic. |
