Zermatt 5 Day Itinerary

Zermatt 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Zermatt Village

  • 🏨 Accommodation: Stay at Hotel Mont Cervin or similar, centrally located for easy access to shops, restaurants, and the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
  • 🚗 Transportation: Zermatt is a car-free town, so you’ll need to arrive by train (Zermatt train station). From there, electric taxis or the heated, battery-powered taxi-trains called “Train Snow” can take you around town.
  • 🏞 Activities: Spend your first day getting acclimated with Zermatt’s charming car-free village, visit the Matterhorn Museum to learn about the town’s history or stroll along the Gornergrat railway line for breathtaking views of the Matterhorn.
  • 🍽 Where to Eat: Lunch at Restaurant Schwarze Adler, and dinner at Chez Vrony, both offering traditional Swiss dishes with a modern twist.
  • 💡 Things to Know: Remember that Zermatt is a high-altitude town (1620m), so drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen during the day.

Day 2: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise & Gornergrat

  • 🏔 Activities: Take the Gornergrat Bahn to the summit of Gornergrat (3089m) for breathtaking panoramic views of the Alps, including the iconic Matterhorn. Continue to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (3883m) by cable car, where you can explore glaciers and enjoy lunch at a high-altitude restaurant.
  • 🍽 Where to Eat: Grab a quick lunch at the Restaurant Trocknerstube on Gornergrat or dine at the Schwarzsee Alpine Restaurant at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.

Day 3: Hiking and Mountain Biking

  • 🌳 Activities: Choose from numerous hiking trails in Zermatt, such as the Five Lakes Walk or the Haute Route trail to Cervinia, Italy. For mountain bikers, there are various routes available for all skill levels.
  • 🍽 Where to Eat: Post-hike, relax at the Riffelalp Alps Resort’s Restaurant Bistro or grab a drink and snack at the Matterhorn Bar, both located along popular hiking trails.

Day 4: Sunnegga & Furi Ski Area

  • 🏂 Activities: Spend your day exploring Sunnegga and Furi ski areas, offering sunny slopes, family-friendly activities, and stunning views of the Matterhorn. For beginners or those wanting a leisurely day, Sunnegga is ideal. More advanced skiers can venture to Furi for steeper runs.
  • 🍽 Where to Eat: Have lunch at Sunegga’s Restaurant Findeln or Furi’s Restaurant Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (accessible via the Trocknerstube lift).

Day 5: Relaxation and Departure

  • 🧖‍♀️ Activities: Spend your final day unwinding at Zermatt’s thermal spas, such as the Aquatic Centre or the Matterhorn Wellness & Spa. Alternatively, take a leisurely walk through the village, browse shops, and enjoy one last Swiss chocolate.
  • 🌟 Things to Remember: Don’t forget to charge your camera batteries for those once-in-a-lifetime Matterhorn photos! And don’t miss out on trying Swiss chocolates, cheese fondue, or raclette while you’re in Zermatt.

Safe travels and enjoy your time in beautiful Zermatt! 🇨🇭🏔️🚰✨