Tips for a Zermatt beginner skier
Learning to ski in Zermatt is a little different from many other resorts. It sometimes gets a bad reputation for beginners, but that’s not entirely fair. You’re learning high in the mountains, with incredible views and generally excellent snow, which isn’t a bad classroom at all. 1. Shoes Getting from your accommodation to the beginner […]
The first turn is the hardest.
How to start your skiing each winter. Congratulations you’ve arrived in Zermatt you’ve settled into your accommodation, collected your rental equipment and lift ticket, perhaps grabbed a beer or cocktail and whilst staring at the Matterhorn the reality of skiing again hits you, I’ve actually got to ski! Am I physically fit enough to do […]
What Is a Yellow Run? Understanding Switzerland’s Hidden Off-Piste Gems
If you’ve skied in Switzerland, you may have noticed something unusual on the piste map: yellow runs. Not blue, red, or black… but yellow. These mysterious trails spark a lot of questions from visiting skiers, especially those used to colour-coded piste systems elsewhere in the world. So, what exactly is a yellow run? Is it off-piste? […]
Ski safety
Ski safety is an all important topic, here are the FIS rules and our interpretation of what that looks like on the mountain.
Italian Itinerary
Ski into a different country Skiing into another country for the day is a great experience while you are visiting Zermatt. Here is our guide to help you get the most out of your day. Start at Klein Matterhorn Head up the highest lift in Europe Lots of lunch options Many Italian options to choose […]
Advanced Itinerary
WHAT TO DO AS AN ADVANCED SKIER IN ZERMATT Zermatt has some fantastic terrain for advanced skiers. Start on the steeper pistes and then check out the itinerary runs. Start at Sunnegga Take the funicular from town Lots of lunch options Across the whole ski area On & ‘off piste” Use the itinerary runs Finish […]
Intermediate Itinerary
Discover a great DAY out as a red run skier in zermatt As an intermediate skier in Zermatt there is no end to the terrain available to discover. This plan is possible to ski in a day or break it up into different sections and go off and explore. Start at Sunnegga Take the funicular […]
What to check each morning before heading skiing
Checking the forecast is always a good idea, but knowing the temperature around the mountain, the wind and what lifts are open can help you plan your day.
Rental Shops
In general, Zermatt has a very high standard of rental equipment. Wherever you rent equipment, you can be confident of new (or nearly new), high level skis, snowboards and boots.
Ski Schools
If you’re planning a trip to this alpine paradise and looking to improve your skiing or snowboarding skills, you’ll be spoiled for choice with the wide range of ski schools available.