Summer In Zermatt

For advanced hikers, there are some challenging routes that will leave you feeling accomplished. The Europaweg trek from Grächen to Zermatt takes two days, and crosses the Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge, the longest of its kind in the Alps. Then there is the 4,164m Bretihorn summit to conquer, which many people choose as their first 4,000m+ ascent. Or, embark on the Matterhorn Trek, taking you on a circular route from Zermatt that lasts five days, passing iconic viewpoints on the way.

Gastronomy

With many of the incredible restaurants staying open year-round, you can indulge in the renowned gastronomy scene during your summer break. On the mountain, don’t miss Chez Vrony, a family-run restaurant with delicious Alpine recipes handed down through the generations for over 100 years. It is located at Findeln and provides the perfect suntrap terrace to rest your weary hiking legs on. Down in the town, Restaurant 1818 located within one of Zermatt’s oldest buildings is an amazing dinner spot. Local meats, fresh fish and seasonal vegetables are cooked to perfection on the charcoal grill, and you can enjoy a seat on the beautiful candlelit terrace on balmy summer evenings.

Matterhorn heli-tour

Something that really shouldn’t be missed on your holiday itinerary no matter the season, is a heli-tour of the spectacular Matterhorn. Making for a truly memorable day trip, it’ll give you a bird’s-eye perspective across the resort and the surrounding dramatic landscape. This mountain has a rich, sometimes tragic, but nevertheless impressive history. After admiring it from afar, seize the opportunity to witness its immense beauty up close.