Zermatt – Valais, Switzerland
Zermatt sits high in the Valais Alps near the border between Switzerland and Italy, surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the Alpine range. The town lies beneath the famous Matterhorn, one of the most recognizable mountains in the world.
The village itself retains a traditional alpine character, with wooden chalets and narrow streets framed by towering mountain scenery. Because the town is largely car-free, visitors experience a quiet alpine atmosphere that emphasizes the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Zermatt serves as a gateway to extensive ski areas and high mountain viewpoints that reveal some of the most dramatic scenery in the Alps.
