You will need to board a succession of cable cars to reach Matterhorn Glacier Paradise but the effort is well worth it. The views from the summit station at 3,883 metres above sea level are simply breathtaking.
Why not take a helicopter tour of the majestic mountain? Trips last between approximately 20 and 40 minutes and will provide you with unforgettable views.
Take a break from winter sports or summer hikes and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the charming village of Zermatt. It features many houses that date back from the 16th and 17th centuries, as well as interesting features and monuments.
There are countless pistes – 360 kilometres in fact – framed by towering mountains. The ski area is shared with Cervinia in Italy so why not start your day traversing the slopes in Switzerland and then nip into Italy for a light lunch before returning?
Gornergrat is home to a number of shops, a small chapel and a couple of viewing terraces where you can take in the panoramic vistas. Another fun – and unique thing to do at Gornergrat is to ‘meet the sheep’.