Zermatt is a ski resort located in Valais, Switzerland, sitting at an elevation range of 5,315ft (1620m) to 12,740ft (3883m). With a vertical drop of 7,425ft (2263m), the resort offers 227 trails served by 52 lifts across 3,600 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), approximately 180 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 240 inches of snowfall annually.
Year-round to Year-round
Fresh, uncompacted snow. Ideal conditions.
70cm
Snow Depth
(28")
-5°C
-12°C to -5°C
(10°F / 23°F)
240"
Annual Snowfall
(610cm)
0%
Snowmaking
coverage
240"
annual avg
227
Total Trails
52
Lifts
3,600
Skiable Acres
7,425ft
Vertical Drop
Zermatt offers a balanced mix of terrain with 22% beginner, 43% intermediate, 28% advanced, and 7% expert-only runs. The well-rounded terrain distribution accommodates skiers of all ability levels.
52
Total Lifts
7,425ft
Vertical Drop
2,263m
(7,425ft)
12,740ft
Peak
5,315ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$89
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Zermatt. Expect reliable powder days with an average of 70cm of fresh snowfall. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
February
65cm snow, high crowds, $109/day
June
$75/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds
70cm
snowfall
-5°/-12°
high/low °C
crowds
$105
day pass
65cm
snowfall
-3°/-10°
high/low °C
crowds
$109
day pass
55cm
snowfall
1°/-6°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
30cm
snowfall
5°/-2°
high/low °C
crowds
$89
day pass
10cm
snowfall
10°/3°
high/low °C
crowds
$79
day pass
5cm
snowfall
15°/7°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
0cm
snowfall
18°/10°
high/low °C
crowds
$79
day pass
0cm
snowfall
18°/10°
high/low °C
crowds
$79
day pass
3cm
snowfall
13°/5°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
8cm
snowfall
6°/0°
high/low °C
crowds
$79
day pass
30cm
snowfall
0°/-7°
high/low °C
crowds
$89
day pass
55cm
snowfall
-3°/-10°
high/low °C
crowds
$115
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Zermatt.
Adult Day Pass
$95
per day
Season Pass
$2,100
full season
Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:
Day pass pricing at Zermatt varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Zermatt is included on the Matterhorn Ski Paradise pass, which can offer significant savings for skiers visiting multiple resorts per season.
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Approx. 180 min drive
Valais, Switzerland 🇨🇭
46.0207°N, 7.7491°E
The drive from Geneva Airport to Zermatt takes approximately 3 hours. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Zermatt offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.