When is the best time for ski touring in Zermatt?

The best time for ski tours around Zermatt is usually from March to May. Due to the high altitude and the large glaciers, many tours are possible until late spring. April in particular often has ideal snow conditions.

How do I get to Zermatt for ski tours?

Zermatt is car-free and easily accessible by public transport. The train stops right in the village. If you are travelling by car, park in Täsch and take the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn or a taxi to Zermatt from there.

Is a mountain guide useful for ski tours around Zermatt?

Many ski tours in the area lead across glaciated high mountain landscapes. A mountain guide ensures safe route selection, takes current conditions into account and enables efficient planning and realisation of the tour.

Which ski tours around Zermatt are among the most beautiful?

The area around Zermatt offers a wide selection of impressive ski tours in the high mountains. The best-known and most beautiful tours include Spaghetti tour (ski tour in the Monte Rosa area) - a multi-day tour with several four-thousand metre peaks and overnight stays in huts. Dufourspitze ski tour (4634 m) - the highest peak in Switzerland and one of the great classic ski tours in the Alps. Tour du Ciel - A high alpine round tour across several glaciers and huts with spectacular views. Valais Haute Route - the famous ski crossing from Zermatt to Chamonix, one of the most famous ski crossings in the Alps. These tours combine impressive glacier landscapes, large peaks and long descents in high alpine surroundings.