Canton of Valais · Visp District · Zwitserland

Zermatt (Zermatt (BFS 6300)) — Zwitserland Reisgids: Bezienswaardigheden, Bereikbaarheid & Eten

Zermatt (Zermatt (BFS 6300)) in Visp District, Canton of Valais, Zwitserland (Pop. 5,765, 45.9897°N, 7.7526°E): travel guide, train access, local food & highlights.

Officiële NaamZermatt (BFS 6300)
Regio / ProvincieCanton of Valais (Visp District)
Inwoners5,765
Coördinaten45.9897°N, 7.7526°E

Overzicht

Zermatt (Zermatt (BFS 6300)) is an official municipality in Visp District within the Canton of Valais region of Zwitserland. Travellers visiting Zermatt enjoy authentic local architecture, traditional town squares, and easy access to the wider cultural and natural attractions of Canton of Valais (regional capital: Sion).

Bereikbaarheid & Openbaar Vervoer

Simplon rail line via Brig and Visp; Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn to Zermatt and Glacier Express route. From the regional hub of Sion, regional trains and local bus connections link directly to Zermatt and neighbouring municipalities across Visp District.

Wat te Zien & Doen

  • Historic Center of Zermatt: Walk the main square, civic landmarks, and historic streets of Zermatt.
  • Zermatt, Matterhorn & Gornergrat (Canton of Valais regional highlight)
  • Aletsch Arena & Great Aletsch Glacier (Canton of Valais regional highlight)
  • Saas-Fee & Verbier alpine resorts (Canton of Valais regional highlight)
  • Sion castles & Lavaux/Valais vineyards (Canton of Valais regional highlight)

Lokale Keuken & Specialiteiten

  • Valais Raclette AOP — signature culinary specialty of Canton of Valais.
  • Cholera savory pastry — signature culinary specialty of Canton of Valais.
  • Valais dried beef (Trockenfleisch) — signature culinary specialty of Canton of Valais.
  • Petite Arvine & Fendant wines — signature culinary specialty of Canton of Valais.

Beste Reistijd

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