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Zermatt

Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Zermatt.

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Travel videos

denniscallan

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denniscallan is a YouTube travel channel featuring Dennis Callan's destination videos from Europe and beyond.

This video gives a helpful Zermatt overview, covering the Kleine Matterhorn cable car, Matterhorn views, skiing activity, and easy Alpine walking routes.

Rick Steves' Europe

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Rick Steves' Europe is a YouTube travel channel from guidebook author and television host Rick Steves.

This short travel video shows Zermatt before the summer peak season, with a thoughtful focus on low-elevation walks, old farm hamlets, and the town's earlier village character.

Travel articles & blogs

Lonely Planet
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Lonely Planet is a major travel publication and destination-research site with professionally edited guides, articles, and planning resources. Their Zermatt destination guide gives a clear overview of holidays, when to visit, and places to visit in the mountain resort.

Zermatt travel - Lonely Planet | Switzerland, Europe

Explore Zermatt holidays and discover the best time and places to visit.

lonelyplanet.com/destinations/switzerland/valais/zermatt

Earth Trekkers
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Earth Trekkers is a family adventure travel site specializing in detailed destination guides, practical itineraries, hiking, and route planning. Their Zermatt itinerary guide is especially practical for choosing between one to four days, with things to do, timing advice, and options by travel style.

The Ultimate Zermatt Itinerary for 1 to 4 Days

Plan your perfect visit to Zermatt, whether you have one day, two days, or longer.

earthtrekkers.com/zermatt-itinerary/

Practical Wanderlust
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Practical Wanderlust is a responsible budget travel blog with detailed guides, road trips, packing lists, humor, and social context. Their Zermatt guide covers memorable things to do, from the Matterhorn to turquoise gorges, glimmering lakes, and other local activities.

23 Awesome Things to do in Zermatt, Switzerland

The famous Matterhorn mountain, turquoise gorges, and glimmering lakes. Read about all these things to do in Zermatt, Switzerland and more!

practicalwanderlust.com/things-to-do-in-zermatt-switzerland/

ViaTravelers
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ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with structured comparison and itinerary-planning tools. Their Zermatt travel guide offers a well-rounded look at Matterhorn views, outdoor activities, cultural experiences, village streets, shops, restaurants, and historical sites.

Visit Zermatt, Switzerland — Travel Guide (2026)

Zermatt is a picturesque mountain resort renowned for its stunning views of the Matterhorn. Nestled in the Swiss Alps, this charming

viatravelers.com/destinations/zermatt/

A Broken Backpack
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A Broken Backpack is a practical long-term-travel and travel-resources blog covering destination guides, travel tips, and living abroad. Her guide to getting to Zermatt is a helpful planning resource for comparing transport options before arriving in the destination.

Complete Guide: How To Get To Zermatt | 2026

Wondering how to get to Zermatt?✔️ Explore all your options in our complete guide to getting to Zermatt fast and easily.

abrokenbackpack.com/how-to-get-to-zermatt/

Wanderlust Chloe
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Wanderlust Chloe is a UK travel blog focused on destination inspiration, food, hotels, family travel, and polished first-person guides. Their Zermatt guide is a good match for non-skiers, with winter planning ideas that include spas, restaurants, and activities.

Zermatt, Switzerland - Top Things To Do For Non-Skiers

Who cares if you weren't born zipping down the slopes...

wanderlustchloe.com/zermatt-switzerland-things-to-do/

Be My Travel Muse
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Be My Travel Muse is a solo female travel blog and travel business focused on adventurous, nature-led, and women-focused travel. Their Zermatt hiking guide is useful for planning routes with Matterhorn and Stellisee views, plus places to stay and eat.

Nobody Told me Switzerland is so Beautiful

Where to hike in Zermatt, Switzerland if you want to see the Matterhorn and Stellisee, plus suggestions on where to stay and eat to save money

bemytravelmuse.com/where-to-hike-in-zermatt-switzerland/

The Planet D
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The Planet D is an adventure-travel blog combining destination guides, itineraries, travel tips, photography, and personal travel stories. Their 5 Lakes hike article gives focused inspiration for experiencing Zermatt's alpine route appeal and Matterhorn views.

5 Lakes Hike Zermatt - Incredible Matterhorn Views

Zermatt Switzerland is one of the most stunning places in the Swiss Alps. Home to the mighty Matterhorn, it is truly one of the best places to go hiking

theplanetd.com/5-lakes-hike-zermatt/

Hand Luggage Only
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Hand Luggage Only is a travel, food, photography, and home blog built around visual destination guides and travel stories. Their skiing in Zermatt piece adds a personal travel-journal angle to the Swiss town's appeal as a ski destination.

Skiing In Zermatt, Switzerland: Why It’s One Of The Best Ski Destinations - Hand Luggage Only - Travel, Food And Photography Blog

When it finally came round to skiing in Zermatt, I just didn’t want to. I don’t even know the exact moment that changed but if I had to guess, it was - Skiing In Zermatt, Switzerland: Why It’s One Of The Best Ski Destinations - Travel, Travel Journal - Europe, Switzerland, Zermatt - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography

handluggageonly.co.uk/skiing-zermatt-switzerland/

The Travel Bunny
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The Travel Bunny is a budget and slow-travel blog with Europe-focused guides, practical planning advice, and destination articles. Their summertime in Zermatt article is a useful seasonal guide, pairing travel advice and photos with three adventure activities in the Swiss resort area.

Summertime In Zermatt 2026: Travel Guide To Top 3 Adventure Activities

Summertime in Zermatt: see what this Swiss ski resort is like in summer. From vital travel advice to amazing pictures, get inspired to book a trip to Zermatt!

the-travel-bunny.com/summertime-in-zermatt/

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