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If you want to buy something interesting, it is better to go to the town center. The Bahnhofstrasse will become a reference point for you. All major supermarkets, shopping centers, and just interesting town’s shops are located on this street and next to it. If you decide to buy something from the ski equipment, then focus on local rentals. As a rule, equipment stores are located near them. You shouldn't go shopping on a Sunday. Almost all stores are closed on this day. If you don't have a choice, then go to the train station. There are several small shops that work late every day there. You should definitely buy local chocolate. If beautiful packaging is important to you, then choose souvenir bars and handmade candies. You can find them both in the shop opposite the train station, and in a couple of shops in the town center. If the chocolate quality is more important to you than the packaging, then you should just search for chocolate at a discount in any of the local grocery stores. You can find a variety of bars - bitter, milk, with filling or without filling. You can choose what you like. Basler Läckerli is another local delicacy. These are hard spice biscuits from Basel. They are popular throughout the country. It's not a problem to find them in Zermatt. The sweetness is made according to the original recipe. It is very different from gingerbread from other countries. It is better to buy them at the end of the trip, otherwise, the sweetness may deteriorate. … Read further

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Winterski in Zermatt

It is worth noting that the resort has a beneficial system of discounts for children and pensioners. Children under 9 years can use platter pulls for free. There is also a 50% discount for children aged 9 to 16. Women older than 63 and men older than 65 years are entitled to a 25% discount. In spite of the fact that Zermatt is one of the most expensive alpine resorts, first-class facilities, and developed … Open

Attractions and active leisure

In the evening, numerous bars and nightclubs await guests of the resort. The Papperla Bar is one of the most original venues of the region. Designed as a classic pub, this bar offers a large selection of drinks and food for its guests. Many come to the pub to listen to live music in the evening. Elsie is one of the oldest and most popular bars of the resort. It is situated in a historical building that also has a … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Strong ristretto coffee, tea, and hot chocolate are popular soft drinks. Be sure to taste the local beer. It is inexpensive and very high quality. You can find the world's strongest beer in Zermatt. Its strength is 14 degrees. Good wine is served in the town's shops and restaurants. There are many varieties of it here. You can find almost a hundred varieties of wine in Zermatt. So you should focus on your … Open

Traditions and mentality of Zermatt

The attitude to visits is special here. First of all, the locals don't arrange spontaneous parties. Anyone who wants to invite friends to visit today or tomorrow, in the evening will find that everyone around him has a day scheduled for two or three weeks in advance. All the time is not occupied with work at all. There are no workaholics at all here. Establishments that are not designed for tourists close at 16:00. … Open

Travel guide to Zermatt

There are more than 15 swimming pools in the resort, and some of them are filled with sea water. To the service of vacationers, there are indoor and outdoor ice skating rinks, several high-class fitness centers, and even a center that specializes in paragliding. Despite the fact that Zermatt is considered a usual alpine ski resort, it is very interesting to visit not only in winter. The resort is much targeted at … Open

Zermatt for children - what to visit

You should also visit Wolli’s Park with your child. This place is more suitable for younger children. The growth doll is a symbol of the park. Children can have fun with it. Parents can enjoy the beautiful local views of Leisee Lake. There are many water rides in Wolli’s Park. You can sunbathe with your child and swim in the clear but rather cold water here in summer. If you get to Sunegga station on … Open

Switzerland - moving around the country

Between sparsely populated points, buses shuttle. They are called postal. Despite the fact that sometimes buses are completely empty, they go on schedule and are ready to deliver even a single passenger to the necessary point of the faraway city. It is possible to book a taxi, even in mountainous areas. At the same time, be prepared for the prices that are quite high. They increase significantly in evenings and on holidays. If you like to travel with keeping everything in your hands, you can rent a car in one of the major cities. Despite the relief, Switzerland has a lot of high-speed trails. First, you have to pay the transport fee, which is about 45 francs. Many choose bicycle rental; moreover, in Geneva and Zurich this service is absolutely free. … Open

Nature and parks of Switzerland

The Rhine Falls, which is the largest in Europe, is in the canton of Schaffhausen. Its height is 150 meters, and its width is about 20 meters. The water falls with incredible intensity. On sunny days, a huge rainbow is formed above the waterfall. You can watch the elements from the observation deck. Switzerland is a small country, but there are several national parks on its territory. The Swiss are very responsible for the conservation of nature. The largest national park in the country is the Swiss National Park located in the Alps, on the slopes of the Engadine Valley. Alpine mountain goat, lynx, brown bear, stone marten, alpine newt, and also about 100 different kinds of birds live on slopes. In the reserve, even emitting loud sounds that can interfere with some animals, is prohibited. … Open

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