Discounted travel is available through new 'Early Bird' and 'Happy Hour' tickets, which reward advance booking or off-peak travel.
ZERMATTERS is now offering new guided winter tours that include options for snowshoeing or hiking, complete with a fondue meal at the Igloo Village.
Admission to the 'Zooom the Matterhorn' multimedia experience at Gornergrat is included with all train tickets for the 2021/22 winter season.
The popular 'Dining with the Stars' evening program, featuring fondue and a visit to the observatory, is returning after a one-year hiatus.
Zermatt Train Stations to Become Smoke-Free
The train stations for the MGBahn and Gornergrat Bahn in the village of Zermatt are designated as smoke-free zones, effective from the winter 2021/22 season.
As part of the initiative, new recycling stations are being installed to improve waste separation and management for travelers.
This is a pilot project in Zermatt, with a plan to gradually roll out the concept to all stations across the MGBahn and GGB networks starting in 2023.
A Look Back at Zermatt's Year of Resilience and Milestones
The mayor's annual review reflects on a year of adapting to ongoing pandemic-related challenges while successfully keeping the resort operational.
The community celebrated the 150th anniversary of Lucy Walker's historic first female ascent of the Matterhorn with a new monument and art installations.
Major infrastructure projects were undertaken, including the full renovation of the historic Marmot Fountain and the demolition of the Walka schoolhouse to make way for a new building.
Successful community events like the 'Reine du Cervin' cow-fighting festival marked a welcome return to social gatherings.
Zermatt to Revise Noise Control Regulations
The municipal assembly will vote on a revision of local noise control regulations to better balance the needs of tourism, construction, and residents.
The proposed changes for the hospitality sector aim to clarify responsibilities for noise control, especially concerning après-ski music and activities.
Revisions to construction rules are intended to extend the permissible building period in May to reduce the concentration of intense noise.
The regulations also seek to provide a clearer framework for tunneling work required for building on hard-to-access hillsides.
Major Reservoir Project Proposed for Gorner Glacier
The municipality of Zermatt and the energy company Grande Dixence SA are jointly studying the feasibility of a large multi-purpose reservoir named 'Gornerli'.
The project is designed to mitigate flood risks from accelerating glacial melt, optimize hydroelectric power generation in winter, and secure future drinking water supplies.
The proposal includes an 85-meter-high dam at the foot of the Gorner Glacier, which would create a reservoir holding approximately 170 million cubic meters of water.
Discussions with environmental organizations are planned to ensure that ecological considerations are integrated into the final project design.
Zermatt Clarifies Winter Snow Removal Rules
Municipal snow clearing operations commence between 4 and 5 AM to ensure main and secondary roads are passable by the start of the business day.
Private property owners are permitted to move snow from their land to the edge of public roads for collection, but this must be done before 9:00 AM.
Dumping snow onto already cleared public streets and paths after the 9:00 AM deadline is strictly prohibited and subject to fines, as it creates hazardous conditions.
Ecological Restoration Project Completed in Gant Area
An ecological compensation project in the Gant glacier forefield was successfully completed in October 2021, earning praise from cantonal authorities.
The restoration work serves to offset the environmental impacts of several recent development projects, including new mountain bike trails and a ski piste.
Key measures included the renaturation of old vehicle tracks, improving hydrological connections between existing wetlands, and optimizing the water supply for the Grünsee lake.
Zermatt Bergbahnen Pioneers New Communication System
Zermatt Bergbahnen is the first Swiss cable car company to adopt a 'Push to Talk over Mobile' communication solution for its operations.
This new system replaces the previous TETRA radio network and uses the Swisscom mobile network for secure group communication.
The upgrade aims to provide more reliable connectivity for all operational staff, from ski patrol and lift technicians to piste groomers.
Employees will be equipped with new, robust, smartphone-like devices that are more versatile than traditional radios.
Matterhorn Alpine Crossing Opening Delayed to 2023
The completion of the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing, the new lift connection to Italy, has been officially postponed to spring 2023.
Project managers cite significant construction delays caused by heavy snowfall and unseasonably cold temperatures during the summer of 2021.
Key upcoming milestones include the start of the ropeway mechanics installation in February 2022 and the complex main cable pull in April 2022.
The official branding for the new connection has been finalized, featuring a large 'X' to symbolize the cross-border alpine traverse.
Zermatt Launches New 'Winter Celebrations' Event Series
Zermatt is launching a new event series called 'Winter Celebrations Zermatt' to mark the start of the winter season.
Running from December 17, 2021, to January 17, 2022, the event will feature large, illuminated ice sculptures and light art installations throughout the village.
A supporting program will offer music, late-night shopping events, and special culinary highlights from local businesses.