The ski area in Zermatt, called Matterhorn Ski Paradise, offers up to 360 km of groomed slopes. Even though you can’t really to anything wrong with where ever you go, we do have our favorite runs. We’d love to share them with you including some secret tips what to see and to do along the way.
Zermatt offers ski slopes for every level: from blue runs for beginners, to red pistes for confident skiers, and black runs for experts. In addition, yellow pistes mark secured but unprepared off-piste routes for very experienced riders.
Here are our personal highlights in the Zermatt–Cervinia ski area.
Difficulty Red | Best for: Advanced beginners & intermediates
Style Ski & Snowboard | Carving
One of the best red pistes in Zermatt. Wide, varied and perfectly shaped, it’s ideal for improving technique and switching between short and long carving turns. Its smooth flow also makes it very popular with snowboarders.
Pistes 44–35–39–41–42–50
Difficulty Red | Best for: Intermediate to advanced skiers
Style Ski & Snowboard | Panorama & endurance
A true classic, especially early in the morning. Enjoy 1,600 vertical metres of uninterrupted skiing on moderately challenging red pistes. The Matterhorn stays in view for almost the entire descent – one of the most scenic runs in the Alps.
Difficulty Blue to Red | Best for: Beginners, families & relaxed skiers
Style Ski & Snowboard | Cruising
More than 20 km of relaxed skiing in Italy. This quieter part of the ski area offers wide blue and red pistes, perfect for confident beginners and anyone looking for a calm, enjoyable descent with Italian flair.
Difficulty Red | Best for: Advanced skiers
Wide, sunny pistes ideal for fast, flowing carving turns. Consistent gradients, plenty of space and stunning views make this one of the best areas for sporty skiing on the Italian side.
Whether you’re looking for beginner-friendly pistes, long panoramic runs, sporty carving slopes or off-piste challenges, Zermatt is one of the most diverse ski destinations in the Alps.
Ask us on site for our personal slope recommendations tailored to your skiing or snowboarding style.