Christiania Apartment 5 / Zermatt

From the moment you step off your Swiss-red train, and catch sight of the cobbled streets and horses with sleighs patiently waiting for their rides, you know you are in a special place. Don't miss to stay in one of our exclusive luxury ski chalets in Zermatt, catered or self-catered with swimming pool, sauna and hot tub. The most romantic of all resorts. What strikes everybody most often is the silence. There are no cars in Zermatt. This immediately creates a welcoming atmosphere. The air is fresh and alpine. But more than this, you immediately feel a part of the village.

It draws you in. Most everyone is on foot, locals and visitors alike. The main street bustles happily with pedestrians. There are no impersonal tour buses belching out noise, fumes, and package tourists. Zermatt is no auto through-route. The train stops here. All journeys on from here are on foot or ski. Everyone is here because they love mountains. Walking through the cobbled paths of town, between the ancient sunburnt barns and chalets, you catch your first glimpse of the Matterhorn and know you have come to the right place. Welcome to Zermatt! Zermatt, under the shadow of the Matterhorn, is one of Europe's best ski areas.

Linked to Cervinia, just over the border in Italy, Zermatt offers over 250km of pistes. Despite 71 lifts, there is often a bit of a queue to get up the mountain in the morning. Once there you will be spoiled for choice whatever your ability. Throw in a world class terrain park and pipe and you realize Zermatt is truly a top resort. Off the piste, Zermatt is traditional, slightly snobby and expensive. Nightlife is also very good.

summit: 3820m | difference in altitude: 2201m | slopes: 60 | beginners: 23% | intermediate: 44% | advanced: 33% | lifts: 32 | cable cars: 7 | gondolas: 6 | chair lifts: 9 | drag lifts: 10 | cross-country skiing: 60 km | Terrain parks: 2 | Halfpipes: 2