Nestled at the base of the world-famous Matterhorn, Zermatt is a car-free alpine village offering an unforgettable getaway.

The Switzerland Alps offer a unique summer experience with breathtaking landscapes, pristine lakes, and invigorating hiking ...

My first ever trip to continental Europe was a hiking vacation to Zermatt more than three decades ago. In the interim, I’ve been back to Switzerland many times, skiing and hiking all over the ...

If you're driving through Switzerland, you can park in the garages in the nearby town of Täsch and take the shuttle to Zermatt ... some of those same trails by hiking through the verdant landscape.

Although that watershed moment popularized mountain climbing across Europe, it represents just one chapter of the Swiss village’s past. A new hiking trail ... lifeblood of Zermatt’s agrarian ...