ABOVE: The town of Zermatt is located in Switzerland's Valais Canton. It is famous as a mountaineering and ski resort in the Swiss Alps. The town is almost completely surrounded by the high mountains of the Pennine Alps, and located below the iconic pyramidshaped Matterhorn peak. The main street is the Bahnhofstrasse, lined with boutique shops, hotels and restaurants. It is known for its lively apre`s ski scene. Public outdoor ice rinks offer ice skating and curling in addition to its beautiful ski slopes. Zermatt is Europe's highest ski resort. There is perfect skiing, with miles of piste, fantastic slopes, and plenty of sunshine. Modern conveyances will get you quickly to where you want to go. The ski resort surrounds the majestic Matterhorn Mountain - perhaps the most famous and recognized mountain in all of Europe. The iconic peak is seen in the background of both photos. The mountain's nearly symetrical pyramidal peak measures over 14,690 feet. photos / Holidaze Ski Tours 24 Far West Skier's Guide 2O22 - 2O23 INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL 2O23 International Ski Week 2023