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The village of Zermatt, nestled in the Valais region of southern Switzerland, is a popular destination for skiers from around the world. Surrounded by some of the most picturesque mountains in Europe and home to several challenging pistes, it is not hard to see why. Those looking for ski chalets will find excellent examples in Zermatt, a village which is home to quite wonderful cuisine as well as being a European centre for skiing. The majority of eateries will offer you incredibly high-quality food, with its oldest restaurant, Cafe DuPont, coming highly recommended. Its most famous dish is surely its delectable cheese fondue, making this particular restaurant a must for cheese-lovers. Zermatt is home to nine out of the ten highest mountains in Europe and boasts one of its longest runs - a huge 13 km run from Klein Matterhorn back down to the village. This mountain is perhaps Zermatt's most famous, though not actually its largest - that title being taken by Monte Rosa - due to the tragic first successful attempt to conquer it heights by climbing to the top. The entire village is surrounded by mountains, of which one, the Matterhorn, is frequently described as the most beautiful in the world. The sense of awe created by the epic views is magnified by the low level of traffic in the village. Branded a car-free zone, there are very few motor vehicles present on the roads even at peak times, keeping the air fresh and clean and the atmosphere deliciously quiet. Because of this, it is not possible to drive to your ski chalet. There are, however, plenty of trains available to take you to your destination, and with so few cars a walk to your holiday home will never be an unwelcome option. Zermatt is a lovely destination for skiers of all abilities, although the sense of challenge offered by the number of incredibly high mountains and long runs often attracts those who are more experienced. Pulling in 20,000 holidaymakers in the high season, this tiny village is a ski capital of Europe - once visited, it will not be forgotten. Find fantastic ski chalets with Interhome! Our great selection makes our ski holidays truly memorable experiences.
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