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🎈『🇨🇭Zermatt』 💕A Swiss fairytale town ranked as one of the "Top 10 Ski Destinations in the World" by National Geographic! 🚂 Transportation Guide 🚞 Cross-border railway: Take the Glacier Express from Zurich/Geneva (3 hours), passing through 91 tunnels and 291 bridges. 🚗 Self-driving transfer: Park at Tasch → cogwheel train (10 minutes), round-trip ticket costs 16 CHF. 🚌 Local travel: Electric bus costs 3 CHF/person, vintage horse-drawn carriage experience costs 25 CHF. ❄ Seasonal Activities 🔥 Ski season: December to April (January offers the best snow quality). 🌼 Hiking season: June to September (alpine flower fields + glacier hiking). ⚠️ Travel tips: Accommodation is scarce during February school holidays; exercise caution during Easter. 📸 Must-visit Spots 1. Gornergrat 360° Observation Deck ✅ The highest cogwheel railway endpoint in Europe, surrounded by 29 snow peaks over 4,000 meters. ✅ Newly added retro golden locomotive photo spot, perfect for capturing the Matterhorn. 2. Riffelsee Twin Snow Mountains ✨ Summer-exclusive mirror-like reflections; best photo spot is 1 hour before sunrise. 3. Gothic Church + Mountaineers' Cemetery ⛪ The oldest wooden church still standing, where 400 brave mountaineers rest in peace. 4. Glacier Express Panoramic Carriage 🚂 Ride the world's slowest scenic train, capturing stunning snow mountain tunnel light and shadow effects effortlessly. 🎿 In-depth Experiences 🧊 Glacier hiking: Explore the Gorner Glacier with professional guides and touch ancient ice layers. 🎭 Summer open-air theater: Every even-numbered year in August, epic plays are performed on a 2,600-meter snow mountain stage. 🚀 Skyline cable car: Reach the summit of Glacier Paradise (3,883m) and experience the thrill of summer skiing.
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🏔️ Zermatt: Gateway to the Mighty Matterhorn Few places feel as iconic as Zermatt, where the sharp peak of the Matterhorn dominates the skyline. Whether strolling through the charming car-free village or riding up to Gornergrat for sweeping alpine views, this is a destination that blends adventure and beauty in every season. ✨ Highlights: Unforgettable views of the Matterhorn from town and mountain trails Car-free village with cozy chalets and alpine charm Scenic rides on the Gornergrat Railway and cable cars Perfect for skiing, hiking, or simply soaking in the mountain air 📍 Location: Zermatt, Switzerland 🎟️ Attractions & Passes: Gornergrat Railway (train to panoramic viewpoint) Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (Europe’s highest cable car station) Swiss Travel Pass or Peak2Peak Pass for multiple rides and savings 📅 Best Time to Visit: ❄️ Winter: Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing 🌸 Summer: Hiking, biking, climbing 🍂 Autumn: Fewer crowds, crisp air, colorful scenery #centraleurope

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