Ski Pass

Which Zermatt ski pass do I need?

Zermatt Bergbahnen has introduced a dynamic pricing model for its ski passes, similar to that of airlines, theatres, football matches etc.

Instead of having fixed ski pass prices throughout the winter season, the exact price for daily and multi day passes will vary according to the seasonal period, volume of demand and capacity utilization at the ski resort. The earlier you book your holiday or ski pass the lower the price! In addition, if you purchase your pass online at least 5 days before your arrival you will benefit from a 5% discount on passes of 3 days or more.

The quoted prices are for adults, children will have the following discounts on the adult price:

• Children 0-8 years old inclusive ski for free
• Between 9 and 15 years old (incl) at 50% price
• Between 16 and 19 years old (incl) at a 15% discount
• On Saturdays, children under the age of 16 ski for free
• The amount of the reduction depends on the date of birth

There are two main ski pass options, Zermatt only or International with Cervinia.  Ski passes are in general for 6 days. For flexible skiing during your stay you can opt for the 3 in 5 days or 4 in 6 days Flex Passes. For the very occasional skier there is the points based Easy SkiCard. And for non skiers or walkers there are special peak passes.

The refundable deposit for the electronic keycard is not included in the prices

When staying in one of our luxury chalets you can pre-purchase your ski passes online in advance and we can then have them ready for you in your chalet when you arrive. Avoid the long queues at the ticket offices in the morning and get early up the mountain for those smooth first tracks!

1) International with Cervinia, for 6 days – Skis Area: 360 km

This covers all of Zermatt, Cervinia, and Valtournenche.
This is the one we recommend. Not much pricier than the Zermatt only pass and you need it if you intend to ski on the Italian side for more than 1 day, or if you would like the option of doing the occasional run there when in the Klein Matterhorn area. In our opinion this is the one to go for, since it would be a pity not to sample la dolce vita at least once, and the greater flexibility is worth the additional small amount per day compared to the option below. On some days the weather may be better on the Italian side and this gives you the flexibility to ski wherever the sun is shining the brightest!

2) Zermatt only, 6 days – Skis Area: 200 km

This limits you to all of Zermatt. The one to go for if you’re sure you don’t want to sample Italy. If you do decide to go across to the Italian side, you can get a one day supplement!

Note that you should invariably get the International ski pass for children. Under the age of 10 the passes are free, but the supplement should you decide to go across is not. And they need passes covering Italy if in Cervinia. For children up to the age of 16, it is also probably worth getting the international ski pass for them.

Zermatt Ski pass Insurance

You can add an additional Passprotect insurance to cover  reimbursement of your unused ski pass in the event of illness, accident or unfavorable weather conditions, or Skicare for additional cover of expenses arising from an accident on the ski slopes (if your own insurance does not apply). Click here for a summary of the cover provided.