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Matterhorn Ski Paradise Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: April, March, May · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed since Aug 1 — Summer glacier skiing suspended — insufficient snow cover.
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Sep 10
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Resort Guide
Matterhorn Ski Paradise is located in the Swiss Alps around Zermatt and offers one of the largest ski areas in Europe, spanning both Switzerland and Italy. The resort features over 360 kilometers of pistes, high-altitude skiing up to 3,883 meters, and year-round snow reliability. Visitors experience panoramic views of the Matterhorn, modern lift systems, and a variety of slopes suitable for all levels, along with amenities such as gourmet mountain restaurants and direct access to the Glacier Paradise. The unique cross-border skiing and iconic alpine scenery distinguish Matterhorn Ski Paradise as a premier international destination.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Matterhorn Ski Paradise
Lifts
37
Skiable area
3500 ac
Longest run
22 km / 13.7 mi
Runs by difficulty(78 total)
Beginner
18
23% of terrain
Intermediate
54
69% of terrain
Advanced
6
8% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola11
- Chondola1
- Aerial tram8
- High-speed 69
- High-speed quad6
- Quad chair3
- Triple chair1
- Double chair2
- Surface lift6
- Funicular3
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Hennu Stall – A legendary après-ski bar located on the slopes above Zermatt, Hennu Stall is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, live DJs, and packed dance floor, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind and celebrate after a day on the Matterhorn Ski Paradise slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 03:00 PM UTC
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This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 391cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 460cm full-season avg
391cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~277.6 cm. That's 29% below the 5-year average (391 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 40% below the 30-year average (460 cm).
Matterhorn Ski Paradise Season Snowfall
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Matterhorn Ski Paradise Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 647cm with an average of 151 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 108cm | 18 days | 171cm | 212cm | 26cm |
| December | 74cm | 18 days | 223cm | 251cm | 19cm |
| January | 68cm | 17 days | 272cm | 375cm | 15cm |
| February | 56cm | 16 days | 267cm | 287cm | 13cm |
| March | 70cm | 19 days | 279cm | 300cm | 17cm |
| April | 87cm | 18 days | 283cm | 313cm | 23cm |
| May | 83cm | 17 days | 196cm | 304cm | 23cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
23
Season Average
211 days scored
55
Best Day
15 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
8
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3922 Feb3cm
- 3423 Feb
- 2924 Feb
March 2026
- 5515 Mar44cm
- 4716 Mar4cm
- 4531 Mar8cm
April 2026
- 4514 Apr14cm
- 4013 Apr10cm
- 391 Apr1cm
May 2026
- 457 May5cm
- 436 May3cm
- 4317 May
June 2026
- 365 Jun12cm
- 303 Jun2cm
- 292 Jun
July 2026
- 1820 Jul
- 1825 Jul
- 174 Jul
August 2026
- 2818 Aug
- 2512 Aug
- 2419 Aug
September 2026
- 228 Sep
- 185 Sep
- 177 Sep
March scored highest for Matterhorn Ski Paradise in 2026. Based on 211 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 1, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Matterhorn Ski Paradise
- Where is Matterhorn Ski Paradise?
- Matterhorn Ski Paradise is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Matterhorn Ski Paradise?
- Matterhorn Ski Paradise runs from a base elevation of 1,562 m (5,125 ft) to a summit of 3,883 m (12,740 ft), giving a vertical drop of 707 m (2,320 ft).
- How big is Matterhorn Ski Paradise?
- Matterhorn Ski Paradise has 3,500 acres (1,416 hectares) of skiable terrain, 78 marked runs and 37 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Matterhorn Ski Paradise?
- Matterhorn Ski Paradise is on the Ikon Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Matterhorn Ski Paradise?
- Matterhorn Ski Paradise typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Matterhorn Ski Paradise get in a typical season?
- Matterhorn Ski Paradise averages 128 inches / 325 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
