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NostalChic Class - The most exclusive journey up the Gornergrat
29/04/2024
The first summer season of the NostalChic Class is just around the corner. Experience an unforgettable journey to the Gornergrat in a nostalgic carriage from 1961. Enjoy the cosy interior and exclusive ambience, while you are guaranteed window seats for breathtaking views on the route from Zermatt to the Gornergrat.
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The ErlebnisCard becomes the Matterhorn Gotthard Pass
29/04/2024
Since the beginning of May, the ErlebnisCard has been renamed the Matterhorn Gotthard Pass. A new, modern design has been implemented to provide an appealing and user-friendly visual presentation.
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Alpingarten - The highest alpine garden in Europe
29/04/2024
Let yourself be enchanted by the unique flora and vegetation in the midst of the 29 four-thousanders. The Gornergrat Alpine Garden is enthroned at around 2,800 metres above sea level at the Rotenboden station and offers a view that takes your breath away - in addition to the Matterhorn, the Riffelhorn and Riffelsee seem close enough to touch.
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Meet the Sheep - The cuddliest visitors on the Gornergrat
29/04/2024
In summer, the herd of black-nosed sheep will once again be grazing on the Gornergrat. Around 125 black noses are on the move - mostly in the shade, as their fluffy fur makes it too hot for them in the sun.
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New in the Matterhorn app: the latest live e-bus timetable
30/11/2023
The live e-bus timetable lets you follow Zermatt e-bus connections on their route in real time. Zermatt is taking another step towards becoming a fully digital tourism destination!
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Zermatt Bergbahnen AG wins Swiss Mountain Award 2023
28/11/2023
Swiss Mountain Award 2023 for Zermatt Bergbahnen AG: Matterhorn Alpine Crossing recognised
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Gornergrat Railway winter news
25/10/2023
The Gornergrat Railway is celebrating its 125-year anniversary this year with a host of activities and highlights. With the golden locomotive as a photo point at 3,100 metres above sea level, the luxurious NostalChic Class, and a special exhibition to mark the anniversary, the Gornergrat Railway is reviving past times and offering unique experiences all over again.
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Convenience and security upgrades in the Matterhorn Ski Paradise
23/10/2023
Winter is on its way and Zermatt Bergbahnen has taken steps to ensure guests enjoy a convenient and safe snow sports experience.
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Lots going on to mark the 125th anniversary of the Gornergrat Railway
24/04/2023
The Gornergrat Railway has a host of offers to celebrate its 125th anniversary. New packages and promotions are available with existing favourites like “Meet the Sheep” or “Zooom the Matterhorn”.
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SnowXperience Plateau Rosa
21/04/2023
With the opening of the Alpine Crossing between Testa Grigia and the Klein Matterhorn, a new world of adventure is also opening up on Testa Grigia, enabling far-travelled guests to enjoy their first contact with the snow.
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New Schluhmatte valley station
21/04/2023
The Schluhmatte valley station has been under renovation since summer 2022. Work is progressing and the construction project is slowly taking shape. For the guests, this will result in convenient new facilities with generous space.
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Matterhorn Alpine Crossing – exclusive and unique
21/04/2023
From 1 July 2023, the Matterhorn Glacier Ride II will start operating between Testa Grigia and the Klein Matterhorn – making the highest cable car crossing in the Alps a reality.
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New Zermatt – Furi cable car
21/04/2023
The new cable car between Zermatt and Furi will go into operation from autumn 2023, featuring a host of highlights.
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Matterhorn Alpine Crossing: border crossing to open from 1 July 2023
23/02/2023
The countdown is on: the Matterhorn Glacier Ride II will go into operation on 1 July 2023. The new 3S cable car connects the Klein Matterhorn mountain station with the Testa Grigia valley station in Italy, creating the highest border crossing in the Alps – the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing.
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Matterhorn Terminal Täsch mit neuen Angeboten
09/12/2022
Die An- und Abreiste per Auto für Zermatt wird noch einfacher und komfortabler: Pünktlich zur Wintersaison bietet das zentrale Parkhaus im Matterhorn Terminal Täsch attraktive Neuerungen sowie 131 moderne Elektroladestationen.
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Runs open from Saturday 3 December 2022
30/11/2022
From 3 December 2022 around 110 kilometres of runs in the Matterhorn ski paradise have been open for guests.
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47 km of runs open from 26 November 2022
23/11/2022
Several lifts and slopes on the Italian side of the Matterhorn Ski Paradise opened on Friday, 25 November 2022 with further runs on the Swiss side opening Saturday, 26 November 2022.
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New experiences with Zermatt Bergbahnen AG
05/10/2022
Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is expanding its offering for the winter season 22/23 – including the return of the popular moonlight descent with fondue.
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POLARIS arrives at Gornergrat
08/09/2022
Two and a half years ago, Gornergrat Railways and Stadler Rail signed the contract for the delivery of five new cogwheel trains for the journey from Zermatt to the Gornergrat with its sweeping view of the Matterhorn. On 1 September 2022, the first of the new double motor coaches were ceremoniously unveiled and presented to the public at the “roll-in”.
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Taxi + Parking Christophe opens new warehouse facility in Täsch
04/08/2022
In addition to celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Christophe family business is also opening the Christophe Logistics Centre in Täsch in late summer 2022.
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New rolling stock for the Gornergrat railway
21/04/2022
From autumn 2022, five new POLARIS trains will be running on the Gornergrat rail network.
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Sunrise trips on the Gornergrat
21/04/2022
The Gornergrat Bahn is offering unique sunrise rides this summer – with breakfast and views of the Matterhorn included.
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“Meet the sheep” on the Gornergrat
21/04/2022
Experience Zermatt black-nosed sheep at close quarters: feed them, pet them – and savour the unique backdrop of the stunning Matterhorn scenery. That's the “Meet the Sheep” experience.
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Zermatt Bergbahnen AG – full steam ahead for summer 2022
15/04/2022
Post-winter is pre-summer – and ZBAG is working on some new projects in time for the summer season.
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Matterhorn Alpine Crossing: the vision becomes a reality
23/09/2021
The clock is ticking: it's just one year until the Matterhorn Glacier Ride ll goes into operation. The modern 3S cable car will connect the Klein Matterhorn mountain station at 3,883 metres above sea level with the Testa Grigia valley station in Italy, thus enabling one of the highest and most panoramic border crossings – the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing.
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New Matterhorn Testcenter – skiing at the highest level
23/09/2021
The ski test on the Theodul glacier in Zermatt is among the most beautiful experiences in the high alpine region. In October 2021, the modern and spacious Matterhorn Testcenter will open its doors, offering guests the opportunity to test the latest ski models in a unique setting. A ski-in & ski-out experience in a class of its own!
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Kumme gondola lift starts its second winter season
22/09/2021
The coronavirus crisis somewhat marred the opening of Switzerland's first autonomous gondola lift last winter. This year, the gondola lift on the Rothorn will start its second season – transporting guests from all over the world from Tufternkehr via the Wyss Gufer middle station to the 3,103-metre-high Rothorn.
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New ticket is a hit with mountain bikers
23/03/2021
In addition to the Zermatt Bike Pass, a new Bike Pass Light is now available for the summer. This entitles holders to unlimited cable car rides on the Zermatt-Sunnegga-Blauherd, Zermatt-Furi-Schwarzsee and Zermatt-Furi-Riffelberg routes. If that’s not enough, the Zermatt Bike Pass enables you to ride up to Schwarzsee and the Rothorn, and up to the Gornergrat – subject to booking and an additional fee at certain times.
Zermatt Bergbahnen transports guests to the sunrise at Stellisee lake
22/03/2021
When the first of the sun’s rays touches the majestic mountain peaks, bathing the panorama in soft light, there’s no better place to witness it than on the banks of Stellisee lake, where the Matterhorn is reflected in the smooth surface of the water. In July and August, Zermatt Bergbahnen will be offering dawn rides to Blauherd and back. The package includes the journey there and back, plus breakfast in Restaurant Fluhalp. From Blauherd station, it’s a 45-minute hike to Stellisee lake, where you can admire nature’s show and then enjoy a sumptuous breakfast including local specialities in Restaurant Fluhalp.
Switzerland’s first autonomous gondola lift opens in Zermatt
26/01/2021
Zermatt Bergbahnen AG has granted visitors, locals and even itself an early Christmas present. On 19 December 2020, the new ten-person Kumme gondola lift went into operation. This latest highlight in the Matterhorn ski paradise features a smart design and state-of-the-art technology.
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124 km of open pistes from 3 January 2021
01/01/2021
On Saturday 2 January 2021, the Eisfluh (no 5), Kumme (no 14) abd Tufternkumme (no 15) pistes will open. On Sunday 3 January 2021, the Obere National (no 8) piste will also open. Snow sports enthusiasts will have a total of 124 kilometres of newly-opened pistes to choose from.
104 km of open pistes from 19 December 2020
18/12/2020
On Saturday 19 December 2020, the White Hare (no 28), Untere National (no 1), Howette (no 3), Tuftern (no 9), Gifthittli (no 35) and Blatten (no 50) pistes will open, as well as two more magic carpets in the Wolli Park. Snow sports enthusiasts will have a total of 104 kilometres of newly-opened pistes to choose from.
85 km of open pistes from 15 December 2020
15/12/2020
On Tuesday 15 December 2020, the Riffelalp (no 39), Landtunnel (no 41) und Schweigmatten (no 42) and Stafelalp (no 52) pistes will open. Snow sports enthusiasts will have a total of 85 kilometres of newly-opened pistes to choose from.
77 km of open pistes from 12 December 2020
10/12/2020
On Saturday 12 December 2020, the Grünsee (no 26), Brunnjeschbord (no 4), Skiweg (no 61) and Weisse Perle (no 51) pistes to Furi will open, as well as two magic carpets in the Wolli Park. Snow sports enthusiasts will have a total of 77 kilometres of newly-opened pistes to choose from.
Ski area expansion on 5 December 2020
01/12/2020
On Saturday 5 December 2020, the ski facilities in Rothorn and Gornergrat will open, in addition to the cable cars in the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise that are already open. Pistes 6, 7, 11, 19, 29 and 36 will be accessible, expanding the ski area to 62 kilometres of pistes. Due to cantonal COVID-19 measures, restaurants remain closed until 13 December 2020, but six mountain restaurants are offering a takeaway service during this period.
Neue offene Pisten im Matterhorn Ski Paradise
25/11/2020
Ab Freitag, 27. November 2020 sind neu 40 Pistenkilometer im Matterhorn Ski Paradise befahrbar. Die Pisten 63, 64, 65, 66 und 70 von Trockener Steg bis Furgg werden zum Wochenende hin geöffnet. Der Betrieb des Testa-Skilifts wird zudem um eine Woche verlängert.
Start of the season postponed
16/11/2020
The warm weather in November makes technical snowmaking on the slopes difficult. For this reason, the start of the season for the Rothorn and Gornergrat areas has been postponed by one week to 5 December 2020. The Matterhorn glacier paradise area is open.
Furggsattel chair lift open from 10 October 2020
09/10/2020
From Saturday 10 October 2020, skiers in the Matterhorn ski paradise will be able to access 25 kilometres of pistes. Weather permitting, the Furggsattel chair lift will start operating, and pistes 71 and 72 will open, in addition to pistes 73, 80, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87 and 88. The connecting piste from the glacier ski area to Trockener Steg will also open.
Zermatt in coronavirus winter 2020/21: Safety and health above all
05/10/2020
The whole of Zermatt’s infrastructure is still available to guests this winter – combined with the necessary safety precautions to ensure the health of guests and employees. All the facilities and pistes will be open – and there will even be an additional cable car in operation, the Kumme gondola. Even the Zermatt Unplugged music festival will take place, albeit in a different format that's been adapted to the current situation.
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Air Zermatt renovates heliport
11/09/2020
A new visitor centre with comfortable seating plus entertainment and information facilities form the heart of the renovated Air Zermatt heliport.
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Season extension in Zermatt
19/08/2020
Zermatt prolonge la saison d’automne pour tenir compte des vacances scolaires suisses: les remontées mécaniques ainsi que de nombreux hébergements et restaurants resteront donc ouverts au moins jusqu’au 18 octobre 2020.
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Kumme gondola to open
17/08/2020
The 10-person Kumme gondola will open on 19 December 2020 and it will be the first gondola in Switzerland that can run without staff. Fifty-six cabins will carry 1,500 people per hour on the 3.2 km route from Tufternkehr via the middle station in Wyss Gufer to the Unterrothorn. The new facility and accompanying artificial snow system will be a fantastic addition to the winter sports facilities in the Unterrothorn area.
“Zooom the Matterhorn” – multi-million franc project on the Gornergrat
07/08/2020
A new multimedia experience all about the Matterhorn and the incredible views of the 29 surrounding four-thousanders is coming to the Gornergrat. In summer 2021, the first visitors will be able to enjoy a multi-dimensional immersion and get up close to this beautiful natural world. The exhibition will be in the station of the former “Hohtälli” cable car.
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Zermatt’s new 1 HP taxi
04/08/2020
Alpin Cargo has been transporting packages with the help of its carriage horse, Benny, for several months. Now, passengers can hop on as well, as the logistics specialist brings carriage rides back to Zermatt.
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Gerold Biner awarded the 2020 Rünzi Prize
20/07/2020
CEO and Air Zermatt helicopter pilot Gerold Biner is this year’s recipient of the award from the “Divisionär F.K. Rünzi” foundation. This award from the Board of Trustees, presided over by Council of State Christophe Darbellay, recognizes an exceptional person who has realized their childhood dream of becoming a helicopter pilot at Air Zermatt and made their passion into a career.
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Mountain railways open again from 6 June
27/05/2020
From 6 June, all leisure and entertainment businesses and tourist attractions may reopen. In addition to the facilities that are already open, the mountain railways, cinemas, swimming pools and camping sites will also be allowed to start the summer season.
Restaurants open again
11/05/2020
From 11 May 2020, restaurants, bars, shops, museums and sports facilities in Switzerland are allowed to be open again. However, strict conditions with protection concepts apply. Cable cars, camping sites and entertainment and leisure facilities will remain closed.
Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is investing in the future
08/04/2020
The lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic is causing a great deal of uncertainty and reduced sales for almost every industry in Switzerland. Instead of falling into a state of shock, the Zermatt Bergbahnen AG (ZBAG) concentrates on the time “when this is all over”. Despite the difficult starting position, the Board of Directors has decided to make the major investments of around 60 million Swiss francs over the next two years as planned. The additional financing provided by the banks also contributes to this decision. As soon as the weather conditions allow and no further official decisions relating to the coronavirus prevent construction work from taking place, ZBAG will commence the task of building the new Kumme gondola lift and continue work on the Matterhorn glacier ride II 3S cableway project.
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Gornergrat Bahn - now with Wi-Fi
02/03/2020
Gornergrat Bahn is the first Swiss rail company to provide the public with free Wi-Fi on all its trains. Simply log in to access free internet access between the car park in Täsch and the Gornergrat – on all shuttle trains and the Gornergrat Bahn.
GGB and MGBahn in the top ten best employers
24/02/2020
Gornergrat Bahn and the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn have been named among the Top Ten Best Employers in Switzerland 2020 by the Handelszeitung and Le Temps newspapers.
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New anniversary look for the Glacier Express
09/12/2019
The first completely renovated 1st and 2nd class cars of the Glacier Express are set to roll out just in time for next year’s 90th anniversary celebrations. The design and technology of the cars are based on the Excellence Class, which has proved hugely popular since its launch in March 2019.
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138 kilometres of pistes open
28/11/2019
On Saturday 22 November 2019, more facilities and pistes were opened to skiers. This means that a total of 138 kilometres of pistes are open from the weekend in the Matterhorn ski paradise.
Bookings in Excellence Class exceed expectations
05/11/2019
Passengers on the Glacier Express have been able to enjoy its new Excellence Class since 2019, with 4,855 experiencing the new product by the end of the summer. This translates as an occupancy rate of 55 percent – a result no one had expected. The pull of the new premium class has been accompanied by an increase in demand for the other two classes, with a complete facelift of both first and second class still to come.
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Furggsattel glacier lift open
22/10/2019
Skiers can now use the Furggsattel glacier lift to access up to 23 km of pistes in the Matterhorn Ski Paradise. More perfectly groomed pistes will be gradually added until all 360 km of pistes in the ski area are open by 30 November 2019.
Best Financial Year in the History of Zermatt Bergbahnen AG
30/09/2019
At the Annual General Meeting of 27 September 2019, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG was able to look back on the best financial year in the history of the company. Thanks to a highly successful summer in 2018 and an optimum 2018/19 winter season, the record sales of the previous year increased by a further 9.3% to reach CHF 76 million in the 2018/19 financial year, with EBITDA at CHF 39.6 million (up 14.4% year on year at 52% of sales) and operational cash flow at CHF 35.6 million (46.8% of sales, up 16% on the previous year). Benchmarked against the most important indicators, Zermatt Bergbahnen ranks among the very best performers in the whole sector.
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Opening "Alpine Crossing" in summer 2022
23/09/2019
The opening of the world’s highest 3S cableway to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise in the autumn of 2018 was just the first stage in the realization of a much more far-reaching vision: the creation of a continuous cableway connection between Zermatt and Italy – the so-called "Alpine Crossing". This crossing will be made possible by the addition of another structurally similar 3S cableway (tri-cable gondola lift) between Testa Grigia and the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. The first visitors should be able to make the highest crossing of the Alps in summer 2022.
Summer opening for the Blauherd-Rothorn cable car
18/09/2019
After being closed for two summer seasons due to landslips, at last the Blauherd-Rothorn cable car will open again on schedule for the start of the winter season. All the repairs and construction work to the pillars have been carried out successfully. Safe operation of the cable car is therefore assured winter and summer alike.
New ski pass product: Flex season pass
11/09/2019
From the 2019/20 winter season, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG will be offering its visitors a new, flexible ski pass - the Flex season pass. With this ski pass you can use the Matterhorn ski paradise five times during the winter season. The season pass, and all other Flex products, are available online.
Zermatt partners with “Ikon Pass”
28/08/2019
The "Ikon Pass" links 41 destinations on five continents. Pass holders have access to all destinations. From winter 2019/2020, Zermatt will be the first destination in Europe to be a partner. “Ikon Pass” holders will therefore have access to the Matterhorn ski paradise for seven days, "Icon Base Pass" holders for five days.
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn - Art on rails
06/05/2019
Until 26 May, three Upper Valais artists will be exhibiting their work in a moving Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn train.
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VIP Gondola redesign
01/05/2019
The VIP Gondola, where you can sip champagne on leather seats while floating gently above the ground, has undergone a redesign. After spending several years transporting guests from near and far between Zermatt and Trockener Steg, the time came for a new look. The details, however, will be kept under wraps until summer 2019.
Glacier Express: new food concept
01/05/2019
The catering service of the Glacier Express, Panoramic Gourmet AG, is launching a new culinary concept in the spring of 2019. This consists of various regional delicacies such as: an Alpine platter (Älplerteller) with Salzis (dry cured sausage) and Graubünden mountain cheese, traditional Valais rarebit soaked in white wine, oven-baked Graubünden capuns (chard roulades) with a little cheese on top, or, one of the classics, mince with macaroni and apple sauce. The offer is rounded off with regional wines. The aim is for guests to experience the culinary diversity of the regions they travel through on their plates.
Glacier Express: Starting signal for the Excellence-Class
07/03/2019
The Glacier Express is launching a new premium product: Excellence Class. Lounge chairs provide superb comfort and a concierge caters to the needs of passengers.
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Alpine Crossing: Vision becomes reallity
25/02/2019
The submission in the summer of 2018 of the project to construct a cableway link via a 3S cableway made by LEITNER ropeways between the stations at Testa Grigia and Matterhorn glacier paradise (Klein Matterhorn) generated intensive discussions between Zermatt Bergbahnen AG (ZBAG) and the complainant, the Swiss Foundation for Landscape Conservation (Stiftung Landschaftsschutz Schweiz, or SL). With both sides offering constructive proposals, an agreement has been reached and work can now start on the realization of an "Alpine Crossing" between Zermatt and Cervinia (Italy).
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The world’s highest 3S cableway is officially inaugurated
29/09/2018
After around two-and-a-half years’ construction work, the "Matterhorn glacier ride" – the world’s highest 3S cableway – has finally opened as planned, and Zermatt has gained a new attraction. From the beginning of the 2018/19 winter season, passengers will be able to use the new cableway to reach the Klein Matterhorn.
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Zermatt Bergbahnen AG continues to ride a wave of success
01/10/2018
At its Annual General Meeting convened on Trockener Steg on 29 September 2018, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is able to report another gratifying result and confirm last year’s record performance. Sales in fiscal 2017/18 totalled CHF 69.6 million, EBITDA reached CHF 34.6 million (49.7%) and operating cash flow CHF 30.7 million (44.1%). Once again, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG ranks number one for all key figures in a benchmark comparison.
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Travel to Zermatt virtually
31/08/2018
Experience Zermatt from your home: using the new "SBB VR" app. Active users can take advantage of attractive prices.
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Only 100 days to go: Zermatt’s new cableway of superlatives is coming soon
20/06/2018
The time has come on 29 September 2018: the Zermatt Bergbahnen AG opens the new 3S Cableway from Trockener Steg to the Klein Matterhorn.
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First Train Trip to Zermatt
24/01/2018
Zermatt can be reached again by train. This means that after four days, guests can once again arrive and depart without difficulties.
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Zermatt informs about the current situation
21/01/2018
Since Saturday evening, 20th January 2018, Zermatt is no longer accessible. Due to avalanche risk, the road and the railway line between Zermatt and Täsch are closed. There is no danger for guests and locals.
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Zermatt can be accessed again
10/01/2018
After being cut off for almost two days, Zermatt can now be accessed by train again.
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A Saison Pass is Worth It
10/12/2017
Holders of a season or annual pass for the Zermatt Bergbahnen AG do not only enjoy the pistes at the highest ski area in Europe but they also can ski at a reduced price in the Jungfrau Ski Region, in California’s Squaw Valley Resort and in the New Zealand ski resort, Mt. Ruapehu.
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Zermatt Bergbahnen AG Achieves Record Result
25/09/2017
In the 2016/17 business year, Zermatt Bergbahnen AG generated an all-time record result, with sales of CHF 69.6 million and a cash flow of CHF 30.3 million. The company saw an increase in revenue both from year-round excursion tourism (+8.3%) and winter sports (+3.5%).
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Riffelberg Express now also runs in summer
23/05/2017
Mountain lifts: The Riffelberg Express now also links the Furi mountain station with the Riffelberg in July and August 2017. This means that both Matterhorn glacier paradise and the Gornergrat can be visited easily in a single day.
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