This Swiss Village Feels Like a Dream | Walking Tour of Zermatt 🏔️

This Swiss Village Feels Like a Dream | Walking Tour of Zermatt 🏔️

Welcome to beautiful Zermatt, Switzerland! Zermatt is a mountain resort town located in the canton of Valais, in southern Switzerland, at the foot of the famous Matterhorn in the Swiss Alps. It is part of the German-speaking region of the country. The town has around 5,800 permanent residents, although the population increases significantly during the tourist seasons. Zermatt is located at an elevation of about 1,608 meters (5,276 feet) above sea level. The town is car-free: only electric taxis and horse-drawn carriages are allowed, which helps preserve its clean alpine atmosphere. Today a beautiful, relaxing and atmospheric stroll through this magical place awaits us. We’re making our way down from the town’s high point to explore its central streets, chalets and more stunning scenery. Before the 19th century Zermatt was a remote farming village, inhabited mainly by Alpine shepherds and farmers. It was known as “Praborno” until the mid-19th century, then gradually took the name “Zermatt” (from “Zur Matte,” meaning “by the meadow”). Early 1800s with the Romantic movement and the first mountaineers exploring the Alps, British travelers and scientists began visiting the region. The surrounding peaks and glaciers were largely unmapped and unclimbed. July 14, 1865: British climber Edward Whymper led the first successful ascent of the Matterhorn (4,478 m / 14,692 ft) This dramatic climb — and the tragedy of four climbers dying on the descent made headlines across Europe and instantly put Zermatt on the map as a mountaineering destination. By 1891, the opening of the Visp–Zermatt railway — later to become part of the famous Glacier Express route transformed access to the valley, turning the secluded mountain community into a destination for travelers. In the early 20th century, Zermatt blossomed into a favorite retreat for mountaineers, skiers, and wealthy European visitors. Grand hotels like the Mont Cervin and the Monte Rosa rose to welcome this new wave of guests, and the village gained a reputation for Alpine elegance and adventure. Then, in 1947, Zermatt made a bold move by banning combustion-engine vehicles, allowing only electric taxis and horse-drawn carriages. This decision established it as one of the first car-free resorts in the Alps and helped preserve its clean, tranquil atmosphere. Are you enjoying our walk around Zermatt? Let me know in the comments! We’re continuing our walk — soon we’ll stroll along the main street and see an interesting performance by musicians. Stay with me!

🏔️ Take a relaxing walking tour of Zermatt, Switzerland – the car-free alpine resort at the foot of the Matterhorn. Wander through charming streets lined with traditional chalets, boutique shops and mountain views that look straight out of a postcard.

In this immersive 4K walking tour you’ll experience the peaceful atmosphere of Zermatt with no commentary – only natural ambient sounds of the village and alpine air. Perfect for virtual travel, background viewing, relaxation or planning your own trip to Switzerland.

📍 Highlights of this walk:
• Car-free streets and traditional Swiss chalets
• Views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks
• Central squares, cosy cafés and local shops
• Authentic alpine atmosphere in every corner

💬 Tell us in the comments: Have you ever been to Zermatt or is it on your travel list?

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Timeline
0:00 – Intro
1:50 – The start of walk. Picturesque views
13:23 – the Vispa river
26:23 – The central streets
49:24 – Bahnhofstrasse
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Video Duration: 1:06:41

📍Location: Switzerland | Zermatt
Shooting time: July 31, 16:27, Wednesday
Weather: 20°C | 68 °F

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