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La Cordée

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A propriedade — La Cordée

La Cordée is a welcoming 3-star hotel in the heart of Zermatt, offering a homey atmosphere and comfortable rooms. The hotel's rustic-chic aesthetic, featuring wooden accents and traditional Swiss decor, creates a cozy ambiance. Perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts, La Cordée provides a convenient base for exploring the surrounding mountains and ski resorts. As you stand in the lobby, you'll feel the warmth of a traditional Swiss chalet, with the sound of cowbells and the scent of wood smoke in the air.

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Crónicas de Zermatt

Zermatt, a picturesque ski resort town in the Swiss Alps, was founded in the 11th century as a small farming village. The town's unique blend of traditional Swiss architecture and modern amenities has been shaped by its history as a popular destination for mountaineers and skiers. In the late 19th century, Zermatt became a hub for Alpine exploration, with the Matterhorn, one of the most iconic mountains in the world, drawing adventure-seekers and photographers. Today, Zermatt's charming streets are lined with boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants, showcasing the town's cultural identity. The town's architecture has evolved over the centuries, with many buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries, now protected as part of the Swiss cultural heritage.

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Melhores meses

June and September are ideal months to visit Zermatt, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and fewer crowds. The summer months offer a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, and paragliding, while the autumn foliage is breathtaking.

Peak / Festival Surge

August is the peak month in Zermatt, with the Unspunnenfest, a traditional Swiss folk festival, taking place in mid-August. Expect larger crowds and higher prices, especially during the festival, as hotel prices increase by up to 20% compared to the rest of the year. The Unspunnenfest attracts visitors from across Switzerland and beyond, making it a lively and festive time to visit.

Orçamento da temporada

April and May are the best budget shoulder months, with mild temperatures (10-15°C) and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to find discounts on accommodations and activities. Prices for hotels and ski passes are lower compared to the peak season, and the spring scenery is picturesque, with wildflowers blooming in the valleys.

Tempo e embalagem

Zermatt's climate is characterized by sudden changes in weather, with thunderstorms possible even in summer. Be sure to pack layers for your stay, including a waterproof jacket and comfortable hiking boots.

Livro City Briefing — Zermatt

  • The Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn railway line, which connects Zermatt to Visp, has been upgraded with new trains and improved schedules, reducing travel times and making it easier to get to the town.
  • A new mountain bike park has opened in the nearby village of Täsch, offering challenging trails for experienced riders and easier routes for families.
  • The Zermatt Ski Resort has announced plans to expand its ski lifts and trails for the upcoming winter season, with a focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly infrastructure.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to La Cordée, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request rooms on the upper floors (4th-5th) for a quieter stay, as they are further away from the lift and service entrance noise. The hotel's 4th floor also offers a more peaceful atmosphere, given its distance from the main street.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms near the lift (ground floor and 1st floor) may experience noise from the service entrance and lift usage. Additionally, rooms on lower floors may be susceptible to street noise, especially those facing the main road.

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Best views

If you're looking for a room with a view, request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the Matterhorn, which offers breathtaking views of the iconic mountain.

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Quietest floors

3rd-5th floors

🔊 Noise notes

Zermatt's main street can be lively, especially during peak season. Be aware that rooms facing the main road may experience some noise from pedestrian traffic.

Insider tips

Park your car at the Tämpi parking lot (about a 5-minute walk from the hotel) to avoid the limited parking spots near the hotel. Also, take advantage of the hotel's ski storage and boot drying facilities to make the most of your ski trip.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalações do hotel — La Cordée

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Wi-Fi

free in public areas, paid (CHF 10/h, CHF 20/24h) in rooms, login required with hotel-provided code

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Lift / Elevator

yes, serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers available

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Check-in / Check-out

14:00 - 20:00, early bag-drop available from 12:00, late check-out until 12:00 with fee CHF 50

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Baggage Storage

available at the front desk, CHF 5 per bag per day

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entrance, some structural limitations in historic building

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Parking

on-site parking available, CHF 25 per night, nearest public car park CHF 18 per day, EV charging available

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: CHF 3.50 per person per night (Mandatory)

Deposit & card hold: CHF 200 advance deposit, CHF 50 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Church: Kapelle der Heiligen Familie (529 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: Kirche St. Mauritius (532 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: Kapelle Zum See, Heilige Barbara (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Shopping

Viktoria Center — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Matterhorn Museum — 562 m · ~7 min walk

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Kids & Family

Sportanlage obere Matten — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 236 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Testa Grigia — 868 m · ~11 min walk

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Convenience Store

Puralpina — 504 m · ~6 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Zermatt — 258 m · ~3 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Swiss Franc, CHF

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Where to exchange

Travellers can exchange currency at local banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices in Zermatt. Be aware that rates at airports and tourist bureaux may be unfavourable.

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Cards & contactless

Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Zermatt, including contactless payments. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also accepted by many merchants.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping in Switzerland is generally less common and lower than in other European countries. A service charge is usually included in restaurant bills, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 CHF for exceptional service is considered polite.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

A coffee at a traditional Swiss café costs around 4-5 CHF.

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Best-value lunch

A budget-friendly option for lunch is a sandwich or salad at a local bakery or café, costing approximately 12-15 CHF.

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Affordable dinner

A hearty Swiss dish like a Älplermagronen (macaroni with cheese, onions, and apples) can be found at a restaurant for around 25-30 CHF.

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Street food & cheap eats

Street food is limited in Zermatt, but you can find some food stalls and vendors near the train station or in the village centre.

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Budget groceries

Coop and Migros are the main supermarket chains in Zermatt.

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Affordable clothes

Affordable shopping options can be found at local markets, thrift stores, or high-street brands like H&M and C&A.

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Cheapest way around

The cheapest way to get around Zermatt is by using the free shuttle bus service or walking. A day pass for the regional bus network costs around 10-15 CHF. From the airport, take the train to Visp and then the train to Zermatt, costing around 30-40 CHF.

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Money-saving tips

Buy a half-board accommodation to save on food costs, use public transport instead of taxis, and avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist bureaux.

É bom saber — Zermatt

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Plugs & power

Type C/J · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ CHF0.81 · CHF

Emergency Contacts

Zermatt
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Police
117
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Ambulance / Medical
144
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Fire Department
118

For mountain rescue, call 1414 (REGA) or 112 for EU-wide emergencies. The local Zermatt police station can be reached at +41 27 966 99 00.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Tufternhütte Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Sunnegga Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chämi-Hitta Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Hennu Stall Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Berggasthaus Trift Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Papperla Pub Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Igludorf Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Othmar’s Skihütte Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Zermatt, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at La Cordée

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 236 m · ~3 min walkpharmacy · Testa Grigia — 868 m · ~11 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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Zermatt Bus Line 2 (Elektrobus) 0 CHF (with Swiss Travel Pass)

Zermatt Station (Bahnhofplatz) → Hotel Viscaria (Riedstrasse stop)

8 min · Every 15 minutes · 06:00–23:00 (winter until 20:00)

💡 Buy a 24h ZermattBus ticket (5 CHF) or use the ZermattMobil app for real-time stops. Get off at 'Riedstrasse' — walk 50m east.

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Zermatt Bike & Taxi 10 CHF

Zermatt Station → Hotel Viscaria (Riedstrasse 40)

5 min · On-demand (call +41 27 967 07 07) · 07:00–22:00

💡 The hotel is 800m from the station — walk if light luggage. Taxi is electric since no combustion engines allowed. Book 10 mins ahead in winter.

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SBB Glacier Express / Interlaken–Zermatt 70 CHF

Zurich Airport → Zermatt (via Visp)

200 min · Hourly from Zurich HB (via Visp) · 05:00–22:00

💡 Change at Visp to the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn narrow-gauge train. Sit on the left for the best mountain views approaching Zermatt.

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Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (Lokal) 8 CHF

Täsch → Zermatt

12 min · Every 20 minutes · 05:30–00:30

💡 Cars are banned in Zermatt — park at Täsch (12 CHF/day) then take this shuttle. Buy a round-trip; it's cheaper than single tickets.

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Sobre Zermatt

Wikipedia ↗
Zermatt, Switzerland — city travel guide

Zermatt (German: [tsɛʁˈmat] , Swiss Standard German: [tsɛrˈmat]; Highest Alemannic: Zärmatt) is a municipality in the district of Visp in the German-speaking section of the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It has a year-round population of about 5,800 and is classified as a town by the Swiss Federal...

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Population 5,800

Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at La Cordée?

Request rooms on the upper floors (4th-5th) for a quieter stay, as they are further away from the lift and service entrance noise. The hotel's 4th floor also offers a more peaceful atmosphere, given its distance from the main street.

Which rooms should I avoid at La Cordée?

Rooms near the lift (ground floor and 1st floor) may experience noise from the service entrance and lift usage. Additionally, rooms on lower floors may be susceptible to street noise, especially those facing the main road.

Is La Cordée noisy?

Zermatt's main street can be lively, especially during peak season. Be aware that rooms facing the main road may experience some noise from pedestrian traffic.

Which rooms have the best views at La Cordée?

If you're looking for a room with a view, request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the Matterhorn, which offers breathtaking views of the iconic mountain.

What are insider tips for staying at La Cordée?

Park your car at the Tämpi parking lot (about a 5-minute walk from the hotel) to avoid the limited parking spots near the hotel. Also, take advantage of the hotel's ski storage and boot drying facilities to make the most of your ski trip.

What time is check-in at La Cordée?

Check-in at La Cordée is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does La Cordée have Wi-Fi?

free in public areas, paid (CHF 10/h, CHF 20/24h) in rooms, login required with hotel-provided code

Is there a city or tourist tax at La Cordée?

CHF 3.50 per person per night (Mandatory)

Where can I eat cheaply near La Cordée?

A budget-friendly option for lunch is a sandwich or salad at a local bakery or café, costing approximately 12-15 CHF.

What is the cheapest way to get around from La Cordée?

The cheapest way to get around Zermatt is by using the free shuttle bus service or walking. A day pass for the regional bus network costs around 10-15 CHF. From the airport, take the train to Visp and then the train to Zermatt, costing around 30-40 CHF.

When is the best time to visit Zermatt?

June and September are ideal months to visit Zermatt, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and fewer crowds. The summer months offer a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, and paragliding, while the autumn foliage is breathtaking.

Principais atrações em Zermatt

Zermatt Church and Cemetery Free

💡 Look for the grave of guides from the 1865 disaster—names are etched in stone. Best light for photos is 3–4pm in summer.

Hinterdorfsmuseum (Old Village) Free

💡 Best in late afternoon for golden light on the wood. Check the blackened beams inside—soot from open fires preserved them for 400+ years.

Five Lakes Walk (5-Seenweg) Free

💡 Skip Grünsee if short on time—it's the least scenic. Pack a picnic and swim in Leisee (water is cold but clear in July–August). Allow 3–4 hours.

Riffelsee with Matterhorn Reflection Free

💡 Go early morning before 9am to catch still water and avoid crowds. The trail is well-marked and takes about 20 minutes from the station.

Zermatt Matterhorn Museum

💡 The free audio guide in English is worth it—focus on the 'Crystal of Bort' section with historical climbing gear and diaries.

ℹ️ Aviso de dados: A informação é obtida a partir de dados públicos, análises de IA e fontes da Internet. Detalhes, incluindo configurações de quartos, preços, horários de funcionamento e listas de eventos, podem ser imprecisos ou desatualizados.
How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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