Lets be honest, why wouldn't you pick the fabulously picturesque Zermatt for your Winter break? It lies on the border between Italy and Switzerland, and us Brits should be proud as it was British mountaineers who discovered this resort in the first place. With such awesome views of the Matterhorn towering over the small traditional town, you can't better the scenery either. It is actually not difficult to see why Zermatt has been voted the best Ski resort in the world, with its 394 km of piste, there is something for all levels, from the beginner to the expert off piste skier.
Therefore Zermatt has to be the ideal choice for families. Famous for it's almost fairytale like quality, it is a popular choice as it is car free. You can get back to a past era with delightful horse drawn sleighs and carriages making this resort largely hassle free. The easiest option is to leave the car in the town below and then take the train straight into Zermatt. Having a Ski resort with no cars means that as well as being safe to wander about at your leisure, there is also a peaceful element about this place. Due to Zermatt's great altitude (1620 m), there are excellent snow conditions, meaning long runs into the village. By choosing Zermatt, you can also enjoy the longest winter season in the Alps; meaning you can ski later in the season when it is not as crowded or as cold, which makes it more appealing for little ones.
The choice of dining on the mountain is exceptional, something for all the family with over 30 restaurants boasting amazing vistas and consistently high quality food. For the non skiers amongst us or for those who fancy an afternoon off, Zermatt offers great alternative daytime activities. These include walking trails, a health spa, a Gym, an indoor pool and a cinema, as well as excellent shopping. Lastly if dropping the kids off appeals to you, then there are many choices of kids clubs, indoor play areas, art and craft clubs and of course children's ski lessons which are all easily accessible, leaving you to explore this magical place unhindered!
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