Resort Comparison

Davos Klosters vs Zermatt

Zermatt excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while Davos Klosters offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Zermatt offers better value, while Davos Klosters caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Davos Klosters leads with 3 wins

Best for Families

Zermatt

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

Zermatt

212.3" average season

Best Terrain

Davos Klosters

7,700 acres to explore

Best Value

Davos Klosters

$90 day pass

Easiest Access

Davos Klosters

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

Zermatt

World-class village experience

Davos Klosters

Graubünden, Switzerland

$$$Independent

Zermatt

Valais, Switzerland

$$$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

7.5

6.5

Walkability

7.0

9.0

Village Vibe

7.5

9.5

Mountain

Vertical

6,562'

7,217'

Skiable Area

7,700 ac

5,500 ac

Green Runs

15%

10%

Trails

300

200

Lifts

Getting There

Airport

ZRH

GVA

Drive Time

2.5h

Road Ease

7.0

8.0

Cost

Passes

Independent

Day Pass

$90

$100

Cost Tier

Premium

Luxury

Village

Dining

Excellent

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Davos Klosters

162.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

94.4" total

58%

Zermatt

212.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

209.9" total

99%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

212"106"0"

Davos Klosters

Zermatt

Key Insights

Key Differences

Davos Klosters's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Zermatt's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Zermatt's walkability score (9.0) exceeds Davos Klosters's (7.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Zermatt's family village atmosphere score (9.5) exceeds Davos Klosters's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Davos Klosters offers more terrain variety (7,700 acres vs 5,500 acres)
Davos Klosters is premium while Zermatt falls in the luxury category

Best For

Davos Klosters

Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Zermatt

Those seeking a walkable village experience
Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)

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The Verdict

Family

Mountain

Getting There

Cost

Village

Snowfall Comparison

Davos Klosters

Zermatt

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

Key Insights

Key Differences

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