The Summit Blog

We have spent a long time in Zermatt now. We do not profess to be born and bred locals, but between us we have a huge amount of experience in and around the mountains in Zermatt and all over the world.

Here you will find articles about what we enjoy about living in the Alps. Please have a look and enjoy, if you have any suggestions for interesting posts then let us know what you’d be interested to read about in the comments at the bottom of the page.

Mountaineering
Paul Hammett

Climbing in Zermatt

If you’re reading this, then you’re probably a skier or snowboarder, and skiers / snowboarders are generally: somewhat sporty, happy challenging themselves, not averse to

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Skiing
Lewis Jenkins

Making the most of lockdown

Bored? Stuck in lockdown with nothing to do? Reminiscing about that time you were in the mountains skiing freely? Look no further, here’s my guide

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Skiing
Paul Hammett

When does it snow?

Or when is the good snow? Good question. The accurate answer… mainly in winter. Beyond that, it’s hard to give any hard and fast answers

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Mountaineering
Paul Hammett

Mountaineering in Zermatt

Here at Summit, we’re skiers first and foremost. There’s a good chance you are too if you’re reading this. Our best days of the year

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