Andermatt, Switzerland

If you are traveling via train and can handle a 2+ hour train ride, take a ride down to Andermatt for some incredible views of the central Swiss Alps and outstanding skiing. Using Snow N Rail it is just 70chf (using Halbtax), making this one of the best bargains from Zurich.

Upon arrival to the main station in Andermatt you can follow signs to the cable car or take a train to another portion of the mountain. There are four peaks at this mountain and unfortunately like many Swiss ski resorts you can't access all of them via piste. Plan on checking the train schedules between mountains to maximize your time on the slopes. For a link the the ski pistes click here.

Skiing down to Andermatt is a great catwalk offering stellar views of the town below. You'll come across cow pastures, kids sledging, and several tempting apres ski options on the descent. For the best skiing at Andermatt head to the 2 mountains farthest away from each other (ie not the wind turbine mountain).