Backstage Hotel Vernissage
Backstage Hotel Vernissage in Zermatt blends avant-garde design with alpine charm, offering uniquely styled rooms and suites crafted by artist Heinz Julen. Guests enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, an in-house cinema, spa facilities, and creative dining experiences. Centrally located, the hotel provides easy access to Zermatt’s ski lifts and village attractions, making it an inspired retreat for art lovers and adventurers alike.
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Dining Experience
• Vernissage Bar & Lounge – Avant-garde design and lively après ski atmosphere, featuring expertly crafted cocktails, live music, and cultural events.
• After Seven – Michelin-starred restaurant led by chef Florian Neubauer, offering inventive tasting menus in a dramatic, contemporary space just steps from the hotel.
• Chez Vrony – Iconic mountain restaurant accessible via ski or hike, celebrated for gourmet Swiss specialties and breathtaking Matterhorn views.
• Papperla Pub – Energetic après ski venue known for live bands, festive crowds, and a quintessential alpine party experience.
Après Ski
Backstage Hotel Vernissage in Zermatt offers a distinctive dining and après ski experience centered around its acclaimed Vernissage Restaurant, where guests enjoy creative Swiss and international cuisine in a stylish, art-inspired setting. The hotel’s bar and lounge, known for its avant-garde design and vibrant atmosphere, is a popular spot for après ski cocktails and socializing, often featuring live music and cultural events. Just steps from the hotel, guests can explore Zermatt’s renowned culinary scene, including the Michelin-starred After Seven, helmed by chef Florian Neubauer, which offers innovative tasting menus in a dramatic, contemporary space. For a classic alpine experience, the nearby Brown Cow Pub serves hearty fare and local beers in a relaxed setting, while the Papperla Pub is a lively après ski hub with live bands and a festive crowd. Mountain restaurants such as Chez Vrony and Findlerhof, accessible via ski or hike, provide gourmet Swiss specialties and panoramic Matterhorn views, making them must-visit destinations for both lunch and après ski. The hotel’s central location ensures easy access to Zermatt’s diverse array of bars, wine lounges, and gourmet eateries, catering to discerning travelers seeking both refined dining and authentic alpine ambiance.
Spa & Wellness
The Backstage Hotel Vernissage features the Genesis Spa, offering a range of treatments such as massages, facials, and body therapies. The spa includes a unique wellness circuit inspired by the biblical creation story, with themed rooms, sauna, steam bath, and relaxation areas. Guests also have access to a fitness center and outdoor whirlpool. The spa is noted for its creative design and immersive wellness experience.
Ski Resort Guide
View Destination →Matterhorn Ski Paradise
Weather Forecast · 1,562m – 3,883m
Adequate conditions with potential for improvement.
Matterhorn Ski Paradise is experiencing a below-average season with only 58% of the typical snowfall. Recent snowfall has been minimal, and the forecast suggests moderate snow in the coming days. The freezing level is high, which may affect snow quality at lower elevations.
Depth score is low due to unreliable satellite data and season snowfall being below 200cm.
Recent snow score reflects minimal snowfall in the last week, totaling 15.12cm.
Forecast score is moderate with 20.1cm expected, indicating potential for improvement.
Historic score is low because the season is at 58% of the 5-year average, indicating a poor season.
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
Snowfall over the past five years has averaged slightly below the 30-year average, indicating a modest downward trend. The most recent season saw a significant drop, with snowfall reaching only 46% of the 5-year and 45% of the 30-year averages, marking it as a notable anomaly. This sharp decline follows a period of moderate variability, including an exceptionally high snowfall year in 2023, suggesting increased year-to-year fluctuations. Overall, recent data points to both heightened variability and a concerning decrease in snowfall relative to historical norms.
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Predictions are based on historical patterns and current season performance. Actual conditions may vary. Season dates are estimates and vary by resort.
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