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Riffelalp Resort 2222m
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Riffelalp Resort 2222m, CH-3920 Zermatt, Switzerland.
The location of the Riffelalp Resort 2222m, opposie the Matterhorn, offers a unique alpine panorama, with benefiting from the favorable microclimatic conditions ...
... in 2222 meters (7,290 ft) above sea level.
The Riffelalp is located above Zermatt. The idyllic mountain village Zermatt, at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn, is a world without cars. Electric-cars and horse-drawn sleighs and carriages are the only transport allowed. Come to car-free Zermatt - the perfect Alpine resort for rest and relaxation.
Well-groomed ski runs, sign-posted walking paths, cross-country skiing tracks, summer and winter sports facilities of every kind imaginable - Zermatt leaves nothing to be desired. Whoever takes a holiday here will find everything they need: relaxation, peace and quiet in healthy mountain air and unspoilt nature. Variety, shopping and a vast offer of leisure activities in a lively town. Guests are spoilt in mountain restaurants, cosy Raclette places, speciality restaurants and gourmet temples. And those who do not want to go to bed early can take a pick from a variety of bars and nightclubs that areuntil the small hours.
At the heart of the Gornergrat skiing and hiking district, the luxurious Riffelalp Resort 2222m lies 2,222 meters (7,290 ft.) above sea level. The location offers a unique alpine panorama, while benefiting from the favorable microclimatic conditions. The first Grand Hotel was built between 1878–1884, but completely destroyed by fire in –1998, the Berghotel Riffelalpd again to visitors. December 1, 2000 marked theng of Riffelalp Resort 2222m, offering all the services and amenities of a modern five-star hotel.
Zimmerbeschreibungen: The Riffelalp Resort offers 63 comfortable and exclusive guestrooms and 2 with all comfort equipped apartments in "Alpenresidenz Augstkumme". All rooms are fully equipped with five-star amenities, including cable TV in a variety of languages, direct-dial telephone, modem and fax sockets. Most rooms have a balcony and offer breathtaking views of the Matterhorn.
- 17 comfortable "Nostalgie"-style double rooms in the fully refurbished existing facility.
- 46 exclusive "Chalet"-style double rooms in the new building.
- 2 spacious apartments in the "Alpenresidenz Augstkumme".
Various suite or family arrangements possible.
DiningThe Riffelalp Resort spoilt the guests with sevral restaurants.
- The Restaurant Alexandre servers delicious set menus, à la carte dishes, weekly buffets and soirees set against a spectacular view.
- The Walliser Keller restaurant, for those seeking a homey atmosphere in which to sample the local specialities.
- La Terrasse du Pavillon, serving up everything from ski-hut favourites to high cuisine and local delicacies - a must for all gourmets.
- The Lodge is spacious bar area in the cosy lobby. Sit back and enjoy the piano music while you savour your cocktail and the "dolce far niente".
A further attraction is the traditional Seiler hotel "Dine around", with a choice of ten different restaurants in Zermatt (French, Italian, US, Japanese and Swiss cuisine).
Sports and Wellness: The Riffelalp Resort has its own heated indoor pool, solarium, massage parlour, sauna (separate facility for ladies), steam baths and fitness room. In-house skiman by Bayard-Sport for ski-rental and ski-service. In-house ski teacher.
Zermatt, with its wind-protected southern location, embraces three skiing areas which enjoy superb snow conditions and the longest skiing season in the Alps. The 394 km of ski runs include slopes ranging from the simplest to the most challenging. Easy access is provided by an extensive network of 74 transport facilities, with high-capacity cableways, mountain railways and ski-lifts (incl. Cervinia, Italy) capable of conveying up to 75180 passengers an hour.
This white wonderland and the magic of the Matterhorn combine to create endless opportunities for ski-tours and a vast variety of all-inclusive arrangements.
Zermatt has many opportunities for hiking. There are numerous well-marked footpaths and walks (400 km in all) which will take you through pine-scented mountain forests, to the shores of calm Alpine lakes and to the ice-blue glaciers. Mountain railways make it easy to reach the high altitude rambling areas. There are many mountain cabins and restaurants ready to offer a warm welcome and a leisurely rest.
Other local activities include: tennis, ice skating, curling, mountain biking, winter and summer skiing, helicopter trips, heli-skiing, hiking, mountaineering, glacier tours, paragliding etc.
Additional features: In addition to magnificent salons and alcoves for relaxation, the "Riffelalp Resort 2222m" also has two bowling alleys, a wine bar, a home cinema, a billiard room, a kindergarten, and the concert and conference hall "The Church". "Dine around" with 10 restaurants in Zermatt. Arrival and departure with the Gornergrat train - Zermatt-Riffelalp-Zermatt. Free Downtown night-train from the Resort to the village and back (at 9.50 and 11.30 p.m.). Pets allowed on request.
In winter from mid-December to mid-April and in summer: from mid-June to mid-October.
Room rates: Approx. CHF Single rooms 185-565, Double rooms 330-990 and Junior suites 590-1,130. Rates are per room per night and include: in winter: halfboard in the restaurants and Dine Around in the Seiler Hotels in Zermatt, in summer: copious breakfast buffet . Rates for Junior suites deluxe and suites on request.
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