For an easy hike close to central Zermatt, opt for the 5-lakes trail, which includes charming mountain goats that graze along the way.

Our favorite day in Switzerland was climbing Breithorn mountain at 13,600 feet with Zermatters. This is great for beginner mountaineering.

We drove from Interlaken to Zermatt, with a stop in Adelboden. In Zermatt, we explored the central district and Mountaineers' Cemetery.