Zermatt ski vacations are not only for the winter – – Zermatt ski vacations are also popular summer destinations in Switzerland.  Zermatt is located in a region of the Swiss Alps that is high enough to provide excellent ski conditions even during the summer months.  Well-groomed glacier slopes are perfect for both beginners and experts.  In fact, many ski teams use Zermatt for off-season training.  The resort boasts high speed runs along with several black pistes for more experienced skiers.  Beginners can take lessons at the ski school to improve their skiing abilities before taking to the slopes.  With a super pike, rail park and kicker park, the Gravity Snowboard Park is one of the top freestyle snowboard parks in Europe – – a snowboarders idea of heaven on earth.