A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Zermatt vs. Linkoping for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Zermatt or Linkoping?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Zermatt and Linkoping can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Zermatt or Linkoping?

Zermatt

Located at the foot of the Matterhorn, Zermatt is a Swiss village best known for its skiing, climbing, and hiking opportunities. It has become a popular mountain resort town due to its location and also features a number of boutique shops, hotels, and restaurants that cater to the vacationers who come to enjoy the many winter activities of the Alps.

Linkoping

Linkoping is in the northern portion of the Gotaland region and is the capital of Ostergotland county. The city has all of the amenities of a larger city, but manages to maintain the feel and atmosphere of a quaint small town. This is mainly due to the lack of tall buildings within the city limits. Building height is restricted by the nearby military airfield, so Linkoping has a cosy ambiance that leads you to believe that you're somewhere hidden away. The university that is located here also helps create the feel of a college town. The students are well integrated into city life and help bring energy and entertainment to town, both in the form of cultural events during the day as well and an active night life in the evening.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Stockholm.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zermatt and Linkoping, we can see that Zermatt is more expensive. And not only is Linkoping much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Linkoping would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Linkoping and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Zermatt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zermatt than you might in Linkoping.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zermatt Expensive? and Is Linkoping Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Zermatt or Linkoping?

Linkoping has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Zermatt. When comparing the sizes of Zermatt and Linkoping, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Zermatt or Linkoping?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Zermatt or Linkoping in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Zermatt and Linkoping. Most visitors come to Zermatt for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Zermatt is a little warmer than Linkoping in the summer. The daily temperature in Zermatt averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Linkoping fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Linkoping this time of the year. In Zermatt, it's very sunny this time of the year. Zermatt usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during summer. Zermatt gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.

Zermatt gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Zermatt usually receives more rain than Linkoping. Zermatt gets 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Zermatt or Linkoping in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Zermatt as well as Linkoping. The autumn months attract visitors to Zermatt because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Zermatt is much warmer than Linkoping. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zermatt in October average around 15°C (58°F), and Linkoping averages at about 8°C (46°F).

In the autumn, Zermatt often gets more sunshine than Linkoping. Zermatt gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 80 hours of full sun.

Zermatt receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Zermatt usually gets more rain in October than Linkoping. Zermatt gets 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Zermatt or Linkoping in the Winter?

Both Linkoping and Zermatt are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zermatt this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Linkoping. It's quite cold in Zermatt in the winter. In January, Zermatt is generally much warmer than Linkoping. Daily temperatures in Zermatt average around 5°C (41°F), and Linkoping fluctuates around -3°C (28°F).

Zermatt usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during winter. Zermatt gets 119 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 32 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Zermatt usually receives more rain than Linkoping. Zermatt gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Zermatt or Linkoping in the Spring?

Both Linkoping and Zermatt during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Zermatt for the small town charm and the natural beauty.

Zermatt is much warmer than Linkoping in the spring. The daily temperature in Zermatt averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Linkoping fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In the spring, Zermatt often gets more sunshine than Linkoping. Zermatt gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 157 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Zermatt. Zermatt usually gets more rain in April than Linkoping. Zermatt gets 152 mm (6 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Linkoping and Zermatt