Which place is cheaper, Lisse or Zermatt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zermatt or Lisse?
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 Lisse can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Zermatt or Lisse?
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.
Lisse
Lisse is very much a seasonal destination. During a two month period every spring it becomes one of the Netherlands most popular tourist destinations. In the Bulb Region of South Holland, it is home to the Keukenhof amusement park, which comes to life every spring with millions of flowers coming into full bloom. The spectacular sight attracts over eight hundred thousand visitors every year, all during that two month time period. This sight truly is amazing with rows of colored flowers lighting up the grounds. The flowers cover more than 32 hectares and include tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and other spring flowers. Its a wonderful sight for people of all ages, and a wonderful photographic opportunity for anybody in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZermatt $223Lisse $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Zermatt is $223, while the average daily cost in Lisse is $157. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Zermatt and Lisse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZermatt $126Lisse $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZermatt $252Lisse $172
Compare Hotels in Zermatt and Lisse
Looking for a hotel in Zermatt or Lisse? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Zermatt Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zermatt $53Lisse $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zermatt
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zermatt:
- Private Transfer Zurich Airport to Zermatt Tasch Station: $1,087
- 3-Hour Private Transfer from Zermatt and Saa to Geneva Airport: $235
- Zermatt to Malpensa Airport (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $141
- Cervinia, Italy to Malpensa Airport (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $126
- Breuil-Cervinia to Milan Malpensa Airport MXP-Departure Transfer: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Zermatt or Lisse?
Prices for flights to both Lisse and Zermatt change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayZermatt $57Lisse $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zermatt
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zermatt.
- Evening Tapas Tour with Dinner and Drinks: $119
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisse
For Lisse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Haarlem's Food-steps: A self-guided Food Tour: $39
- WALKING DINNER HAARLEM | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- Guided Food Tour Haarlem (min. 2 persons) - Many local tastings : $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zermatt $56Lisse $32
Tours and Activities in Zermatt
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zermatt are as follows:
- Basel Private Tour: Zermatt & Gornergrat Scenic Railway: $885
- Basel: Gornergrat Railway & Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Tour: $1,067
- Bern Private Tour: Zermatt & Gornergrat Scenic Railway: $856
- Bern Private Tour: Zermatt Village & Glacier Paradise: $801
- Bern: Gornergrat Railway & Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Tour: $984
- From Basel: Zermatt and Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Tour: $530
- From Bern: Zermatt Guided Tour with Matterhorn Railway Pass: $530
- From Zurich: Zermatt Village & Glacier Paradise Private Tour: $885
- Interlaken Private Tour to Gornergrat & Matterhorn Paradise: $1,026
- Interlaken Private Tour: Zermatt & Gornergrat Scenic Railway: $843
- Interlaken Private Tour: Zermatt Village & Glacier Paradise: $801
- Majestic Hiking Private Tour in Zermatt with pick up: $1,692
Tours and Activities in Lisse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lisse.
- Walking tour Haarlem (Tip Based): $4.36
- Keukenhof: Parking Ticket or Park Information Booklet: $7.49
- Haarlem Highlights Walking Tour Audio and GPS Guided: $7.57
- Cultural and Historical Audio guided walking tour Tour of Haarlem: $13
- Leiden: Windmill and Countryside Cruise near Keukenhof: $16
- Haarlem: Canal Cruise Spaarne Mill to Mill: $20
- Haarlem: 50 minutes Boat Cruise: $20
- 90 minutes Self-Guided Walking tour and Escape room in Haarlem: $21
- Keukenhof: Entry Ticket: $21
- Haarlem Open Canal Tour with a real live guide: $25
- Discover Haarlem with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour: $27
- 2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History & Highlights of Haarlem: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZermatt $28Lisse $25
Sample the Local Flavors in Zermatt
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Zermatt:
- Wine Tasting in Valais: $84
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisse
Also in Lisse, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Haarlem Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zermatt and Lisse, we can see that Zermatt is more expensive. And not only is Lisse much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lisse would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lisse 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 Lisse.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zermatt Expensive? and Is Lisse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zermatt or Lisse?
Lisse has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Zermatt. When comparing the sizes of Zermatt and Lisse, 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 Lisse?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Zermatt or Lisse in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zermatt as well as Lisse. Most visitors come to Zermatt for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Zermatt is a little warmer than Lisse. Typically, the summer temperatures in Zermatt in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Lisse averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lisse. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zermatt this time of the year. In the summer, Zermatt often gets more sunshine than Lisse. Zermatt gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisse receives 204 hours of full sun.
Zermatt receives a lot of rain in the summer. Zermatt usually gets more rain in July than Lisse. Zermatt gets 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZermatt 23°C (73°F)Lisse 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Zermatt or Lisse in the Autumn?
Both Lisse and Zermatt are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. 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 October, Zermatt is generally a little warmer than Lisse. Daily temperatures in Zermatt average around 15°C (58°F), and Lisse fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Zermatt usually receives more sunshine than Lisse during autumn. Zermatt gets 152 hours of sunny skies, while Lisse receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Zermatt. In October, Zermatt usually receives more rain than Lisse. Zermatt gets 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZermatt 15°C (58°F)Lisse 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Zermatt or Lisse in the Winter?
Both Lisse and Zermatt during the winter are popular places to visit. 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 Lisse. It's quite cold in Zermatt in the winter. Zermatt is much warmer than Lisse in the winter. The daily temperature in Zermatt averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Lisse fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Zermatt often gets more sunshine than Lisse. Zermatt gets 119 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisse receives 46 hours of full sun.
Zermatt usually gets more rain in January than Lisse. Zermatt gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZermatt 5°C (41°F)Lisse 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Zermatt or Lisse in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zermatt and Lisse. Many travelers come to Zermatt for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Zermatt is much warmer than Lisse. Typically, the spring temperatures in Zermatt in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Lisse averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Zermatt usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lisse during spring. Zermatt gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Lisse receives 166 hours of full sun in the spring.
Zermatt gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Zermatt usually receives more rain than Lisse. Zermatt gets 152 mm (6 in) of rain, while Lisse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZermatt 13°C (55°F)Lisse 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Lisse and Zermatt
| Zermatt | Lisse | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 194 mm (7.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (42°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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