Since 1938
OUR HISTORY
Chronicle
Milestones
1938
Founding of EHC Zermatt
The Zermatt ice hockey club is founded and competes for the first time in amateur leagues. Ice hockey finds its home in the heart of the Valais Alps at the foot of the Matterhorn.
Founding
1938–90
Successful Amateur Decades
The club establishes itself in the amateur ranks and nurtures the ice hockey tradition in the Mattertal for decades. Sport, camaraderie and a love of the ice take centre stage.
1990s
Struggles & Hiatus
A lack of player recruitment and organisational challenges lead to a temporary halt in play. A difficult time for ice hockey in Zermatt.
Hiatus
2002
Refounded by Olivier Horvath
The club experiences its renaissance. Initiated by Olivier Horvath, the refounding emphasises camaraderie and genuine enjoyment of the sport — not just league success. The passion returns.
Refounding
2004
1st Championship, Group A
Just two years after being refounded, EHC Zermatt claims its first championship title in Group A. A historic moment for the club and the whole region.
🏆 1st Title
2008
2nd Championship & 1st Cup Win
The club confirms its dominance in Group A, winning the championship again and lifting the cup for the first time. Two trophies in one season.
🏆 2nd Title
🥇 1st Cup
2016
3rd Championship
EHC Zermatt proves its consistency, securing the Group A championship for the third time. The team grows together.
🏆 3rd Title
2018
4th Championship & 2nd Cup Win
Another double success: championship and cup win in the same season. EHC Zermatt cements its reputation as the Mattertal's top club.
🏆 4th Title
🥇 2nd Cup
2018–24
Strong Years in the Rems A
EHC Zermatt establishes itself firmly in the Rems A, keeping the ice hockey tradition of the Mattertal alive. Sport, camaraderie and a love of the ice define these years.
Rems A
2024/25
Relegated to Rems B
Season 2024/25: EHC Zermatt is relegated to the Rems B. But the club's spirit remains unbroken — passion and unity are stronger than any defeat.
Rems B
2025/26
🏆 CHAMPIONS 2025/26 — Promoted to Rems A!
Season 2025/26: EHC Zermatt dominates the Rems B and claims the championship title. The triumphant return to the Rems A is complete. Passion pays off — this team has made history.
🏆 5th Title
Promoted to Rems A