Weed in Zermatt, Switzerland: my experience

Hi, smokers! You probably know that cannabis laws and regulations vary from one county to another, so let’s go deeper and try to understand what is going on with weed in Zermatt. My post covers info about weed laws, regulations, general attitude of locals and cops, hash VS weed availability and pricing, failures and success in searching weed in Zermatt.

I just got back from Zermatt a couple of days ago, and as I sit here enjoying a small joint of white widow, I can’t help but reflect on the great time I had in Zermatt — thanks in part to the cannabis that accompanied me on my adventures.

What Are the Rules About Weed in Zermatt?

In Zermatt, weed with a lot of a special component called THC (the stuff that makes you feel high) is not allowed. You can’t just go to a store and buy it like in some other countries. There’s also a kind of weed that doctors can give to sick people, but it doesn’t make you feel high like the other kind.

When I was in Zermatt, I met a local guy named Sam who knows a lot about how things really work with weed in Zermatt. He told me that even though the rules are strict, the police aren’t always super strict about it, especially with visitors.

What Happens If You Get Caught with Weed?

In Zermatt, if you have a little bit of weed with you (less than 10 grams), you probably won’t get into big trouble. The police might take it away, but they usually won’t arrest you. It’s still a good idea to be careful and not smoke cannabis in public in Zermatt.

What Do People in Zermatt Think About Weed?

Even though weed is against the rules, a lot of people in Zermatt don’t mind it too much. They just think you should be polite and not smoke it in front of everyone.

On my first night in Zermatt, Sam invited me to a small gathering at his place — just a few friends, some beer, weed, and a PlayStation 5. It was exactly my kind of evening! I was fortunate to have met Sam, who became my go-to person for cannabis during my stay in Zermatt. He assured me that as long as you’re respectful and avoid drawing attention, the locals are generally okay with cannabis use. But again, it’s best not to carry more than 10 grams on you.

Coppin' Weed in Zermatt: The New Wave

So here’s the scoop on how folks are gettin' their green in Zermatt. Sam gave me some info — big-time cannabis dealers are all about that darknet life, coppin' their supply from shady onion sites like DrChronic or Bitpharma. They flip it to locals and tourists alike. But if you’re just in Zermatt for a few days, tryin' to navigate the darknet and waitin' on cannabis shipments ain't it.

If you are just having a short vacation or a trip to Zermatt - purchasing weed via wholesale darknet websites is not an option. Looking for dealers on the streets and in parks is still something you may do to find some weed in Zermatt, but more and more dealers are shifting to online orders done via messengers and payments in bitcoins instead of cash. This simply protects them from ever being caught by cops. Crypto payments are anonymous and delivery is done to selected location without any personal meetings, so both you and the dealer are secured from any possible consequences.

This was a surprise for me cause I am more old school and just “heard something about crypto”. While now all youngsters (who are usually a target group for cannabis dealers) have crypto wallets so dealers simply follow the trend. I think dealers are losing money anyway because not all clients know crypto, but Sam commented that nowadays if you do not use crypto - you 100% have a friend who uses it, so you may just send him money from card and he does crypto transaction for you. After that I remembered I also have such a friend, so I agreed with Sam.

Question / Answer session about marijuana in Zermatt

Is high % THC weed forbidden in Zermatt?

Yes, non-medical cannabis is regulated and restricted in Zermatt, while police is relaxed about marijuana and having less than 10 grams with you should not result in imprisoning anything serious.

Anyway what if you get caught with some THC cannabis product in Zermatt?

Depends on the situation, but if officers think you are a drug dealer for some reason who delivers stuff - you should get punished problems. In general tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers with large amounts.

Can I find weed in Zermatt in some oldschool way?

Of course you can! While sniffing dark streets / parks and pinging taxi drivers is an outdated approach for searching marijuana already - a big bunch of dealers migrated to online sales via messengers and crypto, but hustling parks and central streets in searches for weed may still give you some successful results.

Is There Good-Quality Weed in Zermatt?

Yes, but you might have to look a bit harder to find it. The quality can be different depending on the exact weed dealer.

Is Hash Available in Zermatt?

Yes, hash, which is another kind of cannabis, is also available in Zermatt. It’s a bit like weed but prepared differently.

How Much Does Weed Cost in Zermatt?

The price can change depending on how good the weed is. High-quality weed can cost about €20 to €25 per gram, and hash can be even more expensive.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Shakespeare Smoked Cannabis

Maybe his source of inspiration? Marijuana residues were found in William Shakespeare’s home, which we believe could have been an enormous aid in writing all the screenplays and poems.

2. Bob Marley Was Buried With Grass

The musical star was buried with his red Gibson guitar, a cannabis bud, and a Bible open on the 23rd Psalm, which reads: “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures”. Way to go, Marley.

3. Multiple Species

Cannabis has three primary species: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis, each with different characteristics.

4. Religious Use

Cannabis has been used in religious rituals in various cultures, notably in Hinduism and by Rastafarians.

5. Fast-Growing

Hemp is one of the fastest-growing plants and can reach maturity in just four months, making it a highly sustainable crop.