Golf Guide Zermatt 2009
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In October of 1987, a meeting was held in Randa to discuss<br />
the idea of constructing a golf course. A company was then<br />
formed in 1988 under the name <strong>Golf</strong> Michabel AG. The<br />
<strong>Golf</strong> Club Matterhorn was created in 1989 by <strong>Zermatt</strong>’s first<br />
golfers. At that time, there was already a plan to construct a<br />
course between Randa and Tasch, at a place called Schalli.<br />
From the start, a large number of local figures expressed<br />
interest in the project. Unfortunately, several problems<br />
impeded the construction of the course.<br />
The <strong>Golf</strong> Club Matterhorn, although without a true golf<br />
course, was already very active. A six hole course without<br />
greens, as well as a driving range (without a ball machine),<br />
was created at Schalli. This permitted many beginners<br />
to discover this wonderful sport in a warm and friendly<br />
atmosphere.<br />
A change of zone assignment, from agricultural to leisure<br />
(golf), was approved by the population of Randa in 1992.<br />
The Canton of Valais gave its approval for the construction