Matterhorn Relocation

What Matterhorn Relocation offers

Matterhorn Relocation describes its core function as "Premium Relocation and Real Estate Services." This is not a firm that moves your boxes: it is a service that finds you a home and guides you through relocating your life to a new region. The company was founded by Sandra Furrer, who appears in testimonials as deeply embedded in the Zurich relocation market. Matterhorn Relocation serves the Zurich area primarily, but extends into Zug, Schwyz, Klosters, and Zermatt in the Swiss Alps.

The dual focus on relocation and real estate is deliberate. The firm knows that moving to a new place means finding somewhere to live first, and it positions itself to handle both the logistics of getting there and the property search that precedes it.

How it works for someone moving to Zurich

The relocation half of the service addresses the full arc of moving to the region. For those arriving in Zurich, the firm describes its approach this way: "Are you on the move to Zurich? Perhaps you've found a new job or you're simply looking for a change of scenery. Whatever the case, we support you along every stage of your journey: from finding the right region and neighborhood, to viewing addresses that meet your requirements and moving your belongings into your new home."

That sequence matters. Matterhorn does not start by asking where you want to live; it starts by helping you understand which neighborhoods suit you. Only after you have a sense of the region does the firm move to property viewing. That order prevents the dead time of touring apartments in places you do not want to be.

The firm also works in reverse: if you are leaving Zurich, "we actively support you through the whole process, from reletting, to deregistration and handover. You decide how much help you need and with which tasks." This matters because leaving involves selling or subletting your existing place, deregistration with the authorities, and coordination of the handover with tenants or buyers. Different people need different levels of support, and Matterhorn frames it as a menu rather than an all-or-nothing package.

Real estate and property services

The real estate side of the business serves people both relocating to Switzerland and those already established here. For those looking for a property, "You want to rent or buy a property in or around Zurich, Zug, Schwyz or Klosters and Zermatt in the Swiss Alps? With us, you can count on a team of local experts to help you find your dream property."

The firm emphasizes its network: "Our extensive network of contacts has access to addresses not yet available on the open market, giving you first pick." That is the core value proposition of a real estate agent working at the premium end: off-market access. For someone relocating to a tight market, that access matters.

The site displays sample listings with property details: square footage, room counts, rental status, and location. A property in Rapperswil is listed as 543 square meters with 9 rooms. Another in Meilen is 114 square meters with 3.5 rooms. A property in Schindellegi is 185 square meters with 3.5 rooms. These are furnished examples, not an inventory, but they give a sense of the price tier and market segment the firm serves: larger homes and apartments in the premium Zurich suburbs and Alpine regions.

For those wanting to let or sell a property, the firm offers to "boost the visibility of your address, find the right tenant or buyer and keep the process as streamlined as possible."

The founder and team

Matterhorn Relocation is presented as Sandra Furrer's business. She holds the title Founder and CEO. Client testimonials name her by name, and one reads: "Relocating a family half way across the world wouldn't have been possible without our relocation agent Sandra." Another notes, "Sandra is extremely knowledgeable and has answers to any question you may have about your move to Zurich. Everything was meticulously planned, organized and managed, and most importantly, the service was incredibly personable and friendly."

One testimonial captures how deeply Sandra is woven into the Zurich experience: "Sandra helped us enter Switzerland in 2016. Nothing is ever a hassle for her. Our relocation was seamless and when we arrived at the apartment internet access and everything was ready, even decorated with flowers. You will never know what you need until you need it and Sandra will find a way to resolve."

That last line is instructive: it signals that relocation involves unknowns a checklist cannot cover, and the value of a relocation agent is problem-solving on the fly when surprises arrive.

What the site does not address

The site publishes no fee structure or pricing guidance. You cannot learn what it costs to engage Matterhorn Relocation, whether the firm charges a fixed fee, a percentage of the property price, an hourly rate, or some combination. The cost of the real estate search and the cost of the relocation logistics are not separated.

No timeline appears: the site does not say how long a typical property search takes, how far in advance to engage the firm, or how long from first contact to move-in.

The site lists no team members beyond Sandra Furrer, so you cannot tell whether she handles all clients personally or how the work is divided within the company. There are no published credentials or accreditations. There are no metrics on the firm's market success: number of relocations handled, number of properties sold, repeat clients, etc.

The firm does not publish testimonials from corporate relocations or employer partnerships. The three testimonials on the site are from families and individuals, all arriving from outside Switzerland, but there is no visibility into whether Matterhorn works with employers or HR departments moving multiple employees.

Who the service suits

Matterhorn Relocation is built for individuals and families relocating to Zurich, Zug, and the surrounding Alpine regions who have the budget for premium real estate brokerage and relocation consulting. If you are moving from abroad with time and money but limited local knowledge, and you want a single point of contact to handle property search and move logistics, the firm's model is built for you.

It is less suited to someone on a tight budget, someone relocating within Switzerland with existing local knowledge, or someone moving to a region outside its service area. It is also not a candidate if you need employer-side relocation management for multiple staff moving simultaneously.