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Switzerland - Ski Resorts

Switzerland boasts some of the world's most iconic ski regions, with a blend of picturesque scenery and top-notch facilities. Renowned areas such as Zermatt, Verbier, and Crans Montana offer a variety of slopes for all skill levels, from gentle runs to challenging off-piste trails.

With over 7,000 kilometers of marked ski runs, Switzerland provides a vast playground for skiers and snowboarders.

Most Forecast Snow

Ski Resorts in Switzerland with most snow forecast in the next 7 days.
Ski Area 7 Day
Adelboden-Lenk42cm
Champéry42cm
Champoussin41cm
Morgins37cm
Adelboden33cm
Kandersteg33cm

Forecast updated : 19 Nov 2025 08:36 AEDT

Swiss Snow Forecasts

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 Ski resorts for Beginners in Switzerland

Beginners can find welcoming environments at resorts like Grindelwald and Engelberg, where gentle slopes and excellent ski schools make learning enjoyable.

 Ski resorts for Families in Switzerland

Switzerland offers family-friendly resorts such as Arosa, Laax and Flims, featuring dedicated children’s areas, ski schools, and a range of non-ski activities.

 Ski resorts for Experienced Skiers in Switzerland

Experienced skiers can explore challenging terrain at resorts like Verbier and Zermatt, which offer extensive off-piste opportunities and steep runs.

 Ski areas with off-piste, freeride and out-of-bounds terrain in Switzerland

For off-piste skiing, Engelberg and Zermatt are top choices, boasting extensive backcountry options and breathtaking alpine scenery. These resorts provide access to untouched powder and thrilling descents, appealing to adventurous skiers looking to explore beyond the groomed trails.

 Ski Areas for reliable snow in Switzerland

High-altitude resorts like Saas Fee and Zermatt guarantee snow-sure conditions throughout the winter season. With glacier skiing available, these areas ensure reliable snow coverage, making them ideal for those seeking consistent skiing experiences.

Find out about the skiing in Switzerland, in our comparison of Swiss Ski Resorts, below. Sort by suitability, altitude, piste length, etc.

 Swiss Snow Reports

November 18, 2025

Significant Fresh Snow is forecast for 9 Ski Resorts in Switzerland, including Adelboden, Gstaad, Klewenalp-Stockhütte, Melchsee-Frutt and Moléson. Powder Snow is reported by Engelberg.

See all Snow Forecasts for Switzerland.

The Best Ski Resorts in Switzerland

Ski Resorts in Switzerland
Ski ResortTrailsTopBeginn.Interm.Experts
Adelboden210km2,350m3*3*1*
Adelboden-Lenk-2,350m3*3*1*
Aletsch104km2,900m3*3*2*
Alpes Vaudoises-2,970m---
Alt St. Johann60km2,262m3*4*3*
Aminona160km3,000m---
Andermatt101km2,960m3*4*4*
Anzère58km2,420m1*4*1*
Arolla47km3,000m3*4*3*
Arosa70km2,650m4*4*3*
Arosa Lenzerheide225km2,870m---
Bad Ragaz52km2,230m2*3*2*
Beckenried40km2,000m2*3*1*
Belalp-Blatten-Naters60km3,112m3*4*4*
Bivio80km2,713m4*-2*
Brig39km2,600m3*1*1*
Brigels75km2,418m3*4*2*
Brigels-Waltensburg-Andiast-2,418m3*4*2*
Bruson44km2,445m3*3*1*
Celerina61km3,300m2*2*2*
Champéry165km2,280m2*3*1*
Chandolin54km2,715m4*-3*
Churwalden51km2,230m---
Château d'Oex50km1,800m3*5*4*
Corvatsch120km3,303m---
Corvatsch-Diavolezza-Lagalb-3,303m---
Crans-Montana160km3,000m4*5*4*
Davos320km2,840m3*5*5*
Diavolezza41km2,978m1*4*5*
Disentis Sedrun168km2,850m3*2*2*
Elm35km2,100m3*3*1*
Emmetten37km1,938m--2*
Engelberg82km3,020m4*5*4*
Evolène43km2,700m---
Fiesch45km2,870m2*2*2*
Flims235km3,018m4*5*4*
Flims-Laax-Falera-3,018m4*5*4*
Flumserberg65km2,220m2*2*1*
Four Valleys412km3,330m4*5*5*
Grimentz-2,874m4*4*4*
Grindelwald213km2,950m4*4*3*
Gryon60km2,020m3*3*1*
Grächen44km2,890m1*4*1*
Gstaad250km3,000m4*4*4*
Gstaad Mountain Rides250km3,000m4*5*4*
Hoch-Ybrig50km1,815m---
Interlaken-2,971m4*3*4*
Jungfrau Region-2,971m---
Kandersteg14km1,960m3*1*2*
Klewenalp-Stockhütte40km2,001m---
Klosters307km2,840m2*3*2*
La Tzoumaz54km2,350m3*3*1*
Laax235km2,477m4*5*4*
Lauterbrunnen213km2,971m2*3*1*
Le Châble150km3,330m2*2*2*
Lenk132km2,100m3*3*1*
Lenzerheide - Valbella155km2,870m4*5*4*
Les Crosets100km2,277m4*5*5*
Les Diablerets60km2,970m3*5*4*
Les Mosses60km1,900m---
Leukerbad52km2,850m1*4*2*
Leysin60km2,331m4*5*3*
Maloja350km3,300m2*2*2*
Meiringen - Hasliberg60km2,430m2*3*1*
Moléson35km2,002m---
Montreux-2,000m4*3*2*
Morgins100km2,470m1*3*2*
Mürren53km2,970m3*2*1*
Nendaz70km3,300m3*3*1*
Oberiberg - Ybrig50km1,860m2*2*2*
Obersaxen120km2,300m2*2*1*
Portes du Soleil-2,470m---
Rougemont250km2,200m4*2*1*
Saanen250km3,000m---
Saanenmöser250km3,000m---
Saas Grund45km3,200m4*-3*
Saas-Fee100km3,500m4*5*4*
Saastal-3,500m4*5*4*
Samnaun200km2,900m1*4*2*
San Bernardino40km2,530m3*2*4*
Savognin80km2,710m2*3*1*
Schönried250km3,000m---
Scuol80km2,783m4*5*3*
Sierre-Anniviers-2,950m4*4*4*
Sils70km3,303m3*-4*
SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun120km2,960m---
St. Moritz350km3,300m3*4*4*
Sörenberg50km2,350m4*4*2*
Thyon les Collons200km2,100m4*-4*
Unterwasser60km2,262m3*4*3*
Val Lumnezia40km2,300m---
Verbier412km3,330m2*5*5*
Veysonnaz55km2,450m3*5*5*
Villars - Gryon100km2,100m5*5*4*
Wangs40km2,227m3*4*3*
Wengen112km2,320m3*4*4*
Zermatt394km3,900m3*5*5*
Zinal70km2,910m2*4*4*

The Ski Resorts of Switzerland

Compare the top ski areas for ski area size, altitude, and suitability for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers.

 Top 10 Largest ski areas in Switzerland

The most extensive downhill ski areas in Switzerland, by total downhill piste length.

Largest ski areas in Switzerland
Ski ResortTrails
Davos320km
Four Valleys412km
Gstaad250km
Gstaad Mountain Rides250km
Klosters307km
Maloja350km
Saanen250km
St. Moritz350km
Verbier412km
Zermatt394km

 Top 10 Highest altitude ski resorts in Switzerland

The highest altitude ski resorts in Switzerland, by base / resort altitude.

Highest altitude ski resorts in Switzerland
Ski ResortResort
Arolla2,003m
Avers / Cresta1,963m
Bettmeralp1,950m
Bourg-St-Pierre1,910m
Chandolin2,000m
Fiescheralp1,930m
Grand St Bernard1,910m
Riederalp1,930m
San Bernardino2,500m
Val Müstair2,000m

 Top 10 Highest lift-served ski areas in Switzerland

The highest lift-served skiing in Switzerland, by the highest lift (top) altitude.

Highest lift-served ski areas in Switzerland
Ski ResortTop
Corvatsch3,303m
Four Valleys3,330m
Le Châble3,330m
Saas-Fee3,500m
Saastal3,500m
Sils3,303m
Silvaplana3,303m
St. Moritz3,300m
Verbier3,330m
Zermatt3,900m

 Top 10 Best ski areas for Beginners in Switzerland

The best beginner ski areas in Switzerland, rated according to the availability of easy slopes and ski schools.

Best ski areas for Beginners in Switzerland
Ski ResortBeginn.
Crans-Montana4*
Flims4*
Four Valleys4*
Grindelwald4*
Gstaad4*
Gstaad Mountain Rides4*
Laax4*
Rougemont4*
Thyon les Collons4*
Villars - Gryon5*

 Top 10 Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers in Switzerland

The best intermediate ski resorts in Switzerland, rated by the length and number of easy to moderate ski runs.

Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers in Switzerland
Ski ResortInterm.
Crans-Montana5*
Davos5*
Flims5*
Four Valleys5*
Gstaad Mountain Rides5*
Laax5*
Lenzerheide - Valbella5*
Saas-Fee5*
Verbier5*
Zermatt5*

 Top 10 Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders in Switzerland

The best ski areas for Advanced and Expert skiers and boarders in Switzerland, rated by the availability of steep pistes and/or the accessibility of freeride and off-piste terrain.

Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders in Switzerland
Ski ResortExperts
Davos5*
Diavolezza5*
Four Valleys5*
Gstaad4*
Gstaad Mountain Rides4*
Les Crosets5*
St. Moritz4*
Verbier5*
Veysonnaz5*
Zermatt5*

Switzerland

Our Swiss Ski Resort pages include Skiing Facts, Snow Reports and Forecasts (for most major ski resorts), local accommodation and online ski hire booking (where available) for 214 Ski Resorts in Switzerland.

You can find the major ski stations listed on the Top Swiss Ski Resorts page, ranked according to various criteria.