Crans-Montana Ski Resort Guide
Crans-Montana, Switzerland
Rated: 4/5 (from 7 ratings)
| Recommended For | Freeriders, Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 160km |
| Highest Lift | 3,000m |
| Resort Height | 1,500m |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
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Crans-Montana
The ski area of Crans-Montana is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,500m, with 160km of marked runs.
Summary
Crans-Montana has direct access to 160km of downhill skiing, with 50 marked pistes, served by a total of 34 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 3,000m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Crans-Montana is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Crans-Montana.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Crans-Montana is 12km long and the most difficult run is the 'Toula'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Crans-Montana?
The next notable snow forecast is 19cm, expected on 19 December, with around 84cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Ski Area Stats
Crans-Montana Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 4 | 15km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 20 | 70km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 17 | 55km |
| Downhill Total Length | 160km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 30km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 34 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Crans-Montana Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 3,000m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,500m |
| Resort Altitude (Crans-Montana) | 1,500m |
| Max Vertical | 1,500m |
Ski Slope Aspects
SE
Crans-Montana has ski slopes facing south-east (for sunny skiing).
Ratings & Suitability
| Freeriders | |
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| Expert Skiers | |
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Crans-Montana
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Crans-Montana Ski Schools and Crans-Montana Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Crans-Montana?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Sierre District, Valais.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Crans-Montana is Sion, 40 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Berne, Annecy, Basel and Chambery airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 34 ski lifts are able to uplift 36,520 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 17km of ski runs, with 200 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Crans-Montana open?
Opened (since 29 November 2024).
Closes : 21 April 2025.
Usual opening is mid November, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
