Lenzerheide - Valbella Ski Resort Guide
Lenzerheide - Valbella, Switzerland
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings) Write a Review
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 155km |
| Highest Lift | 2,870m |
| Resort Height | 1,500m |
| Nearest Airports | St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Friedrichshafen |
Lenzerheide - Valbella
Lenzerheide - Valbella offers diverse slopes for all levels. Enjoy breathtaking views and a vibrant après-ski scene.
Summary
Lenzerheide - Valbella is a popular ski resort in the Swiss Alps, known for its extensive skiing terrain and picturesque landscapes. With around 225 kilometers of slopes, it caters to both beginners and advanced skiers alike.
The ski area of Lenzerheide - Valbella is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,500m, with 155km of marked runs.
Lenzerheide - Valbella is part of the Arosa Lenzerheide ski area with access to 225km of downhill skiing, with 113 marked pistes, served by a total of 56 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Lenzerheide - Valbella itself (155km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Arosa Lenzerheide ski resort of Arosa.
With ski lifts as high as 2,870m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Lenzerheide - Valbella is 11km long and the most difficult run is the 'Weisshorn Speed'.
Partner Offers
Snow and Weather
Lenzerheide - Valbella typically boasts reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall and conditions, visit J2Ski.
When will it snow in Lenzerheide - Valbella?
The next notable snow forecast is 6cm, expected on 25 March.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
Ski Area Stats
Lenzerheide - Valbella Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 10 | 19km |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 17 | 62km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 28 | 74km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 3 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 155km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 52km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 40 | |
Arosa Lenzerheide Ski Area
| Trails Number of runs | 113 | |
|---|---|---|
| Downhill Total Length | 225km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 56 | |
Lenzerheide - Valbella Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,870m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,500m |
| Resort Altitude (Lenzerheide - Valbella) | 1,500m |
| Max Vertical | 1,370m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The resort features the Lenzerheide and Valbella ski areas, reaching elevations of up to 2,800 meters. Notable pistes include the Tgantieni and the Rothorn runs, with efficient lifts such as the Rothornbahn and the Weisshornbahn providing access to stunning terrains.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Lenzerheide - Valbella
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Lenzerheide - Valbella Ski Schools and Lenzerheide - Valbella Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the resort's terrain parks, particularly the Lenzerheide Snow Park, which offers various features suitable for all skill levels. The park is well-maintained and provides a fun environment for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Lenzerheide - Valbella?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Arosa Lenzerheide, Graubünden.
Map
Tap 
for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.
How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Lenzerheide - Valbella is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 73 minutes drive away.
Friedrichshafen, Lugano, Zurich, Memmingen, Basel, Milan Malpensa, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Milan Linate and Innsbruck Airport airports are all within three hours drive.
Traveling to Lenzerheide - Valbella is convenient via major airports in Zurich and Bern, with well-connected train services to Chur. From Chur, a short bus ride takes you directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 40 ski lifts are able to uplift 39,510 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 55km of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Lenzerheide - Valbella open?
Opened (since 29 November 2025)*
*Arosa Lenzerheide.
Closes : 12 April 2026*
*Arosa Lenzerheide.
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Trail Map
Talking about Lenzerheide - Valbella
Mentions in recent J2Ski News Items and Snow Reports from our users...
Aprés Ski
After skiing, enjoy the vibrant après-ski scene at bars like the Heidsee Bar and the Hotel Lenzerhorn. For dining, the Restaurant Stiva serves delicious local cuisine, while nightclubs like Grotto provide lively entertainment.
