TOP 6 ski resorts in Switzerland: prices, slopes, photos

On the map of Switzerland, ski resorts are represented in all regions. The mountain landscape of the country contributes to their active development. Athletes from all over the world come here, because the Swiss Alps deservedly received the status of a country of mountain skiing. Ski resorts in Switzerland are, first of all, impeccable service, comfort for vacationers, of course, the prices for services are appropriate. Beginners and experienced athletes note that the Swiss resorts demonstrate the standard of training tracks.

Best ski resorts in the Swiss Alps

No matter what part of Switzerland you go to, you will find modern ski lifts with excellent bandwidth, which is why queues are rarely even here during peak season. It is comfortable to ski from November to April, but there are resorts that receive guests even in summer, for example, Zermatt, Staas-Fee.

Zermatt

This mountain resort near Mount Matterhorn has become a symbol of Switzerland, is included in the list of Best of the Alps. Want to explore one of the most recognizable peaks in the world? Choose the ski resort of Zermatt.

Good to know! The resort territory is a pedestrian zone, no cars allowed. Tourists travel in electric cars or horse-drawn carriages.

Vacationers accepts a hotel that has been operating for more than 130 years. One of the reasons for the popularity of Zermatt is picturesque landscapes, beautiful mountain landscapes. The peculiarity of the resort is that it is protected from the winds, and the snow lasts all year.

The Zermatt-Matterhorn district of Switzerland unites three villages:

Zermatt
Randa;
Tash.

Interesting fact! Nearby is the Italian resort of Cervinha. In Zermatt, there is a ski pass that gives you the right to ride there.

The mountain resort was built at an altitude of 1620 m, the highest point - at an altitude of 3900 m. The length of the slopes is 360 km. If you are planning a trip to Zermatt, be prepared that the slopes here are high and steep enough, so courage, some preparation will be required.

The choice of slopes:

for professionals - black routes (50) - to Trifti, Schwarzsee and below Stockhorn;
for athletes with an average level of training - red routes (150) - Gornergrat, Khokhtali, Sunegg, Klein Matterhorn;
for less experienced skiers - blue routes (110) - Sunegga, Riffelberg, Trokener-Steg.

The resort has 35 lifts. The infrastructure is well developed. In Zermatt there are more than a hundred restaurants, bars, discos, a sports complex, and you can also fly by helicopter or ride a sleigh. There are many shops, but the price here is very high. Exhibitions and festivals are regularly held.

Ski pass prices Zermatt (season 2018/2019):

adult one-day ski pass - from 75 CHF;
for children up to 9 years old a ski pass is free;
Children's one-day ski pass (from 9 to 16 years) - 50% discount;
teenage one-day ski pass (from 16 to 20 years) - 15% discount.

It's important to know! Every Saturday, children under 16 years old have a ski pass free of charge.

Official sites of the mountain resort:

zermatt.ch;
ski-zermatt.

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St. Moritz

The list of ski resorts in Switzerland, of course, adorns St. Moritz, which began to receive guests from 1864, today it has become a special holiday destination. A distinctive feature is a large selection of five-star hotels, so connoisseurs of comfort come here as well as demanding tourists who like to attend social events, shopping and luxurious restaurants.

Interesting fact! St. Moritz hosted the Olympic Games twice, and important sporting events are held regularly.

Hotel Piz St. Moritz

Are you attracted to social life, and do you like to be in the thick of things? Book a room at the Hotel St. Moritz, but, of course, the price of accommodation will be appropriate. They say so about St. Moritz - here the air is like dry champagne.

St. Moritz welcomes guests at an altitude of 1850 m, next to the beautiful mountain lake Lei da San Murezzan, Rozac Peak is 3 km away. The highest point is 3303 m. It is the sunniest ski resort in Switzerland. Bright sun floods the slopes throughout the year.

Ski routes:

18 blue slopes - total length 70 km;
61 red lines - total length 245 km;
9 black routes - total length 35 km.

Good to know! St. Moritz is not the best place for skiing, as the slopes are quite difficult and require some technical training.

In St. Moritz, exotic, unusual events are regularly held, for example, horse racing on ice, golf on ice, polo, car parade, cricket.

Switzerland ski resort prices:

one-day ski pass for an adult - 73 CHF;
one-day ski pass for a child - 24 CHF.

Official site: stmoritz.ch.

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Grindelwald

Listed in the most picturesque ski resorts in Switzerland, as well as throughout Europe. It is located near the village of Interlaken, the "roof of Europe", as well as the Jungfraujoch mountains, where the highest railway in the world leads.

Interesting fact! Grindelwald is on the list of Best of the Alps and, of course, is considered the most fashionable in Europe.

There are not many decent, luxurious hotels in the resort, so it is better to book a chalet or apartment. Regarding the complexity of spooks, this is a great choice for beginners, but if you want a thrill, you can quickly get to the Wengen ski resort.

Grindelwald welcomes guests all year round, the highest point is 2950 m. Grindelwald has been part of the Jungfrau region and has been welcoming guests since 1947. It is equipped with 213 km of ski slopes of all difficulty levels:

black descents - 28;
red routes - 120;
blue slopes - 65.

A snow park has been built, where snowboarders come with pleasure. In the evening, tourists relax in restaurants and bars.

The most difficult slope is Lauberhon-Renstrecke, the longest - from Lauberhorn to Grindelwald. The most popular route is to climb to the top of Kleine Scheidegg, go down to Wengen, go up to Menlisen, and then go down again to Grindelwald.

In addition to skiing in Grindelwald, they are engaged in mountaineering, conquering mountain peaks, paragliding, skating, sledding, playing curling. The resort has a modern sports complex.

Subscription price for one day:

for adults - 56 CHF;
for children - 27 CHF.

Official site: grindelwald.net.

Ski pass prices: at www.jungfrau.ch.

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Crane montana

The famous French-speaking mountain resort of Switzerland is a year-round recreation area for skiing. Almost 365 days here are sunny, clean air, healthy climate. The resort area is located at an altitude of 1.5 km. From two small villages, the resort has turned into an international sports arena, where ski competitions are regularly held.

Crans-Montana is a combination of a modern city, measured rural idyll, leisurely relaxation, active, winter sports, the resort's infrastructure meets the needs of the most demanding tourist. In addition to skiing, there is a fitness center with squash halls and pools, tennis courts, horseback riding, hot air ballooning, and walking paths. Regularly held show programs, auctions, operates about 80 restaurants.

If you do not know where to learn alpine skiing in Switzerland, Crans-Montana is the best solution. Here the slopes of all difficulty levels are presented, there are not so many professional, but you can find steep, hilly slopes. A popular track - Piste Nationale - for intermediate athletes. The resort has a specific ski area located high in the mountains.

Interesting fact! Most of the slopes are located in the southern part of the mountain slopes.

Most of the ski resort routes are adapted for mid-level athletes, trails for beginners are provided. The length of the slopes is 140 km. 24 lifts work.

Skiing price:

adult one-day ski pass will cost 52 CHF;
Children's one-day ski pass - 27 CHF.

Official Internet Resource: crans-montana.ch.

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Leukerbad

Leukerbad is a Swiss ski resort with thermal springs. This is one of the most popular thalassotherapy centers in Europe. Tourists are attracted by the picturesque landscapes and the opportunity to improve their health. Families with children come here. The complex with thermal springs consists of pools, spa, saunas, you can visit the hydromassage, Roman Irish baths.

Leukerbad is the best choice for beginners who master the technique of skiing. There are many snowboard schools in the resort, inviting those who wish to learn how to ski. There is a sports school for children - students hone their skills in a separate ski area. For beginners, three green slopes are equipped. The length of the tracks is 60 km. There are 17 lifts.

Good to know! Most tracks are located in the northern part of the resort.

A kindergarten was built, children are accepted from the age of seven. Regularly in Leukerbad competitions of various levels, entertainment programs are held. There are excellent conditions for a good rest. In addition to skiing, tourists play tennis, golf, do aerobics, and can paraglide. This is the best place to relax with children among the ski resorts of Switzerland.

Daily subscription price:

for adults from 30 CHF;
for children from 18 CHF.

Official site: leukerbad.ch.

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Engelberg

Translated from German, the name of the resort means "Mountain of Angels", this is the oldest place in Switzerland where you can ski. Engelberg is located in the central part of the country, the distance to Lucerne is only 35 km. The resort will satisfy the needs of all vacationers - beginners, experienced skiers and snowboarders.

The highest point of the resort is 3333 m. In order to fully appreciate the surrounding beauty, be sure to visit Mount Titlis, which offers picturesque views. As for skiing, Engelberg offers 82 km of slopes located at an altitude of 1 km to 3028 m.

Interesting fact! Here is the longest ski route in the Swiss region - the Jochstok-Samnieplatz route, 12 km long, with a height difference of about 1.5 km.

It offers vacationers more than fifty restaurants, bars, discos, a cinema, camping, a fascinating park.

For tourists, there are two ski areas:

Bruni - located in the northern part, suitable for families;
Gershnialp and Trubsee - represents a plateau step.

There is also a zone for snowboarders, a fan park, hiking and toboggan routes. In total, Engelberg has 28 tracks, 60% are crane tracks. There are 25 lifts.

Price for a one-day subscription (season 2018/2019):

adult ski pass - 65 CHF;
children's ski pass - 26 CHF;
teenage ski pass (16-19 years old) - 45 CHF.

Official website of the resort region: www.titlis.ch.

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To the ski resorts in the Swiss Alps you can safely apply the epithet "the most." The most popular mountain peak, the highest railway, the largest ice grotto, the most luxurious hotels and the highest prices. Nevertheless, if you competently approach the choice of housing, the rest will turn out to be budgetary and bright. Switzerland's ski resorts are famous all over the world and, if you still do not know how to ski, it's time to conquer new peaks.

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All prices on the page are for the season 2018/2019.