Winter sports resorts

Winter sports resorts Switzerland - birthplace of alpine winter tourism

Majestic Alps, flawless slopes, and ultimate Swiss luxury await the visitors - Swiss ski resorts promise an unforgettable winter sports experience for even the most discerning guest.

St. Moritz

St. Moritz, the world's oldest winter resort, exudes elegance and luxury. It's hosted numerous ski competitions, including the 1928 and 1948 Winter Olympics. Renowned for intermediate runs, it caters to all skill levels with abundant slopes. Beyond skiing, indulge in ice skating and shopping. Savour top-notch hotels, first-class restaurants, and vibrant nightlife. Be a guest at a very special event: the “White Turf St. Moritz”: The famous horse races take place on the frozen Lake St. Moritz every year in February.

Grace La Margna St. Moritz

The luxurious boutique hotel offers a unique atmosphere. The spacious rooms and suites boast a modern design and radiate casual luxury, while the balconies offer breathtaking views of the landscape, the mountains or the lake. A varied culinary offer leaves nothing to be desired and caters for every taste. After an active day in the snow, you can relax wonderfully in the spa or be pampered with first-class wellness treatments.

Zermatt

Zermatt, nestled beneath the iconic Matterhorn in the high Alps boasts 223+ miles of ski trails across four distinct areas. The "Matterhorn glacier paradise“ is the largest and highest summer ski area in Europe. Numerous national ski teams train here in summer. This picturesque village is a car-free destination relying on an outstanding lift system and exclusive horse-drawn sleighs for transportation, making it a unique Alpine gem.

Chalet Zermatt Peak

The privately-run Chalet Zermatt Peak, located in the heart of Zermatt, is an architectural masterpiece and the pinnacle of luxury. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, an ultimate deluxe accommodation, a high service level and a gourmet cuisine. The exclusive chalet includes 5 bedrooms suites and one master suite and can house up to ten adults and three children. One floor of the chalet is dedicated only to the private luxury wellness spa, with indoor-, outdoor- and jacuzzi-pool, a steam-room and a sauna.

Gstaad

The holiday region Gstaad boasts exclusivity, luxury resorts, world-class skiing and stands for a wide range of winter activities. Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy a diverse offer of the various ski areas. 200 kilometres of ski slopes nestled between 1,000 and 3,000 metres above sea level, village ski lifts for families and the only glacier ski area in the Bernese Oberland – the Glacier 3000 – make Gstaad the preferred choice for snow lovers. Discover the most beautiful, longest and fastest slopes for skiing and snowboarding!

Gstaad Palace

The family-run luxury hotel has already hosted many famous guests. Liz Taylor, Louis Amstrong and Michael Jackson have all enjoyed staying here. The 90 rooms and suites are designed in alpine chic and furnished with high-quality materials. After a sporty day, experience ultimate relaxation in the excellent spa with a unique hammam treatment and then fortify yourself with a delicious Swiss-style cheese fondue or raclette in the La Fromagerie restaurant. The hotel is also ideal for families. Dog sledding and heli-skiing are available in the vicinity of the hotel.

Crans-Montana

At an altitude ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 metres, the Crans-Montana ski area offers breathtaking vistas from its 140 kilometres of completely south-facing marked pistes. With pistes suitable for all levels, the ski resort is varied and promises unforgettable days skiing. Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy their favourite downhill sport while looking out over an exceptional panorama, or take one of the many ski touring, cross country ski or showshoe routes.

LeCrans Hotel & Spa

The secluded five-star resort offers refined warmth, discerning care, and profound peace amidst a beautiful surrounding and the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss mountains. All exquisite rooms and sumptuous family-friendly suites and apartments are uniquely decorated and thoughfully designed. After an active outdoor-day, find relaxation at the Spa restoring your energy and indulge in an unforgettable gastronomic experience at LeMontBlanc, the resort’s splendid restaurant.

Saas-Fee

The winter sports resort of Saas-Fee is located not far from the Italian border and is known for its proximity to the “four-thousand-metre peaks”, the mountains that are over 4,000 m high. The car-free resort is very popular with winter sports enthusiasts due to its long, snow-sure ski season, 300 days of sunshine and its authentic charm. Saas-Fee offers access to more than 100 kilometers of slopes of varying degrees of difficulty for skiing and snowboarding, and there are also toboggan runs. A sporty and family-friendly resort with a pleasantly mild climate.

The Capra

This luxurious boutique hotel located in a spectacular setting welcomes guests with Swiss comfort at 5-star level. The Capra offers classic elegance and alpine chic, a delicious cuisine with a focus on authentic dishes and ingredients and a private ski-in ski-out cabin next to the slopes for their guests with individual lockers. The lodge's excellent wellness concept ensures harmony of body and mind and plenty of relaxation to recharge after a sporty day on the slopes.

Small winter resorts

If you prefer peace and tranquillity on your winter vacation, away from the hustle and bustle and glamour of the famous ski resorts, Switzerland offers real alternatives with one of the numerous small, romantic resorts.

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