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Adelboden Ski Resort Guide

Adelboden, Switzerland

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForIntermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length210km
Highest Lift2,350m
Resort Height1,350m
 Nearest AirportsBerne and Sion

Adelboden

Adelboden is a picturesque ski resort in Switzerland, offering a blend of stunning scenery and diverse slopes. Its extensive ski area caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.

 Summary

Nestled in the Bernese Alps, Adelboden boasts over 210 kilometers of ski runs and a variety of terrain. The resort is known for its excellent snow conditions and vibrant après-ski scene.

The ski area of Adelboden is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,350m, with 210km of marked runs.

Adelboden is part of the Adelboden-Lenk ski area with access to 177 marked pistes, served by a total of 94 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Adelboden itself (210km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Adelboden-Lenk ski resort of Lenk.

With ski lifts as high as 2,350m, snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Adelboden is 7km long.

Snow and Weather

Adelboden typically enjoys a reliable snow cover, with average snow depths reaching up to 2 meters in peak season. The snowfall is consistent, but it's always a good idea to check the latest conditions on J2Ski for up-to-date information.

When will it snow in Adelboden?

There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Adelboden.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Adelboden Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
1422km
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
5094km
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
4094km
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 1 
Downhill
Total Length
210km
Cross Country
Total Length
86km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
55

Adelboden-Lenk Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
22
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
82
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
72
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 1 
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
94

Adelboden Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift2,350m
Resort Altitude (Adelboden)1,350m
Lowest Piste1,070m
Max Vertical1,280m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Adelboden
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Skiing

Adelboden features the stunning Engstligenalp and the famous Chuenisbärgli ski area, with elevations reaching up to 2,400 meters. Notable pistes include the long, winding runs of the Adelboden-Lenk area, while lifts like the Engstligenbahn and Tschentenbahn provide easy access to the slopes.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Adelboden

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Adelboden Ski Schools and Adelboden Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks at Adelboden, particularly the one at the Chuenisbärgli area. With features suitable for all levels, the parks enhance the snowboarding experience in this charming resort.

Location and Map

Where is Adelboden?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Frutigen-Niedersimmental District, Canton of Bern.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Adelboden is Berne, 70 minutes drive away.

Sion, Basel, Strasbourg, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Annecy, Geneva and Memmingen airports are all within three hours drive.

To reach Adelboden, travelers can fly into Bern Airport or Geneva Airport, both of which offer convenient connections to the resort. From there, a scenic drive or shuttle service will take you directly to the slopes.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 55 ski lifts are able to uplift 52,420 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Season Dates

When is Adelboden open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Piste Map

Adelboden Piste Map

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Aprés Ski

Adelboden's après-ski scene is lively, with popular spots like the Hotel Crystal and the rustic Pub Kiosk. For dining, the Restaurant Adler offers delicious Swiss cuisine, while bars provide a cozy atmosphere for relaxation after a day on the slopes.

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