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Bellwald Ski Resort Guide

Bellwald, Switzerland

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForIntermediates, Snowboarders and Snowfall.
Total Piste Length30km
Highest Lift2,600m
Resort Height1,600m
 Nearest AirportsSion and Basel
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Bellwald

Nestled in the Swiss Alps, Bellwald offers stunning views and diverse skiing options. It's a hidden gem for both beginners and experienced skiers.

 Summary

Bellwald is a quaint ski resort renowned for its picturesque landscapes and family-friendly atmosphere. With over 30 kilometers of slopes and a variety of lifts, it caters to all skill levels amidst breathtaking alpine scenery.

The ski area of Bellwald is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,600m, with 30km of marked runs.

Bellwald has direct access to 30km of downhill skiing, served by a total of 7 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is at 1,600m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,600m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Bellwald is 4km long.

Snow and Weather

Bellwald enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically featuring depths of up to 200 cm in peak season. With consistent snowfall throughout winter, skiers are encouraged to check the latest updates on J2Ski for current snow conditions.

When will it snow in Bellwald?

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

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

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Ski Area Stats

Bellwald Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
3km
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
19km
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
9km
Downhill
Total Length
30km
Cross Country
Total Length
7km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
7

Bellwald Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift2,600m
Lowest Piste1,650m
Resort Altitude (Bellwald)1,600m
Max Vertical1,000m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Bellwald
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Skiing

Bellwald features the impressive Furka mountain range, with an elevation of 2,600 meters. The resort boasts excellent pistes such as the blue-marked 'Bristen' and the challenging 'Skiweg', serviced by the modern cable cars like the Bellwald-Gletscherbahn and the Rothornbahn.

Bellwald offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will find joy at Bellwald with its well-maintained terrain parks. The resort's park offers fun features for all abilities, ensuring an exhilarating experience for snowboard enthusiasts.

Location and Map

Where is Bellwald?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Goms District, Valais.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Bellwald is Sion, 80 minutes drive away.

Basel, Milan Malpensa, Lugano, Geneva, Zurich and Berne airports are all within three hours drive.

Accessing Bellwald is convenient, with the nearest major airports being Zurich and Geneva. From there, travelers can take a scenic train journey or drive to the resort, enjoying the stunning Swiss countryside along the way.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The seven ski lifts are able to uplift 7,150 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, with 11 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Bellwald open?

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

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

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, unwind at the popular 'Gipfel Bar' or enjoy a cozy meal at 'Restaurant Alpenblick'. For those looking to continue the fun, 'The Bellwald Club' provides a lively nightlife atmosphere.

Bellwald