Champex-Lac Ski Resort Guide
Champex-Lac, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders and Snowfall. |
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| Total Piste Length | 15km |
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
| Resort Height | 1,500m |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Champex-Lac
Champex-Lac is a picturesque resort nestled in the Val d'Arpette. Known for its serene surroundings and family-friendly slopes, it offers a delightful skiing experience.
Summary
This charming resort features a compact ski area with access to 30 kilometers of pistes. The elevation reaches up to 2,200 meters, providing stunning views and a variety of runs for different skill levels.
The ski area of Champex-Lac is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,500m, with 15km of marked runs.
Champex-Lac has direct access to 15km of downhill skiing, with 4 marked pistes, served by a total of 4 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,200m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Champex-Lac is 7km long.
Snow and Weather
Champex-Lac typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during the peak season. Snowfall is frequent, and with the high elevation, visitors can expect excellent skiing conditions; for the latest snow info, check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Champex-Lac?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Champex-Lac.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Champex-Lac Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 3km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 2 | 8km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 1 | 1km |
| Downhill Total Length | 15km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 20km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 4 | |
Champex-Lac Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,500m |
| Resort Altitude (Champex-Lac) | 1,500m |
| Max Vertical | 700m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
The ski area of Champex-Lac includes the summit of La Breya, with its scenic slopes and well-maintained pistes. Notable runs include the blue 'Les Châtaigniers' and the red 'Les Loutres,' serviced by the La Breya and Les Ruinettes lifts, making it ideal for families and intermediate skiers.
Champex-Lac offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain park at Champex-Lac, which features various obstacles and jumps for freestyle enthusiasts. The park offers a fun space for riders to hone their skills in a relaxed atmosphere.
Location and Map
Where is Champex-Lac?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Champex-Lac is Sion, 42 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Berne, Annecy, Turin Caselle, Basel, Chambery, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Milan Malpensa and Zurich airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Champex-Lac is accessible via the Geneva Airport, located about 150 kilometers away. Travel from the airport can be done by car or train, with scenic routes through the Swiss countryside enhancing the journey.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The four ski lifts are able to uplift 2,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 1km of ski runs, with 2 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Champex-Lac 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, visitors can unwind at the cozy Bar Les Châtaigniers or enjoy dining at Restaurant Le Mistral. The resort's laid-back nightlife is perfect for enjoying local flavors and relaxing with friends.
