Frutigen Ski Resort Guide
Frutigen, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 29km |
| Highest Lift | 2,340m |
| Resort Height | 800m |
| Nearest Airports | Berne and Sion |
Frutigen
Frutigen is a charming ski resort nestled in the Bernese Oberland. With a variety of slopes and stunning Alpine views, it caters to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Frutigen offers a delightful blend of traditional Swiss charm and modern ski facilities. The resort features a range of pistes, from gentle slopes for beginners to challenging runs for experienced skiers.
The ski area of Frutigen is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 800m, with 29km of marked runs.
Frutigen has direct access to 29km of downhill skiing, with 14 marked pistes, served by a total of 8 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,340m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Frutigen is 6km long.
Snow and Weather
Frutigen typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching 1.5 to 2 meters during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Frutigen?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Frutigen.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Frutigen Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | 3km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 8 | 17km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 4 | 9km |
| Downhill Total Length | 29km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 34km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 8 | |
Frutigen Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,340m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,250m |
| Resort Altitude (Frutigen) | 800m |
| Max Vertical | 1,540m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The resort is surrounded by the impressive Stockhorn mountain range, with elevations reaching up to 2,100 meters. Notable ski areas include the Frutigen-Sundlauenen region, offering 50 kilometers of pistes and efficient lifts like the Stockhornbahn and the Tschentenbahn providing access to varied terrains.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the well-designed terrain park at the Tschentenalp area, featuring jumps, rails, and other features suitable for all skill levels. The diverse slopes also provide ample off-piste opportunities for adventurous riders.
Location and Map
Where is Frutigen?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Frutigen-Niedersimmental District, Canton of Bern.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Frutigen is Berne, 50 minutes drive away.
Sion, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Annecy, St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Lugano and Strasbourg airports are all within three hours drive.
Berne is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Frutigen is easily accessible via the A6 motorway from Bern, with well-connected public transport options from nearby cities. The closest major airport is Bern Airport, about an hour's drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 4,800 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 10km of ski runs, with 20 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Frutigen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
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NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at local favorites like the cozy Restaurant Tschentenalp or the lively Bar Mühle. For a more upbeat scene, check out nightclubs that host events throughout the winter season.
