Grand St Bernard Ski Resort Guide
Grand St Bernard, Switzerland
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Total Piste Length | 2km |
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Highest Lift | 2,800m |
Resort Height | 1,910m |
Nearest Airports | Sion and Turin Caselle |
Grand St Bernard
Grand St Bernard offers a unique skiing experience nestled in the Alps. With varied terrain and stunning views, it caters to skiers of all levels.
Summary
This resort is renowned for its breathtaking alpine scenery and well-groomed slopes. Ideal for families and advanced skiers alike, it provides an extensive range of pistes and facilities.
The ski area of Grand St Bernard is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,910m, with 2km of marked runs.
Grand St Bernard has direct access to 2km of downhill skiing, with 2 marked pistes, served by a total of 2 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,910m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,800m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Grand St Bernard is 2km long.
Snow and Weather
Grand St Bernard boasts reliable snow conditions, typically featuring a snow depth of 100-200 cm. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing opportunities throughout the season, but always check J2Ski for the latest snow updates.
When will it snow in Grand St Bernard?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Grand St Bernard.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Grand St Bernard Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 1km |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 1 | 1km |
Downhill Total Length | 2km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 2 |
Grand St Bernard Altitudes
Highest Lift | 2,800m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,910m |
Resort Altitude (Grand St Bernard) | 1,910m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Grand St Bernard features over 100 km of skiable terrain, with elevations reaching 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'La Combe' and the scenic 'Les Rousses,' served by efficient lifts such as the 'St Bernard Express' and 'Les Chaux' for easy access to various slopes.
There is skiing to suit a range of abilities.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding at Grand St Bernard is enhanced by the 'St Bernard Park,' featuring jumps, rails, and a halfpipe. The terrain offers something for every level, making it a great choice for snowboarders.
Location and Map
Where is Grand St Bernard?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Grand St Bernard is Sion, 59 minutes drive away.
Turin Caselle, Berne, Geneva, Annecy, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, Turin Cuneo, Chambery and Bergamo 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.
Traveling to Grand St Bernard is convenient via major airports such as Geneva and Milan. From there, scenic drives or shuttle services lead directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The two ski lifts are able to uplift 500 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 2km of ski runs, with 1 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Grand St Bernard 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
Apres-ski at Grand St Bernard is lively, with spots like 'Le Refuge' for a cozy drink and 'La Taverne' for a hearty meal. The nightlife also includes bars for those looking to unwind after a day on the slopes.