Grindelwald Ski Resort Guide
Grindelwald, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 213km |
| Highest Lift | 2,950m |
| Resort Height | 1,050m |
| Nearest Airports | Berne and Zurich |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Grindelwald
Grindelwald is a picturesque ski resort nestled in the Swiss Alps. It offers stunning views and a variety of slopes for all skill levels.
Summary
Grindelwald boasts an extensive ski area with over 200 kilometers of slopes. The resort is part of the Jungfrau region, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and reliable snow conditions.
The ski area of Grindelwald is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,050m, with 213km of marked runs.
Grindelwald is part of the Jungfrau Region ski area with access to 131 marked pistes, served by a total of 66 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Grindelwald itself (213km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Jungfrau Region ski resorts of Lauterbrunnen, Mürren and Wengen. Grindelwald is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Wengen.
With ski lifts as high as 2,950m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Grindelwald is 13km long and the most difficult run is the 'Oh God (27)'.
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Snow and Weather
Grindelwald typically enjoys reliable snow cover from December to April, with average depths of 100 cm or more. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for updated information.
When will it snow in Grindelwald?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm, expected on 20 November.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Grindelwald Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 15 | 29km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 24 | 81km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 16 | 50km |
| Downhill Total Length | 213km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 17km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 20 | |
Jungfrau Region Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 131 | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 66 | |
Grindelwald Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,950m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,050m |
| Resort Altitude (Grindelwald) | 1,050m |
| Max Vertical | 1,900m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Grindelwald is surrounded by iconic peaks, including the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The ski areas, such as First and Kleine Scheidegg, feature notable pistes like the Lauberhorn and Eiger Run, with efficient lifts like the Firstbahn and Kleine Scheidegg cable cars, reaching elevations up to 2,970 meters.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Grindelwald
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Grindelwald Ski Schools and Grindelwald Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks at First, which cater to all levels with jumps and rails. The fun park offers a variety of features for those looking to hone their skills.
Location and Map
Where is Grindelwald?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Interlaken-Oberhasli District, Canton of Bern.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Grindelwald is Berne, 70 minutes drive away.
Zurich, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Geneva, Sion, Lugano, St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Annecy airports are all within three hours drive.
Grindelwald is easily accessible via train from major cities like Zurich and Bern. The journey offers scenic views, making it a pleasant start to your ski holiday.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 20 ski lifts are able to uplift 42,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 90km of ski runs, with 150 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Grindelwald open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid November (Open weekends only in November), and usual closing is Mid April (Last week of the season open weekends only).
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Talking about Grindelwald
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the cozy bars like The 3a and The Avocado Bar. For dining, head to Restaurant Grindelwald or indulge in nightlife at clubs like The Pizzeria.
