Sierre-Anniviers Ski Resort Guide
Sierre-Anniviers, Switzerland
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Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowboarders! |
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Highest Lift | 2,950m |
Lowest Lift | 1,600m |
Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50% ![]() |
Sierre-Anniviers
Sierre-Anniviers offers a stunning alpine experience with diverse slopes. Perfect for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, it is a hidden gem in the Swiss mountains.
Summary
The resort boasts a wide range of slopes and breathtaking views, making it ideal for both beginners and seasoned athletes. With over 60 km of pistes and a variety of terrain, Sierre-Anniviers has something for everyone.
The ski area of Sierre-Anniviers comprises the ski slopes of 5 ski areas, including Chandolin, Grimentz and St-Luc.
The ski area includes 5 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 80 marked pistes, served by a total of 51 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Chandolin, Grimentz, St-Luc, Vercorin and Zinal.
With ski lifts as high as 2,950m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Snow and Weather
Sierre-Anniviers typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including current conditions and forecasts, check J2Ski for up-to-date details.
When will it snow in Sierre-Anniviers?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm, expected on 2 August.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Snow to 2,549m | Snow to 2,509m |
Ski Area Stats
Sierre-Anniviers Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 14 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 36 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 28 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 2 | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 51 |
Sierre-Anniviers Altitudes
Highest Lift | 2,950m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,600m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Sierre-Anniviers features several ski areas, including Grimentz, Zinal, and St. Luc, with elevations reaching up to 3,000 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging runs of the 'Barrage de Moiry' and the scenic 'La Combe', with efficient lifts such as the Grimentz gondola and Zinal's 'Tracuit' chairlift.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks at Grimentz and Zinal, offering features for all skill levels. The parks are well-maintained, providing a great environment for both freestyle and freeride enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Sierre-Anniviers?
This ski resort is in Sierre, Valais, Switzerland.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Sierre-Anniviers is Sion, 60 minutes drive away.
Berne, Annecy, Geneva, Chambery, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Turin Caselle and Basel 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.
Sierre-Anniviers is easily accessible by train or car, with the nearest major airport being Geneva. From there, take the train to Sierre and connect to local transport, or drive via the A9 motorway for a scenic route.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 51 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Sierre-Anniviers 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, enjoy the vibrant après-ski scene with bars like 'Le Petit Café' and 'La Cabane', as well as restaurants like 'La Pinte' for local cuisine. Nightlife options include cozy pubs and lively clubs that keep the fun going.