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Sils Ski Resort Guide

Sils, Switzerland

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length70km
Highest Lift3,303m
Resort Height1,797m
 Nearest AirportsSt. Gallen-Altenrhein and Lugano

Sils

Sils is a picturesque ski resort located in the Engadin Valley. It offers a blend of stunning scenery and diverse skiing options.

 Summary

The resort is known for its tranquil atmosphere and excellent snow conditions. With access to the wider Engadin ski area, Sils provides a variety of slopes for all skill levels.

The ski area of Sils is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,797m, with 70km of marked runs.

Sils has direct access to 70km of downhill skiing, with 20 marked pistes, served by a total of 9 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is at 1,797m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,303m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Sils is 8km long.

Snow and Weather

Sils typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm in winter. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates.

When will it snow in Sils?

There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Sils.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

Snow this week

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Ski Area Stats

Sils Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 2 
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
 8 
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
 1 
Downhill
Total Length
70km
Cross Country
Total Length
90km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
9

Sils Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,303m
Lowest Piste1,797m
Resort Altitude (Sils)1,797m
Max Vertical1,506m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Sils
Expert Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Apres-Ski

Skiing

Sils is part of the Engadin ski area, featuring over 350 km of marked pistes. The highest point reaches an elevation of 2,800 meters, with notable runs such as the Fex Valley and the lifts including the Furtschellas and Sils-Maria lifts, providing access to both beginners and advanced skiers.

Sils offers good sking, particularly, for Expert and Beginner skiers.

Ski Lessons in Sils

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Sils Ski Schools and Sils Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Corvatsch, which features various jumps and obstacles. The resort also offers off-piste opportunities for those seeking adventure.

Location and Map

Where is Sils?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Sils is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 129 minutes drive away.

Lugano, Innsbruck Airport, Brescia, Friedrichshafen, Zurich and Bolzano airports are all within three hours drive.

To reach Sils, the nearest major airport is in Zurich, approximately 200 km away. From there, you can take a train to Sils, enjoying scenic views along the route.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 7,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 6km of ski runs, with 2 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Sils open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is Mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After skiing, Sils offers a cozy après-ski scene with bars like the Piz da la Margna and restaurants such as the Restaurant Chesa, perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

Sils