Unterwasser Ski Resort Guide
Unterwasser, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 60km |
| Highest Lift | 2,262m |
| Resort Height | 900m |
| Nearest Airports | Basel and Sion |
Unterwasser
Unterwasser is a picturesque ski resort in Switzerland. It offers a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels.
Summary
The resort features a friendly atmosphere, perfect for families and groups. With stunning mountain views and well-groomed pistes, Unterwasser is a hidden gem for winter sports enthusiasts.
The ski area of Unterwasser is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 900m, with 60km of marked runs.
Unterwasser has direct access to 60km of downhill skiing, with 25 marked pistes, served by a total of 19 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,262m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Unterwasser is 7km long and the most difficult run is the 'Ostabfahrt'.
Snow and Weather
Unterwasser typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-100 cm throughout the season. For the latest updates on snowfall and conditions, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
When will it snow in Unterwasser?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Unterwasser.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Unterwasser Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | 5km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 21 | 45km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 2 | 10km |
| Downhill Total Length | 60km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 19 | |
Unterwasser Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,262m |
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| Lowest Piste | 900m |
| Resort Altitude (Unterwasser) | 900m |
| Max Vertical | 1,362m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Unterwasser is nestled in the Toggenburg region, with elevations reaching up to 1,800 meters. The ski area encompasses 60 kilometers of pistes, served by lifts such as the Chäserrugg and the Iltios, with notable runs like the Iltios and the Chäserrugg descent.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding at Unterwasser is enjoyable, with designated areas for all levels. The resort features a terrain park at the Iltios area, offering various jumps and obstacles for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Unterwasser?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann, Wahlkreis Toggenburg.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Unterwasser is Basel, 50 minutes drive away.
Sion, Memmingen, Berne, Lugano, Zurich, Innsbruck Airport, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Stuttgart and St. Gallen-Altenrhein airports are all within three hours drive.
Basel is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
To reach Unterwasser, the nearest major airport is Zurich Airport, approximately 90 minutes away by car. Regular train services run from Zurich to the nearby town of Nesslau, followed by a short bus ride to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 19 ski lifts are able to uplift 17,750 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 10km of ski runs, with 24 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Unterwasser 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 skiing, unwind at the cozy Restaurant Iltios or enjoy drinks at the lively Bar 3000. For a vibrant nightlife, check out the local clubs that cater to all tastes.
