Crans-Montana

Crans-Montana

Bern;Valais, Switzerland

Switzerland

Photo by Tim Arnold · Unsplash

Piste

72km

Vertical

1445m

Top altitude

2872m

good altitude

Lifts

23

Best for

IntermediatesAdvanced skiersReliable snowFamiliesNon-skiersGroups

Season

November – April

✓ Non-skier friendly village✓ Reliable snow to late season

About Crans-Montana

Crans-Montana, nestled in the picturesque Valais region of Switzerland, offers a diverse skiing experience with 72km of well-groomed pistes catering to a variety of skill levels. With a vertical drop of 1445m and a top elevation reaching 2872m, the terrain features 1% green, 20% blue, 68% red, and 12% black runs, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced skiers looking to explore the expansive slopes. Open from November to April, the resort is equipped with 23 lifts that provide easy access to its impressive skiing areas, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for those ready to carve their way through the beautiful Swiss Alps.

Typical costs

Adult lift pass

£350

for 6 days

Accommodation

from £90–£480

per person/night

Ski hire

from £150

for 6 days

Indicative 2025–26 season prices.

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Terrain breakdown

Green (1 runs)1%
Blue (22 runs)20%
Red (75 runs)68%
Black (13 runs)12%

111 runs total

Ratings

Prestige
Beginners
Average3
Intermediates
Good4
Advanced
Excellent5
Snow reliability
Good4
Off-piste
Average3
Après-ski
Average3
Family friendly
Good4
Non-skiers
Good4
Value for money
Limited2
Groups
Good4

Rated 1–5 by our editorial team.

Transfer times from airport

GVA(Geneva)2h 16m
MXP(Milan Malpensa)2h 57m
CMF(Chambéry)3h 2m
BSL(Basel)3h 11m
TRN(Turin)3h 17m
ZRH(Zurich)3h 25m
LYS(Lyon)3h 36m
BGY(Milan Bergamo)3h 42m
GNB(Grenoble)3h 44m
VRN(Verona)4h 42m
FDH(Friedrichshafen)4h 58m

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