Skiing in Bernese Oberland
Bern is a ski destination in Switzerland, part of The Alps region, with 55 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 679m to 2,949m, giving a vertical range of 2,270m. Across the area there are 686km of prepared pistes. There are 933 runs in total - 478 easy, 344 intermediate, 101 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 399 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 45 gondolas and 53 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Grindelwald - Wengen (Kleine Scheidegg - Männlichen), Adelboden - Lenk, Schönried - Saanenmöser - Zweisimmen - St. Stephan and Meiringen - Hasliberg. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €76 on average.
Ski Resorts in Bernese Oberland
53 ski resorts in Bernese Oberland
Adelboden - Lenk
Adelboden - Lenk is a large ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 200 km of pistes served by 67 lifts, including 5 gondolas and cable cars and 7 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,263 m to 2,193 m, a vertical drop of 930 m.
Adelboden - TschentenAlp
Adelboden - TschentenAlp is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 6.7 km of pistes served by 6 lifts, including 2 gondolas and cable cars and 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 1,401 m to 1,956 m, a vertical drop of 555 m.
Aeschiallmend
Skilift Aeschiallmend AG operates several ski lifts in Aeschiried, including the Kinderskilift Pinocchio and Bügellifts. It offers a winter experience that includes skiing, sledding, and cross-country skiing, with some lifts included in the Magic Pass.
Axalp
Axalp is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 12 km of pistes served by 4 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 1,423 m to 1,937 m, a vertical drop of 514 m.
Bumbach
Bumbach is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 5 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 916 m to 1,355 m, a vertical drop of 439 m.
Chuderhüsi
Chuderhüsi is a small ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 0.3 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,017 m to 1,088 m, a vertical drop of 71 m.
Elsigenalp
Elsigen-Metsch is a resort offering various activities like hiking, a crime-solving game, and gastronomy. It also features ski lifts, with pre-season pass sales mentioned.
Engstligenalp
Engstligenalp is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 9.7 km of pistes served by 6 lifts, including 2 gondolas and cable cars. The slopes run from 1,953 m to 2,354 m, a vertical drop of 401 m.
Eriz
Eriz is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 5.7 km of pistes served by 4 lifts. The slopes run from 1,056 m to 1,379 m, a vertical drop of 323 m.
Faltschen
Skilift Faltschen is a small ski area featuring a main ski lift and a children's lift. Operations are highly dependent on snow conditions, and visitors can enjoy a fantastic view while skiing.
Gantrisch
Gantrisch is a small ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 3.9 km of pistes. The slopes run from 1,047 m to 1,636 m, a vertical drop of 589 m.
Gantrisch - Gurnigel
Gantrisch - Gurnigel is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 5.9 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,339 m to 1,575 m, a vertical drop of 236 m.
Gantrisch - Ottenleue
Gantrisch - Ottenleue is a small ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 3 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,451 m to 1,628 m, a vertical drop of 177 m.
Gantrisch - Rueschegg
Gantrisch - Rueschegg is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 11 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,051 m to 1,554 m, a vertical drop of 503 m.
Gatrisch - Selital
Gatrisch - Selital is a small ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 4 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,292 m to 1,593 m, a vertical drop of 301 m.
Glacier 3000
Glacier 3000 offers diverse activities: skiing, hiking, dining, and the unique Peak Walk by Tissot, a suspension bridge at 3,000m linking two peaks.
Grimmialp
Grimmialp is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 8.6 km of pistes served by 4 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 1,229 m to 1,828 m, a vertical drop of 599 m.
Grindelwald First
Grindelwald First is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 40 km of pistes served by 7 lifts, including 2 gondolas and cable cars and 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,061 m to 2,497 m, a vertical drop of 1,436 m.
Grindelwald - Männlichen (Schlittelpiste)
Grindelwald - Männlichen (Schlittelpiste) is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 140 lifts, including 4 gondolas and cable cars and 1 chairlift.
Grindelwald - Wengen (Kleine Scheidegg - Männlichen)
Grindelwald - Wengen (Kleine Scheidegg - Männlichen) is a large ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 103 km of pistes served by 21 lifts, including 4 gondolas and cable cars and 9 chairlifts. The slopes run from 938 m to 2,394 m, a vertical drop of 1,456 m.
Gstaad - Saanen - Rougemont
Gstaad - Saanen - Rougemont is a ski area in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. It has 38 km of pistes served by 11 lifts, including 4 gondolas and cable cars and 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 968 m to 2,152 m, a vertical drop of 1,184 m.
Gstaad - Wasserngrat
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Heimenschwand
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Bernese Oberland at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 53 resorts
Total Resorts
53
Total Piste km
835 km
Total Lifts
427
Elevation Range
679–2,949 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
929
Where to start in Bernese Oberland
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Grindelwald - Männlichen (Schlittelpiste)Very good
- 2.KanderstegVery good
- 3.WiriehornVery good
Best value
- 1.Adelboden - LenkGood
- 2.Adelboden - TschentenAlpGood
- 3.AeschiallmendGood
Top Resorts in Bernese Oberland
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelboden - Lenk | 200 | 930 | 67 |
| Grindelwald - Wengen (Kleine Scheidegg - Männlichen) | 103 | 1,286 | 21 |
| Meiringen - Hasliberg | 60 | 1,900 | 16 |
| Schönried - Saanenmöser - Zweisimmen - St. Stephan | 59 | 1,057 | 16 |
| Grindelwald First | 40 | 1,436 | 7 |
| Mürren/Schilthorn | 39 | 1,332 | 18 |
| Gstaad - Saanen - Rougemont | 38 | 1,184 | 11 |
| Glacier 3000 | 31 | 1,700 | 3 |
| Elsigenalp | 28 | 960 | 11 |
| Lenk - Wallegg | 24 | 910 | 10 |
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