Skiing in Schwyz
Schwyz is a ski destination in Switzerland, part of The Alps region, with 19 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 732m to 1,928m, giving a vertical range of 1,196m. Across the area there are 134km of prepared pistes. There are 223 runs in total - 139 easy, 74 intermediate, 9 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 96 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 11 gondolas and 9 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Hoch-Ybrig, Stoos, Skilifte Ibergeregg and Brunni-Holzegg-Rotenflue. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €75 on average.
Ski Resorts in Schwyz
19 ski resorts in Schwyz
Bennau /Einsiedeln
Bennau /Einsiedeln is a ski resort in Schwyz, CH. Live conditions and forecasts on boardernews.
Biberegg
Biberegg is a ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 5.1 km of pistes served by 3 lifts. The slopes run from 954 m to 1,321 m, a vertical drop of 367 m.
Brunni-Haggenegg
Brunni-Alpthal is a family-friendly ski resort near Einsiedeln, offering blue and red pistes. It features gentle slopes for children and varied descents from great viewpoints for adults, making it a popular winter destination.
Brunni-Holzegg-Rotenflue
Brunni-Alpthal is a family-friendly ski resort near Einsiedeln, offering blue and red pistes and a gentle children's slope. It provides a beautiful winter wonderland experience.
Euthal
Euthal is a small ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 0.5 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 897 m to 1,039 m, a vertical drop of 142 m.
Friherrenberg
Contact details for the tourist office of the ski resort Friherrenberg – Einsiedeln, Tourist office Einsiedeln
Hoch-Ybrig
Hoch-Ybrig is a ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 24 km of pistes served by 7 lifts, including 1 gondola or cable car and 5 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,039 m to 1,831 m, a vertical drop of 792 m.
Ibergeregg-Handgruobi
Ibergeregg-Handgruobi is a ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 9.6 km of pistes served by 5 lifts. The slopes run from 1,077 m to 1,591 m, a vertical drop of 514 m.
Rigi
Die Rigi in der Zentralschweiz ist aus allen Richtungen gut erreichbar. Mit der Bergbahn geht’s hinauf – direkt in die imposante Bergwelt.
Rigi-Scheidegg
Contact details for the tourist office of the ski resort Rigi – Scheidegg/Burggeist, Tourist office Rigi-Scheidegg, Tourist office Rigi-Burggeist, Tourist office Gschwänd
Rigi Seebodenalp
Rigi Seebodenalp is a small ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 2.7 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,032 m to 1,220 m, a vertical drop of 188 m.
Sattelegg
Sattelegg is an excursion restaurant located between Willerzell and Vorderthal, offering a beautiful panoramic view. It is described as a winter area for the whole family, providing a place to enjoy and relax.
Sattel-Hochstuckli
Located in the heart of Central Switzerland, Sattel-Hochstuckli is the perfect place for recreation. It offers adventure, play, sport and relaxation for visitors of all ages and interests.
Schnabelsberg / Einsiedeln
Schnabelsberg / Einsiedeln is a small ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 0.7 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 948 m to 1,013 m, a vertical drop of 65 m.
Skilift Brunni
Brunni-Alpthal is a family-friendly ski resort near Einsiedeln, offering gentle slopes for children and varied runs from scenic viewpoints for adults. It provides good quality pistes and a welcoming atmosphere.
Skilifte Ibergeregg
Skilifte Ibergeregg is a ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 16 km of pistes served by 5 lifts, including 2 gondolas and cable cars. The slopes run from 817 m to 1,581 m, a vertical drop of 764 m.
Skilift Oberiberg
Skilift Oberiberg is a small ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 3.9 km of pistes served by 4 lifts. The slopes run from 1,081 m to 1,332 m, a vertical drop of 251 m.
Stoos
Stoos is a ski area in Schwyz, Switzerland. It has 19 km of pistes served by 30 lifts, including 1 gondola or cable car and 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,253 m to 1,928 m, a vertical drop of 675 m.
Wägital
Wägital is a single-lift ski hill above Vorderthal in the canton of Schwyz, central Switzerland. One drag lift serves about 3 kilometers of mostly easy and intermediate runs, climbing from 750 to 1,260 meters for a vertical of roughly 510 meters. Run by a local cooperative at the foot of the Grosser Aubrig, it stays small, quiet, and cheap, with day tickets around 25 Swiss francs.
Schwyz at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 19 resorts
Total Resorts
19
Total Piste km
133 km
Total Lifts
106
Elevation Range
732–1,928 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
223
Where to start in Schwyz
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Brunni-Holzegg-RotenflueVery good
- 2.Ibergeregg-HandgruobiVery good
- 3.RigiVery good
Best value
- 1.Bennau /EinsiedelnGood
- 2.BibereggGood
- 3.Brunni-HaggeneggGood
Top Resorts in Schwyz
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoch-Ybrig | 24 | 791 | 7 |
| Stoos | 19 | 675 | 30 |
| Skilifte Ibergeregg | 16 | 764 | 5 |
| Brunni-Holzegg-Rotenflue | 13 | 513 | 8 |
| Sattel-Hochstuckli | 11 | 712 | 9 |
| Ibergeregg-Handgruobi | 10 | 514 | 5 |
| Brunni-Haggenegg | 9 | 408 | 3 |
| Rigi | 7 | 327 | 9 |
| Biberegg | 5 | 367 | 3 |
| Rigi-Scheidegg | 5 | 632 | 3 |
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Season Calendar - Schwyz
When each resort is open for skiing
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