Skiing in St. Gallen
St. Gallen is a ski destination in Switzerland, part of The Alps region, with 25 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 513m to 2,259m, giving a vertical range of 1,746m. Across the area there are 221km of prepared pistes. There are 390 runs in total - 167 easy, 176 intermediate, 30 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 102 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 9 gondolas and 20 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Flumserberg, Pizol, Chäserrugg-Alt St. Johann and Wildhaus. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €66 on average.
Ski Resorts in St. Gallen
25 ski resorts in St. Gallen
Amden Arvenbüel
Amden Arvenbüel is a ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 20 km of pistes served by 6 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 1,158 m to 1,365 m, a vertical drop of 207 m.
Amden Mattstock
Amden Mattstock is a ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 20 km of pistes served by 6 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 931 m to 1,638 m, a vertical drop of 707 m.
Atzmännig
Atzmännig is a ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 7.1 km of pistes served by 5 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 825 m to 1,194 m, a vertical drop of 369 m.
Beckenhalde
Beckenhalde is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 1 km of pistes served by 3 lifts. The slopes run from 760 m to 819 m, a vertical drop of 59 m.
Buchserberg
Buchserberg is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 2 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,377 m to 1,483 m, a vertical drop of 106 m.
Chäserrugg-Alt St. Johann
Whether winter or summer: Chäserrugg in Toggenburg offers something for everyone. Find varied hiking trails and breathtaking ski slopes!
Degersheim
Skilift Degersheim is a ski resort located in Degersheim.
Flumserberg
Flumserberg is a ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 65 km of pistes served by 17 lifts. The slopes run from 667 m to 2,218 m, a vertical drop of 1,551 m.
Gähwil
Skilift Gähwil is a local ski resort in Gähwil, Switzerland, offering daily and season passes for its main ski lift, a pony lift, and a magic carpet. Operations are dependent on sufficient snow.
Hemberg
Hemberg is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 2.2 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,068 m to 1,128 m, a vertical drop of 60 m.
Hörnli
Skilift Hörnli is a small ski lift that thanks its visitors for their support, even when opening at short notice. The Hörnli team greets its friends warmly.
Kaltbrunn
Kaltbrunn is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 0.7 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,153 m to 1,232 m, a vertical drop of 79 m.
Krinau
Krinau is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 0.6 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 823 m to 902 m, a vertical drop of 79 m.
Mosnang
Mosnang is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 1.6 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 721 m to 833 m, a vertical drop of 112 m.
Oberhelfenschwil
Oberhelfenschwil is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 0.6 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 801 m to 865 m, a vertical drop of 64 m.
Oberholz - Farner
IG Skilift Oberholz-Farner is a ski lift company.
Pizol
Pizol is a ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 39 km of pistes served by 12 lifts, including 2 gondolas and cable cars and 4 chairlifts. The slopes run from 513 m to 2,250 m, a vertical drop of 1,737 m.
Ricken
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Spitze
Spitze is a small ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 0.2 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 879 m to 925 m, a vertical drop of 46 m.
St. Margrethenberg
Skilift Tristeli St. Margrethenberg is a versatile, family-friendly ski area with several attractive pistes. It is well-suited for families due to its clear layout.
Tannenberg
Tannenberg, located in the Swiss realm of high peaks, offers a modest yet distinctive experience for winter sports enthusiasts. With a vertical drop of 187 feet and a single lift serving its 0.2 miles of trails, this ski hill caters to those seeking the simplicity of local charm and the thrill of cross-country skiing across its expansive terrain. The serene surroundings and access to blissful backcountry routes make Tannenberg a hidden gem for those wishing to escape the hustle of larger resorts and embrace the essence of winter in the mountains.
Tanzboden
Skilift Tanzboden was a family ski lift that offered night skiing with fondue and sledding. The Skilift-Genossenschaft Tanzboden has decided to cease lift operations due to economic and climatic conditions, and the inability to find sustainable alternatives for necessary investments.
Wildhaus
Wildhaus is a ski area in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It has 31 km of pistes served by 7 lifts, including 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,016 m to 2,070 m, a vertical drop of 1,054 m.
Wolzenalp
Die Wolzenalp ist ein familienfreundliches Wandergebiet mit Naturerlebnis dank Moorlandschaft in der Ferienregion Toggenburg. Ideal für einen Tagesausflug oder Familienurlaub in den Bergen.
St. Gallen at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 25 resorts
Total Resorts
25
Total Piste km
254 km
Total Lifts
102
Elevation Range
513–2,259 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
390
Where to start in St. Gallen
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Amden ArvenbüelGood
- 2.Amden MattstockGood
- 3.Chäserrugg-Alt St. JohannGood
Best value
- 1.Amden ArvenbüelGood
- 2.Amden MattstockGood
- 3.AtzmännigGood
Top Resorts in St. Gallen
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flumserberg | 65 | 1,551 | 17 |
| Pizol | 39 | 1,738 | 12 |
| Chäserrugg-Alt St. Johann | 33 | 1,368 | 16 |
| Wildhaus | 31 | 1,054 | 7 |
| Amden Arvenbüel | 20 | 207 | 6 |
| Amden Mattstock | 20 | 753 | 6 |
| Wolzenalp | 9 | 730 | 6 |
| Atzmännig | 7 | 369 | 5 |
| Degersheim | 5 | 243 | 3 |
| Tanzboden | 5 | 313 | 1 |
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