Skiing in Vaud
Vaud is a ski destination in Switzerland, part of The Alps region, with 23 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 778m to 2,192m, giving a vertical range of 1,414m. Across the area there are 169km of prepared pistes. There are 287 runs in total - 173 easy, 83 intermediate, 27 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 110 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 4 gondolas and 16 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Villars/Gryon/Les Diablerets, Les Mosses, Leysin and La Robella. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €78 on average.
Ski Resorts in Vaud
23 ski resorts in Vaud
Baulmes
All information about the ski resort La Combette – Baulmes. Skiing, snowboarding and ski holidays: La Combette – Baulmes
Chalet a Gobet
Skiing, sledding and bobsledding at Chalet-à-Gobet. All the information you need to have fun on the snow at Chalet-à-Gobet.
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez
All information about the ski resort Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez. Skiing, snowboarding and ski holidays: Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez
Froideville
Centre Nordique de Froideville is a Nordic center focused on cross-country skiing, offering both skating and classic styles. It also hosts various outdoor activities and events, aiming to provide fun in nature.
L'Abbaye
L'Abbaye is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 6.8 km of pistes served by 4 lifts. The slopes run from 1,012 m to 1,435 m, a vertical drop of 423 m.
La Forclaz VD
La Forclaz VD is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 1.9 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,259 m to 1,426 m, a vertical drop of 167 m.
La Martinaux
La Martinaux is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 2.2 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,485 m to 1,681 m, a vertical drop of 196 m.
La Robella
La Robella is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 11 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 778 m to 1,429 m, a vertical drop of 651 m.
La Trélasse
La Trélasse is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 0.7 km of pistes served by 4 lifts. The slopes run from 1,192 m to 1,218 m, a vertical drop of 26 m.
Le Brassus
Le Brassus is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 4.6 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,062 m to 1,366 m, a vertical drop of 304 m.
Les Mosses
Les Mosses is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 26 km of pistes served by 14 lifts. The slopes run from 1,379 m to 1,871 m, a vertical drop of 492 m.
Les Pléiades
Les Pléiades is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 0.3 km of pistes served by 3 lifts. The slopes run from 1,312 m to 1,348 m, a vertical drop of 36 m.
Les Prévondes
Toutes les informations sur le domaine skiable Les Prévondes. Station de ski et vacances de ski : Les Prévondes
Leysin
Leysin is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 25 km of pistes served by 13 lifts, including 1 gondola or cable car and 7 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,237 m to 2,192 m, a vertical drop of 955 m.
Leysin (Les Mosses, La Lecherette)
Leysin (Les Mosses is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland.
L'Orient
Get informationen about the ski resort in L’Orient and nearby ski resorts. Full information about skiing around L’Orient.
Mauborget
Mauborget is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 0.4 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,122 m to 1,190 m, a vertical drop of 68 m.
Rochers-de-Naye
Rochers-de-Naye is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 8.2 km of pistes served by 6 lifts. The slopes run from 1,125 m to 2,015 m, a vertical drop of 890 m.
Saint-Cergue
Saint-Cergue offers three accessible and friendly alpine ski sites near Nyon and Geneva, suitable for all levels. It's an enchanting setting for winter sports enthusiasts.
Sainte-Croix - Les rasses
Sainte-Croix - Les rasses is a ski area in Vaud, Switzerland.
Saint George
Saint George is a small ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 2.1 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 977 m to 1,143 m, a vertical drop of 166 m.
Villars/Gryon/Les Diablerets
Villars/Gryon/Les Diablerets is a large ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 100 km of pistes served by 32 lifts, including 3 gondolas and cable cars and 8 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,127 m to 2,097 m, a vertical drop of 970 m.
Villars-Gryon / Les Diablerets / Glacier 3000 / Bex
Villars-Gryon / Les Diablerets / Glacier 3000 / Bex is a glacier ski area in Vaud, Switzerland. It has 4 lifts.
Vaud at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 23 resorts
Total Resorts
23
Total Piste km
206 km
Total Lifts
101
Elevation Range
778–2,192 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
287
Where to start in Vaud
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Les MossesVery good
- 2.Saint-CergueVery good
- 3.Dent de Vaulion – Le MorezGood
Best value
- 1.BaulmesGood
- 2.Chalet a GobetGood
- 3.Dent de Vaulion – Le MorezGood
Top Resorts in Vaud
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villars/Gryon/Les Diablerets | 100 | 970 | 32 |
| Les Mosses | 26 | 491 | 14 |
| Leysin | 25 | 955 | 13 |
| La Robella | 11 | 651 | 1 |
| Rochers-de-Naye | 8 | 890 | 6 |
| L'Abbaye | 7 | 423 | 4 |
| L'Orient | 6 | 266 | 1 |
| Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez | 5 | 311 | 2 |
| Le Brassus | 5 | 303 | 2 |
| Baulmes | 3 | 214 | 1 |
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Season Calendar - Vaud
When each resort is open for skiing
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