| Switzerland is an amazing ski country defined by the | | | | glacial activity. Glaciers of the Dom and the Allalinhorn |
| majestic Swiss Alps. The winter months offer the | | | | allow for year-round sports activities, including |
| opportunity for novice and experts skiers alike to | | | | summer skiing in some locations. With a wide range |
| carve up some of the finest white powder on Earth! | | | | of blue rating slopes, Saas-Fee brings in much of the |
| Listed below is a breakdown of Switzerlands top 10 | | | | intermediate and advanced enthusiast. Don't be |
| resorts and places to ski. These 10 locations not only | | | | intimidated,however. There are also many slopes and |
| represent Switzerland's best, but are also some of | | | | schools of training for beginners. |
| the most sought after locations in the world! | | | | 4. GrindelwaldNext on my list is Grindelwald, which lies |
| 10. Arosa - Located in the Eastern section of | | | | in the valley of Bernese Oberland, located very close |
| Switzerland, Arosa is a summer and winter resort. Full | | | | to the middle of Swizterland. With over 120 miles of |
| of tradition and history, Arosa creates an experience | | | | prime ski slopes, Grindelwald skiers have many |
| that cannot be fully digested without an extend stay. | | | | different areas to choose from, most choose the |
| So how are the slopes? Arosa has over 50 miles of | | | | Kleine Scheidegg for a fine sking experience. What |
| pristine terrain for you to fully immerse in. The air is | | | | sets this location apart from the others are the |
| especially pure and the slope drop offs will challenge | | | | slopes accesabile only by helicopter. Griendwald has |
| even the most experienced skiers. Nature lovers will | | | | some of the best helicopter skiing in the world! In |
| also enjoy the relative isolation of Arosa as | | | | addition, you will be amazed to find that Grindelwald |
| compared to some of the other resorts on this list | | | | is a hub for activity. If you ever get tired of the |
| 9. Gstaad/Saanenland- Looking for a ski resort where | | | | slopes, (highley unlikely) Grindelwald is filled with |
| you can gain some experience without be subjected | | | | museums, top notch golf courses, and a wide array |
| to extremely difficult courses? If so, then Gstadd | | | | of other adventure sports. |
| might be the place for you. Their courses attract | | | | 3. St. Moritz- Want to experience a resort full of rich |
| mostly beginners and intermediate skiers because the | | | | history, world class lodging, and 300+ days of |
| slopes aren't as insane as some of the other | | | | sunshine? If so, then St. Moritz is the place for you! |
| locations in Switzerland.The only drawback for me is | | | | Located in the far south east corner of Switzerland, |
| Gstaad is a bit on the pricey side. Swank hotels, | | | | St. Moritz is one of the most famous destinations in |
| trendy shops, and upscale restaurants are a common | | | | Switzerland. Beginners will enjoy the area of Corviglia |
| sight throughout. However, if money is not an | | | | where you will experience relatively easy slopes while |
| obstacle, you will be pleased to know that the | | | | advanced skiers will soak up the mind-numbing bliss |
| Gstadd/Saanenland area is one of the largest ski | | | | of Pontresina. The view is said to be majestic. |
| resorts in the Alps. | | | | However, as with many of the other higher end |
| 8. Murren - Murren is truly a picturesque sight to see. | | | | resorts in Switzerland, be prepared to spend a bit of |
| Located on a high cliff in Lauterbrunnen Valley over | | | | money! |
| 5,400 ft. in the air, this mountain village can only be | | | | 2. Verbier - The runner up on my list of top places to |
| reached by cable car. With some of the best hiking | | | | ski in Switzerland is Verbier. As one of the more |
| and sledding trails in all of Switzerland, you will not | | | | popular Swiss resorts in the Alps, the slopes can get |
| have a problem finding things to do when the snow | | | | a bit crowded during peak season. The slopes stay in |
| isn't at it's best (Summer Months). However, during | | | | pristine condition during the Spring months and make |
| peak snow season you will find that Murren offers | | | | for a wonderful alternative to the sometimes |
| some of the best snow and slopes around, attracting | | | | overcrowded winter. The wide assortments of |
| more advanced skiers. | | | | unique and challeneging courses suits both beginners |
| 7. Davos/Klosters - Davos is located in East | | | | and advanced skiers. Tortin has consistently been |
| Switzerland on the Landwasser River. The popularity | | | | rated as a top draw for experts while the numerous |
| of Davos has tailed off a bit from its heyday and the | | | | ski training locations in Verbier create a fun |
| village is a bit rundown. Klosters offers a better | | | | atmosphere for the beginner. In addition, superb |
| alternative and brings in many skiers from The | | | | hotels, dining, sporting activities, and night life make |
| Netherlands and UK. This region offers ample slopes | | | | Verbier one of the world's top ski destinations and |
| for the less experienced skier. There are many things | | | | tourist attractions. |
| to do, incudling superb hiking trails and mesmerizing | | | | 1. Zermatt - Heard of Zermatt? If you haven't heard |
| restaurants located high in the sky. | | | | about Switzerland's greatest ski resort, you have |
| 6. Laax/Films/Falera - This area offers a wide range | | | | now! Skiing is a year round event in Zermatt. Enjoy |
| of summer sports. Skiing and snowboarding | | | | the Sunegga and Gornergrat regions during the |
| competitions are held through the winter months. | | | | winter months and make your way over to the |
| Combinded, the Laax/Films/Falera area occupies over | | | | Theodul Glacier for a fine intermediate adventure |
| 130 sq. miles of prime skiing opportunities. The Vorab | | | | during the warmer summer months. With great |
| Glacier and Crap Sogn Gion attract much of the cross | | | | snow, a wide array of obstacles and challenges, and |
| country skiing crowd while Foppa and Nagens | | | | some of the cleanest,freshest air in the world, |
| represent an awesome downhill alternative for | | | | Zermatt caters to just about everyone. In addition to |
| beginner and intermediate skiers. The lodging | | | | incredible skiing, Zermatt features some of the most |
| accommodations are reasonable and isn't as | | | | beautiful, natural ice skating rinks and many other |
| pretentious as say Gstaad. If crowds aren't your | | | | adventure sporting activities such as climbing and |
| thing be sure to book your trip during the weekdays, | | | | paragliding. The world famous Matterhorn draws locals |
| the locals take advantage of the prime snow | | | | and tourists alike to scale this magnificent mountain. |
| conditions during the weekends. | | | | Nature lovers will appreciate the car-free resort with |
| 5. Saas-Fee - Saas-Fee is located in southwest | | | | unbelieveable natural hiking trails. To visit Zermatt is |
| Switzerland, next to Zermatt, and is home to the | | | | said to have a Zen-like feel and this is why Zermatt |
| highest mountain in all of Switzerland, The Dom. What | | | | is my top place to ski in Switzerland! |
| attracts many visitors to Saas-Fee is the amount of | | | | |