Germany, Europe
Grasgehren
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
6 Dec 2025
Closes
30 Mar 2026
Days open
114
Annual snow
2m
The Overview
Grasgehren delivers an authentic Allgäu skiing experience with 8km of diverse terrain perfectly suited to families and intermediate skiers. This compact resort maintains traditional Bavarian character away from mass tourism, offering uncrowded slopes and spectacular views of the surrounding Riedberger Horn and Hörner mountains. The excellent snow reliability and family-friendly atmosphere make Grasgehren particularly appealing for those seeking quality skiing without overwhelming size or crowds.
217m
Vertical
11
Runs
11 km
Piste
2m
Annual snow
The Terrain
11 runs across 11 km of piste
Grasgehren spreads 11 runs across 11 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 77%, with 3 beginner runs to find your feet.
Terrain split
11
runs
11 runs across 4 grades
Beginner3 runs · 23%
Intermediate8 runs · 77%
Advanced0 runs · 0%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Grasgehren
Grasgehren typically operates from December through March, with the most consistent conditions in January and February. The resort benefits from its elevated position in one of Bavaria's snowiest regions, receiving substantial natural snowfall supplemented by strategic snowmaking on key runs. The predominantly north-facing slopes maintain excellent snow quality throughout the season, often delivering good skiing conditions when lower regions struggle. The microclimate created by the surrounding mountains frequently delivers powder days when other areas receive less favourable weather.
Season 2025 - 2026
6 Dec 2025
Opens
30 Mar 2026
Closes
114
Days open
2 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Grasgehren, and where to stay
Located near Obermaiselstein in Bavaria's beautiful Allgäu region, Grasgehren sits approximately 170km from Munich and 80km from Memmingen Airport. The resort enjoys a spectacular position within the Nagelfluhkette mountains, surrounded by impressive Alpine scenery. This accessible location allows for easy day trips from larger population centers while maintaining an authentic mountain atmosphere. The surrounding area offers excellent cross-country skiing, winter hiking trails, and traditional Allgäu villages known for their distinctive architecture and cuisine.
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Good to know
Frequently asked
When is Grasgehren's ski season?
Grasgehren's season typically runs from December 6 to March 30, roughly 114 days, weather and conditions permitting.
How much skiable terrain does Grasgehren have?
Grasgehren has about 11 km of piste across 11 runs.
How many lifts does Grasgehren have?
Grasgehren operates 4 lifts in total.
How much snow does Grasgehren get?
Grasgehren averages around 93 inches (7.7 feet) of snowfall per season.
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