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    Switzerland, Europe

    Arosa Lenzerheide

    225km of piste, 52 lifts, 1,636m vertical. Largest ski area in Graubünden, linked by cable car since 2013.

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    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    7 Nov 2026
    Closes
    11 Apr 2027
    Days open
    155
    Annual snow
    4.7m
    Snow record
    10cm
    2026-27 so far
    2% of a typical winter469cm
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    The Overview
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    Michael Fulton
    Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.

    Arosa Lenzerheide spans 225 kilometres of piste across an elevation range of 1,229 to 2,865 metres, making it the largest contiguous ski area in Graubünden. The resort comprises 117 runs served by 52 lifts, with a terrain split of 49 per cent beginner, 39 per cent intermediate and 12 per cent advanced. Since the winter of 2013/14, the formerly separate resorts of Arosa and Lenzerheide have been linked by the Urdenbahn aerial tramway, a pillar-free cable car that crosses the Urden valley in five minutes. Snow reliability benefits from both altitude and comprehensive snowmaking across 60 per cent of slopes, with an average annual snowfall of 4.3 metres.

    The ski area divides into distinct sectors: the Arosa side centred on Weisshorn at 2,653 metres and Hörnli at 2,511 metres, and the Lenzerheide side dominated by Parpaner Rothorn at 2,865 metres, the resort's highest point. Beginner terrain concentrates around valley stations at Tschuggen in Arosa and practice areas like Auarara and Fastatsch in Lenzerheide. Intermediates navigate the bulk of the terrain via long cruising runs such as those from Hörnli and Weisshorn, whilst advanced skiers target the Silvano Beltrametti World Cup downhill run in Lenzerheide, which reaches gradients of 66 per cent. Four terrain parks and 103 kilometres of cross-country trails supplement the alpine offering.

    Arosa sits at 1,775 metres in the innermost Schanfigg valley, a car-free resort accessible by narrow-gauge railway from Chur. Lenzerheide spreads across a high plateau at 1,500 metres, surrounded by the villages of Valbella, Parpan and Churwalden. Both sectors offer east- and west-facing slopes, creating a sun-trap effect throughout the day. Mountain restaurants number over 30 across the combined area, with facilities ranging from traditional huts to modern self-service stations. The atmosphere tilts towards families and intermediates, with quieter crowds than neighbouring Davos or St Moritz.

    A single Arosa Lenzerheide lift pass covers all 52 installations, with adult day tickets priced at 74 Swiss francs off-peak and 84 francs during high season. The TOPCARD annual pass, valid here and at other Graubünden resorts, costs 1,299 francs. The 2025/26 season runs from 23 November 2025 to 21 April 2026. Night skiing operates on Fridays from early January to mid-March on the 3.5-kilometre Stätzerhorn piste. The resort suits intermediates seeking mileage, families requiring varied terrain, and those wanting a traditional Swiss mountain base without the scale or expense of larger resorts.

    1636m
    Vertical
    117
    Runs
    225 km
    Piste
    4.7m
    Annual snow
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    The Terrain

    117 runs across 225 km of piste

    Two valleys, one ski area: Arosa Lenzerheide is the largest linked domain in Graubünden, with 225 kilometres of piste across 117 runs. Vertical reaches 1,636 metres between 1,229 and 2,865 metres, and the grading is relaxed at 49% beginner, 39% intermediate and 12% advanced, with no expert pistes. The Urdenbahn, a pillar-free cable car over the Urden valley, joins the two sides, so a full circuit is realistic in a single day. The scale leaves plenty of room to explore, and the broad, groomed slopes reward anyone who prefers to cover ground at a steady pace.

    On the Lenzerheide side, Parpaner Rothorn is the high point and the start of the Silvano Beltrametti World Cup piste, the steepest descent in the area. Arosa Weisshorn, with the Hörnli sector nearby, offers the other main peak and the best-known freeride lines alongside the Rothorn. West of Lenzerheide, the Stätzerhorn and Piz Scalottas sectors provide sunny cruising. Families and intermediates get the most from the network, while keen skiers can chase the Rothorn descents and look into guided off-piste on either mountain. Queues tend to stay short outside peak weeks.

    Terrain split
    117
    runs
    117 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner57 runs · 49%
    Intermediate46 runs · 39%
    Advanced14 runs · 12%
    Expert0 runs · 0%
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    When to visit Arosa Lenzerheide

    The 2025/26 season at Arosa Lenzerheide operates from 23 November 2025 to 21 April 2026, spanning five months of lift-served skiing. Early-season opening typically focuses on higher sectors around Hörnli and Rothorn before valley connections to Churwalden open by mid-December. Arosa's east-facing bowl often permits November skiing thanks to cold temperatures and aggressive snowmaking, whilst Lenzerheide's west-facing slopes benefit from afternoon sun retention into April. Spring skiing extends to late April on north-facing runs above 2,400 metres.

    Annual snowfall averages 439 centimetres on-mountain, with Arosa village recording over seven metres at its 1,775-metre elevation. The resort's altitude span provides natural snow reliability, with 60 per cent of pistes covered by 110 kilometres of snowmaking infrastructure installed progressively between 2016 and 2024. Sections between Parpan and Churwalden received enhanced snowmaking in 2016 to guarantee valley access. Base depth during the 2025/26 season has maintained 90 centimetres mid-winter. The high-alpine environment and dual-valley aspect create microclimates, with Rothorn's northern exposure holding powder longer than sun-soaked Weisshorn runs.

    January and February deliver the most consistent snow conditions, with the first week of February historically registering peak accumulation. December offers pre-Christmas value with fewer crowds but variable lower-elevation cover. March combines reliable upper-mountain snow with lengthening daylight and warming temperatures, ideal for spring skiing and terrace sessions. Easter week draws family crowds regardless of calendar date. Weekdays from mid-January to early March provide optimal touring conditions with open lifts, groomed pistes and manageable visitor numbers.

    The FIS Ski Cross World Cup visits Arosa in mid-December, staging races on a purpose-built course at Innerarosa beside the historic Bergkirchli church. Night skiing runs every Friday from early January through mid-March on the Stätzerhorn sector, with the 3.5-kilometre floodlit piste accessed via the Proschieri T-bar and Rungg-Stätzertäli chair operating until 10pm. Tour de Ski cross-country stages have been held at Lenzerheide's Nordic facilities. The Arosa Humour Festival in December and Lenzerheide's Enchanted Forest light installation add cultural programming. No summer glacier skiing exists, with lifts closing entirely between late April and early June before reopening for mountain biking season.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    7 Nov 2026
    Opens
    11 Apr 2027
    Closes
    155
    Days open
    4.7 m
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at Arosa Lenzerheide

    Daily snow reports at Arosa Lenzerheide go back to 1996, 31 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.

    51 cm
    Snowiest day
    5 Nov 2014
    10 cm
    This winter · 2026-27
    so far
    469 cm
    Typical winter
    average of complete seasons
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    Winter totals
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    Past wintersThis winter
    Getting there

    Getting to Arosa Lenzerheide, and where to stay

    Arosa Lenzerheide occupies two parallel valleys in Graubünden, eastern Switzerland's largest canton. Arosa sits at the head of the Schanfigg valley at 1,775 metres, accessible only via a dead-end road climbing 1,320 metres from Chur through 360 hairpin bends over 30 kilometres. Lenzerheide spreads across a high plateau between Chur and Tiefencastel at elevations from 1,229 to 1,500 metres, positioned on the historic Julier Pass route connecting the Rhine valley to the Engadin. The resort spans the municipalities of Arosa, Lenzerheide, Valbella, Parpan and Churwalden, with the Plessur Alps rising to the north and east.

    Chur, Switzerland's oldest city and capital of Graubünden, lies 30 kilometres northwest of Arosa and 13 kilometres north of Lenzerheide. The regional centre provides rail connections, supermarkets and cantonal government services. St Moritz sits 80 kilometres south via the Julier Pass, Davos 40 kilometres east over the Wolfgang Pass. The car-free resort of Arosa maintains its isolated character at the valley terminus, surrounded by peaks including Weisshorn, Hörnli and Brüggerhorn. Lenzerheide's more accessible position on the main Chur-St Moritz corridor historically attracted pass traffic before developing into a destination resort.

    Road access channels through the A13 motorway, the primary north-south artery through eastern Switzerland connecting Austria to Italy via the San Bernardino tunnel. Drivers approaching from Zürich or northern Europe exit at Chur Nord (exit 16) and follow mountain roads to either valley. The Arosa route via the Schanfiggerstrasse requires 40 minutes from Chur on a narrow, winding road often demanding snow chains in winter. Lenzerheide proves easier to reach via a 19-minute drive from the same Chur exit or 25 minutes from Thusis Süd. Churwalden's Panoramabahn Heidbüel lift serves as the optimal day-visitor entry point from the north. Parking fees apply at all resort base areas.

    Zürich Airport, Switzerland's largest, lies 154 kilometres northwest, a two-hour drive in good conditions or three hours by public transport. Friedrichshafen Airport across the German border sits 155 kilometres away, also two hours by road. Rail access runs via Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Chur, where connections diverge: the Rhaetian Railway's narrow-gauge line winds directly to Arosa station in one hour, depositing passengers opposite the Weisshorn cable car. Lenzerheide receives post bus service from Chur station, with the number 182 Postbus reaching Lenzerheide in 40 minutes. Arosa Lenzerheide lift passes include free travel on Chur-Arosa and Chur-Lenzerheide-Tiefencastel public transport routes. Transfer companies operate shared and private shuttles from Zürich, Friedrichshafen and regional train stations year-round.

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    Arosa Lenzerheide Lift Tickets

    Arosa Lenzerheide lift tickets & passes

    Opening day for the winter 2026 - 2027 season is scheduled for Nov 7, 2026 (subject to change). Lift tickets at Arosa Lenzerheide typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.

    Day passes start from CHF 25, with peak rates up to CHF 84.

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    Single-day passes

    Adult 27–99

    Adult Full Day

    CHF 74up to CHF 84 peak

    Full day skiing at Arosa Lenzerheide with access to 225km of slopes across two connected valleys. Online booking saves 6% and provides direct access without ticket window queues.

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    Youth 18–26

    Young Adult Full Day

    CHF 59up to CHF 71 peak

    Young adult daily ticket for Arosa Lenzerheide with special discounts for ages 18-26. Experience connected skiing between Arosa and Lenzerheide valleys in Graubünden.

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    Youth 13–17

    Youth Full Day

    CHF 45up to CHF 55 peak

    Youth lift ticket for Arosa Lenzerheide covering teens aged 13-17. Access to extensive terrain parks, wide carving slopes, and mountain restaurants across Switzerland's connected valleys.

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    Child 6–12

    Child Full Day

    CHF 25up to CHF 27 peak

    Children's lift ticket at Arosa Lenzerheide for ages 6-12. Family-friendly slopes with Bear Sanctuary visits and excellent ski schools in Graubünden's premier resort.

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    Child 0–5

    Child (5 & Under)

    Free

    Free skiing for children 5 and under at Arosa Lenzerheide. Kids enjoy complimentary access to beginner areas and family zones across the connected resort.

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    Multi-day passes

    Adult 27–99

    Multi-Day (3-Day)

    CHF 184up to CHF 218 peak

    Three-day lift ticket package at Arosa Lenzerheide with consecutive day validity. Explore 225km of varied terrain with 6% online savings across both valleys.

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    Adult 27–99

    Multi-Day (6-Day)

    CHF 319up to CHF 377 peak

    Six-day lift ticket package at Arosa Lenzerheide with photo ID required from 4 days. Extended skiing across connected valleys with excellent value for longer stays.

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    Adult 27–99

    4 in 7 Day Flex Pass

    CHF 245up to CHF 290 peak

    Flexible 4-day pass within 7-day period at Arosa Lenzerheide. Perfect for mixed vacation activities with skiing flexibility across the connected resort valleys.

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    Season passes

    Adult 27–99

    TOPCARD Annual Pass

    CHF 1,299

    Annual pass for Arosa Lenzerheide providing unlimited skiing, biking, and hiking access. Perfect for mountain enthusiasts who enjoy year-round outdoor activities in Graubünden.

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    Lift tickets FAQ

    How much does a Arosa Lenzerheide day pass cost?+
    Arosa Lenzerheide day passes range from CHF 25 to CHF 84 depending on the date and advance booking.
    Can I buy Arosa Lenzerheide lift tickets online?+
    Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
    Are there discounts for multi-day passes?+
    Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
    What is included with a Arosa Lenzerheide lift ticket?+
    Full access to all lifts and trails at Arosa Lenzerheide, including mountain safety and patrol services.
    What is the difference between Arosa Lenzerheide lift tickets and ski passes?+
    "Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Arosa Lenzerheide - your access to the mountain's lifts and trails for your chosen duration.
    When should I buy Arosa Lenzerheide lift tickets for the best price?+
    Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates, and consider weekday visits for further savings over weekend rates.
    Does Arosa Lenzerheide offer group discounts on lift tickets?+
    Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Arosa Lenzerheide directly for group booking information and rates.
    How can I check current conditions before buying tickets?+
    Before purchasing, check the live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Arosa Lenzerheide.

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