Switzerland, Europe

Arosa Lenzerheide

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

Season 2025 - 2026

Opens

23 Nov 2025

Closes

21 Apr 2026

Days open

149

Annual snow

The Overview

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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

Annual snow

The Terrain

117 runs across 225 km of piste

Arosa Lenzerheide spreads 117 runs across 225 km of piste of terrain. It leans beginner at 49%, with 57 beginner runs to find your feet and 14 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.

Terrain split

117

runs

117 runs across 4 grades

Beginner57 runs · 49%

Intermediate46 runs · 39%

Advanced14 runs · 12%

Expert0 runs · 0%

Time it right

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 2025 - 2026

23 Nov 2025

Opens

21 Apr 2026

Closes

149

Days open

4 m

Annual snow

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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Live webcams

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About Arosa Lenzerheide's live webcams

Check live conditions across Arosa Lenzerheide with 13 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations, updated every 10 minutes. Check high-elevation cams for powder visibility and base-area cams for crowd levels before you head up.

Camera guide

Arosa Weisshorn2650m: Experience spectacular alpine views through this Arosa webcam positioned at Weisshorn summit at 2650 meters elevation. This Arosa live cam captures 360-degree panoramas across the connected ski domain, showcasing Arosa's legendary sunny bowl terrain and expansive intermediate slopes. Essential for monitoring snow conditions across the resort's diverse trail network, this live snow cam provides real-time visibility of upper mountain terrain, while this Arosa web cam reveals the pristine landscape that makes this Graubünden destination perfect for families and intermediates seeking uncrowded skiing in Switzerland's sunniest alpine region.
Parpaner Rothorn Lenzerheide2865m: Monitor conditions from the resort's highest point through this Lenzerheide webcam at Parpaner Rothorn at 2865 meters elevation. This Lenzerheide live cam offers unparalleled valley views and showcases challenging terrain for advanced skiers across the massive interconnected resort. Perfect for assessing upper mountain snow quality, this live snow cam captures breathtaking alpine scenery, while this Arosa Lenzerheide web cam demonstrates the impressive vertical drop and diverse skiing that makes this combined resort one of Switzerland's largest ski areas in the Grisons canton.
Arosa Hörnli2511m: Track snow conditions at Arosa's far corner through this strategic Arosa webcam positioned at Hörnli at 2511 meters elevation. This Arosa live cam reveals terrain variety and visibility across the resort's diverse mountain faces and hidden powder stashes. Essential for powder hunters exploring different aspects, this live snow cam shows real-time conditions on Arosa's quieter sectors, while this Arosa web cam helps visitors navigate the extensive trail network that makes this sunny Graubünden resort ideal for discovering uncrowded runs throughout the day.
Lenzerheide Urdenfürggli2543m: Experience commanding views through this Lenzerheide webcam at Urdenfürggli summit at 2543 meters elevation. This Arosa Lenzerheide webcam monitors conditions where the famous Urdenbahn connection links the two valleys, showcasing the resort's innovative infrastructure. Perfect for checking connectivity between sectors, this live snow cam captures the central mountain junction, while this Lenzerheide web cam demonstrates the seamless integration that makes this Switzerland's largest interconnected ski area with over 225 kilometers of trails.
Lenzerheide Piz Scalottas2323m: Monitor skiing conditions through this Lenzerheide live cam positioned at Piz Scalottas at 2323 meters elevation. This strategic Lenzerheide webcam captures excellent visibility across varied terrain and intermediate runs in the heart of the ski area. Essential for assessing snow quality throughout the day, this live snow cam shows real-time conditions on popular cruising slopes, while this Arosa Lenzerheide web cam reveals the welcoming intermediate terrain that attracts families to this sunny Grisons resort.
Churwalden Alp Pradaschier2323m: Check conditions at Churwalden sector through this Lenzerheide webcam at Alp Pradaschier at 2323 meters elevation. This Arosa Lenzerheide webcam updates every 10 minutes, showing snow quality across family-friendly terrain and accessible slopes. Perfect for monitoring beginner and intermediate zones, this live snow cam provides regular updates on this welcoming sector, while this Lenzerheide web cam helps families plan their day in this excellent learning area of Switzerland's largest interconnected resort.
Arosa Brüggerhorn2435m: Experience mountain vistas through this Arosa webcam at Brüggerhorn at 2435 meters elevation. This Arosa live cam provides essential visibility updates across varied terrain in the heart of Arosa's ski domain, showcasing the resort's signature bowl terrain. Essential for checking mid-mountain conditions, this live snow cam captures real-time weather patterns, while this Arosa web cam demonstrates the consistent sunshine and reliable snow that makes this Graubünden resort one of Switzerland's most pleasant skiing destinations year after year.
Arosa Tschuggen2048m: Monitor mid-mountain conditions through this Arosa webcam positioned at Tschuggen at 2048 meters elevation. This Arosa web cam captures intermediate terrain and provides crucial snow quality updates for family skiing areas across welcoming slopes. Perfect for assessing conditions on beginner-friendly runs, this live snow cam shows real-time visibility across accessible terrain, while this Arosa live cam reveals the gentle progression of slopes that makes this Swiss resort ideal for learning and progressing skiers in the sunny Grisons Alps.
Arosa Bear Sanctuary2048m: Discover unique alpine wildlife through this special Arosa live cam at the Bear Sanctuary at 2048 meters elevation. This distinctive Arosa webcam combines wildlife viewing with snow condition monitoring in a protected mountain environment, showcasing the resort's commitment to conservation. Perfect for families interested in both skiing and nature, this live snow cam captures the unique bear habitat, while this Arosa web cam demonstrates the environmental consciousness that makes this Graubünden destination special beyond just excellent skiing.
Arosa Hochwang1555m: Check base area conditions through this Arosa webcam at Hochwang near Triemel Restaurant at 1555 meters elevation. This Arosa live cam shows arrival activity and weather conditions in the resort's dining and accommodation zone at the valley entrance. Essential for monitoring base operations, this live snow cam captures current conditions at the resort entry point, while this Arosa web cam helps visitors assess arrival weather and parking availability at this charming car-free village in the Grisons Alps.
Lenzerheide Talstation Rothorn1506m: Monitor base operations through this Lenzerheide webcam at Rothorn base station at 1506 meters elevation. This essential Lenzerheide live cam shows lift operations, parking, and arrival conditions for accessing high-altitude terrain via the modern gondola system. Perfect for checking morning departure conditions, this live snow cam captures base area activity, while this Lenzerheide web cam helps visitors plan efficient access to the extensive trail network that makes Arosa Lenzerheide Switzerland's largest interconnected ski area.
Arosa Maran Alp Maran1775m: Experience mid-mountain dining area views through this Arosa webcam at Maran Alp at 1775 meters elevation. This Arosa web cam captures mountain restaurant activity and snow conditions across intermediate terrain, providing essential visibility for lunch planning. Perfect for monitoring mid-day conditions, this live snow cam shows the welcoming mountain hut atmosphere, while this Arosa live cam reveals the authentic Swiss alpine culture and traditional mountain hospitality that enhances the skiing experience at this Graubünden resort.
Arosa Village Obersee Lake1775m: Discover charming village atmosphere through this Arosa live cam near Obersee Lake at 1775 meters elevation. This scenic Arosa webcam shows the resort's Belle Époque character and lake views in the protected valley setting, capturing the historic architecture. Essential for appreciating the resort's cultural heritage, this live snow cam reveals the picturesque alpine village, while this Arosa web cam showcases the elegant traditional character and sophisticated ambiance that makes this car-free Grisons destination a beloved year-round retreat in the Swiss Alps.

Arosa Lenzerheide snow cams FAQ

How often do Arosa Lenzerheide snow cams update?

All Arosa Lenzerheide snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at Arosa Lenzerheide.

Which Arosa Lenzerheide webcam shows the best powder conditions?

The high-elevation Parpaner Rothorn Lenzerheide webcam at 2,865m provides the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These Arosa Lenzerheide webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.

Can I see Arosa Lenzerheide lift queues on the webcams?

Yes. Multiple Arosa Lenzerheide snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations, helping you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.

When is the best time to check Arosa Lenzerheide snow cams?

Check Arosa Lenzerheide webcams early morning (7-8am) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather. The live cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder.

How can I check current conditions before buying Arosa Lenzerheide lift tickets?

Use our Arosa Lenzerheide webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.

Do Arosa Lenzerheide webcams work on mobile devices?

Yes. All Arosa Lenzerheide snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing, so you can check live conditions from anywhere using your phone or tablet.

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