Grächen

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Resort Overview

Family excellence defines Grächen, where Switzerland's most comprehensive children's program "Famigros" operates alongside 42km of predominantly intermediate terrain. This thoughtfully developed destination combines gentle learning zones with confidence-building progression runs, all within a remarkably safe skiing environment designed specifically for family enjoyment. Beyond standard pistes, the area features snow parks, dedicated sledding runs, and specialised children's facilities creating diverse winter experiences beyond conventional skiing. The pedestrian village centre maintains authentic Valais architecture with blackened timber buildings housing welcoming accommodations and restaurants. This balanced development successfully preserves mountain character while providing modern amenities in a resort that consistently ranks among Switzerland's most family-friendly winter destinations.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

44km

27.3 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

20%

Intermediate

75%

Advanced

Expert

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Grächen Lift System

The sunny side of the Matter Valley houses Grächen, positioned approximately 200km from Geneva and just 30km from Visp in the Upper Valais region of southwestern Switzerland. This privileged location combines excellent mountain scenery with surprising solar exposure, as the village occupies a natural south-facing terrace at 1,620m elevation. Unlike neighbouring Zermatt with its international development, Grächen maintains traditional character through preserved architecture and continued agricultural practices in surrounding areas. The dramatic Alpine landscape features views toward the 4,000m peaks of the Mischabel range, including the Dom—Switzerland's highest mountain situated entirely within its borders. This spectacular setting provides an impressive backdrop for a resort that specialises in family-friendly winter experiences.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

Quad Chair

T-Bar

Gondola

8-Person Chair

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Location & Getting There

Efficiency without excess characterises Grächen's lift system, where 14 installations serve varied terrain with a focus on family-friendly operation. The network includes modern chairlifts and surface lifts strategically positioned to create natural learning progression throughout the resort. This thoughtful design allows beginners to advance systematically through increasingly challenging sectors without intimidating transitions between areas. From village base to panoramic summits, vertical drops approaching 1,000m deliver satisfying descents without extreme steepness, creating ideal conditions for developing confidence throughout a ski holiday. The lift system's integration with specialised children's areas demonstrates the resort's family-focused philosophy, where infrastructure serves recreational enjoyment rather than extreme terrain challenges.

Grächen

, switzerland

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⛷️ Season opens Dec 14, 2025

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Season Info

When winter blankets the Matter Valley from December through April, Grächen transforms into a family-focused ski destination with particularly reliable conditions from January through March. The area benefits from its sheltered position beneath the Mischabel mountain range, which frequently captures substantial snowfall when systems move along the Upper Valais region. The predominantly southeast-facing slopes receive abundant sunshine during clear periods while maintaining good snow quality due to the elevation advantage, with most terrain situated above 1,600m. Modern snowmaking complements natural precipitation across 42km of pistes, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season. This reliability makes Grächen particularly appealing during holiday periods, when families value dependable skiing without the extreme crowds affecting nearby international destinations.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

12/14/2025

Closing Day

3/30/2026

Days Open

107

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