Klewenalp Stockhütte
40km of piste above Lake Lucerne. 1,199-1,938m elevation, 15 lifts, CHF 58 day pass. Family terrain in Nidwalden, Switzerland.
Season 2026 - 2027
Opens
19 Dec 2026
Closes
21 Mar 2027
Days open
92
Annual snow
4m
The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
Klewenalp Stockhütte operates across 40 kilometres of piste between 1,199 and 1,938 metres elevation, with 739 metres of vertical drop spread over 17 marked runs in the Canton of Nidwalden. The terrain splits 38 per cent beginner and 63 per cent intermediate, creating a family-focused profile above the southern shore of Lake Lucerne. Annual snowfall averages 4.3 metres, with north and east-facing slopes preserving snow quality through the season. Day tickets cost CHF 58, and the resort participates in the Schneepass Zentralschweiz covering 15 central Swiss areas for CHF 695.
The ski area divides between two access points: Klewenalp reached via aerial tramway from Beckenried, and Stockhütte served by gondola from Emmetten. Slopes favour progression, with wide intermediate cruisers dominating the Klewenalp sector and gentler terrain around Stockhütte. The Klewenstock summit at 1,938 metres anchors the upper area, whilst the 9-kilometre toboggan run claims status as central Switzerland's longest. Off-piste possibilities exist between prepared runs when conditions allow.
The dual-village base creates a relaxed atmosphere distinct from purpose-built resorts, with Beckenried sitting lakeside at 435 metres and Emmetten perched higher at 780 metres. Mountain restaurants include Alpstubli, Tannibüel and the PanoramaBar, all capitalising on panoramic views across Lake Lucerne to the Rigi massif opposite. Crowds remain moderate outside peak weekends, and the 44-kilometre cross-country network adds winter variety beyond alpine skiing.
Access via Swiss Travel Pass includes Klewenalp's cable car at no surcharge, positioning the resort within easy day-trip range of Lucerne and Zurich. The 2025-26 season ran 14 December to 22 March, typical for this elevation band. The terrain suits intermediates seeking mileage without intimidation, families requiring varied progression zones, and skiers prioritising lake views over vertical extremes or expert challenge.
739m
Vertical
17
Runs
40 km
Piste
4m
Annual snow
The Terrain
17 runs across 40 km of piste
Klewenalp Stockhütte spreads 17 runs across 40 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 63%, with 6 beginner runs to find your feet.
Terrain split
17
runs
17 runs across 4 grades
Beginner6 runs · 38%
Intermediate11 runs · 63%
Advanced0 runs · -1%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Klewenalp Stockhütte
The 2025-26 season opened 14 December 2025 and closed 22 March 2026, delivering 99 operating days typical for this mid-elevation central Swiss profile. Neighbouring resorts Stoos and Neusell occasionally open earlier following heavy November snowfall, as occurred in November 2024 when Klewenalp advanced its scheduled start. Season length remains dependent on natural accumulation at the 1,199-metre base elevation, with no artificial snowmaking limiting early or late-season extension of lower runs.
Annual snowfall averages 4.3 metres at mid-mountain elevations, with north and east-facing aspects preserving cover longer than sun-exposed sectors. The position above Lake Lucerne creates microclimate effects: winter inversions frequently leave the resort above valley fog, whilst the lake's thermal influence occasionally moderates extreme cold. Current base depth reached 80 centimetres in mid-season 2025-26, following 46 centimetres in the prior week and 335 centimetres season-total accumulation. Reliable coverage typically establishes by late December and holds through mid-March at upper elevations.
January through early March offers optimal timing, with consistent coverage, stable temperatures and fewer fog days than December. Weekends draw Zurich and Lucerne day-trippers; midweek visits encounter lighter crowds. Spring conditions arrive by late March when south-facing terrain softens, though shaded upper runs maintain quality longer. The resort's intermediate focus means powder gets tracked quickly on-piste after fresh snowfall, but off-piste stashes linger in less-travelled zones between marked runs.
No night skiing operates, and the events calendar remains modest compared to larger resorts, emphasising family programming over competitive racing or freestyle competitions. The Schneepass Zentralschweiz provides access during each member resort's operating window, meaning passholders can chase snow across the 15-area network as seasonal conditions shift between December and April across varying elevation bands.
Season 2026 - 2027
19 Dec 2026
Opens
21 Mar 2027
Closes
92
Days open
4 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Klewenalp Stockhütte, and where to stay
Klewenalp Stockhütte sits in the Canton of Nidwalden on Lake Lucerne's southern shore, with base access from Beckenried at 435 metres and Emmetten at 780 metres. The resort lies 20 kilometres south of Lucerne, 50 kilometres from Zurich, and occupies mountainous terrain rising directly from the lake through alpine pasture to the 1,938-metre Klewenstock summit. The panoramic position overlooks Vierwaldstättersee's Urnersee basin, with views north to the Rigi massif and across water to Vitznau and Weggis opposite.
Beckenried serves as the primary gateway, positioned where the A2 motorway's exit 35 provides direct access from the Basel-Gotthard route. The village sits immediately north of the 9.3-kilometre Seelisberg Tunnel, completed in 1980 as Switzerland's second-longest road tunnel. Emmetten occupies higher terrain reached via the winding Emmetten-Beckenried road. Both villages retain traditional Innerschweiz architecture and agricultural character rather than purpose-built resort infrastructure, with hotels, restaurants and services integrated into existing settlements dating centuries.
The A2 motorway links Basel 180 kilometres north and Chiasso 150 kilometres south, placing Klewenalp on the primary north-south axis through the St Gotthard. Drive time from Lucerne measures 20 minutes via the A2 southbound to exit Beckenried. From Zurich, the journey covers 72 kilometres in roughly 50 minutes via the A4 to Brunnen, then A2 southbound. Public transport requires rail to Stans, then bus 311 to Beckenried, totalling 35 minutes from Lucerne or 2.5 hours from Zurich including connections.
Zurich Airport lies 93 kilometres northeast, approximately 90 minutes by car or 2 hours 50 minutes by train-bus-gondola combination. Bern Airport sits 120 kilometres west. Rail passengers reach Stans station on the Lucerne-Engelberg line, connecting to Beckenried via AutoPostal bus 311 departing hourly. Lake Lucerne passenger ships stop at Beckenried's landing stage, offering scenic but slower connections from Lucerne requiring 1 hour 15 minutes. The Swiss Travel Pass covers both the Beckenried-Klewenalp tramway and Emmetten-Stockhütte gondola without surcharge.
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Klewenalp Stockhütte Snow Report
Snow Report
Updated 15 Sept 2026
1938m
summit
+0cm
new snow · last 24 hours
Mainly Clear11°C / 18°C · SW 9km/h
Snowfall
24 hours
0cm
48 hours
0cm
7 days
0cm
Base depth
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Season total
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Total lifts15
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19 Dec 2026 - 21 Mar 2027
Hour by Hour
Next 44 hours· Updated Sep 15, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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7-Day Outlook
1,938 mUpdated Sep 15, 2026 at 6:02 PMOpen-Meteo
Days 1–7
0.0cm
Days 8–14
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Tue, Sept 15
Overcast
Temp18° / 11°°C
Snow0.0cm
Wind9 km/h SW
Live snow from the resort feed; forecast from Open-Meteo, via Supabase.
Understanding the Klewenalp Stockhütte snow report
Track current conditions at Klewenalp Stockhütte in Switzerland. This report covers snowfall totals, base and summit depth, and the forecast across 17 runs.
Snow measurements
Base depth, summit depth, and recent snowfall are the core numbers to watch. At Klewenalp Stockhütte, summit conditions (1938m) can differ noticeably from the base, so we break both out separately rather than showing a single average.
Weather conditions
Current weather conditions affect snow quality. Cold temperatures with low wind typically preserve snow quality, while warm temperatures or rain can impact conditions negatively — something worth watching closely at Klewenalp Stockhütte's 1199m base elevation, where temperatures run milder than the summit.
Data sources
Klewenalp Stockhütte snow data is collected through a combination of on-mountain reports and weather forecasting services, giving you both official resort updates and independent forecast data in one place. The mountain is served by 15 lifts, including an aerial tram and a quad chairlift.
When to check
Snow reports are typically updated early morning and late afternoon. For the most current conditions, check back regularly, especially if a winter storm is approaching.