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    Switzerland, Europe

    LAAX

    LAAX Switzerland: 214km pistes, 1,918m vertical, world's largest halfpipe. Graubünden glacier skiing 1,100-3,018m elevation.

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    Week of 1 Nov

    Dry fortnight ahead for Switzerland

    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    28 Nov 2026
    Closes
    11 Apr 2027
    Days open
    134
    Annual snow
    4.9m
    Snow record
    47cm
    2026-27 so far
    10% of a typical winter489cm
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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.

    LAAX spans 1,100 to 3,018 metres across the Vorab Glacier in Graubünden, with 214 kilometres of piste and 1,918 metres of vertical drop linking three villages. The resort distributes 55 runs into 40% beginner, 35% intermediate, 20% advanced and 5% expert terrain, whilst 70% of the ski area sits above 2,000 metres for reliable snow conditions. Five snowparks centred on Crap Sogn Gion include the world's largest halfpipe at 200 metres long and 7 metres high, earning LAAX the title of World's Best Freestyle Resort nine consecutive times. The resort operates no multi-resort pass but offers a standalone season pass, with the 2025-26 season running 18 November to 12 April.

    The terrain spreads across three distinct sectors accessed from Flims, Laax and Falera villages. Intermediates cruise 80 kilometres of blue and red runs between Nagens and Alp Dado, whilst advanced riders test the Vorab Glacier steeps and marked freeride routes around Cassons. The longest descent drops 1,700 metres over 17 kilometres from La Siala to Flims, whilst the FIS-certified Fatschas run challenges racers over 5 kilometres. Beginners progress on high-altitude nursery slopes at Foppa and sunny Crap Sogn Gion, avoiding valley bottlenecks.

    Crap Sogn Gion at 2,216 metres forms the resort's central hub, where the modernist GALAAXY building houses two aerial tramway stations and a mountain hotel. The atmosphere skews younger and freestyle-focused, with freestylers congregating at Caffé NoName beside the halfpipe. Rocksresort at Laax Murschetg base provides slopeside lodging, whilst traditional Flims offers family-friendly infrastructure and Falera remains the quietest option. The P60 park and Olympic-sized Pro Kicker Line draw international competitors for the annual LAAX OPEN each January.

    LAAX suits confident intermediates seeking varied cruising terrain and freestylers at any level, from first park features to professional competition. Advanced skiers find adequate off-piste around the glacier and marked itineraries, though the resort's reputation centres on parks rather than extreme freeride. Families benefit from three separate beginner zones and the Ami Sabi children's programme, whilst the high elevation guarantees consistent conditions from early season through spring. Those seeking traditional Alpine charm may find the resort's contemporary design and freestyle culture less appealing than classic Swiss villages.

    1918m
    Vertical
    55
    Runs
    214 km
    Piste
    4.9m
    Annual snow
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    The Terrain

    55 runs across 214 km of piste

    LAAX stretches 214 kilometres of piste across 55 runs, with 1,918 metres of vertical between the 3,018-metre Vorab summit and Flims at 1,100 metres. The grading leans gentle, at 40% beginner and 35% intermediate, leaving 20% advanced and 5% expert. Thirteen gondolas and two aerial trams do the heavy lifting, backed by five six-seat chairs, two quads, eight T-bars and five surface lifts. Around 8 metres of snow falls each year, and the glacier above Vorab keeps the upper slopes dependable. Strong intermediates get the best of it, linking Flims, Laax and Falera on long, flowing cruisers.

    The marquee descent is La Siala, which runs from roughly 2,810 metres down to Flims, a drop of around 1,700 metres. Tougher options include the black Sattel run from Vorab and the Platt'Alva itinerary from Nagens, while the glacier steeps and marked freeride routes around Cassons give advanced skiers an off-piste step up. Racers get the FIS downhill course from Crap Sogn Gion to Laax-Murschetg. Crap Sogn Gion also anchors the freestyle scene, with a halfpipe and several parks. Snowboarders, freestylers and mixed-ability groups will suit it better than pure expert chasers.

    Terrain split
    55
    runs
    55 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner22 runs · 40%
    Intermediate19 runs · 35%
    Advanced11 runs · 20%
    Expert3 runs · 5%
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    Time it right

    When to visit LAAX

    The 2025-26 winter season operates 18 November 2025 to 12 April 2026, delivering 146 days of lift access. Early-season skiing typically begins on the Vorab Glacier before spreading resort-wide as natural snowfall accumulates. The resort historically opens weekends in November before full daily operations commence mid-December, closing in late April depending on conditions. LAAX ranks amongst Switzerland's most reliable areas for season length due to high elevation.

    Annual snowfall averages between 445 and 720 centimetres depending on measurement location and methodology. The summit elevation at 3,018 metres accumulates average snow depths of 222 centimetres mid-season, peaking at 300 centimetres in March. Base elevation at 1,100 metres maintains 29 centimetres average depth, with 80 snow cannons covering 20 kilometres of lower runs. The high proportion of terrain above 2,000 metres ensures coverage even in lean winters. January typically delivers the snowiest weeks with 132 centimetres monthly accumulation.

    January and February offer peak powder conditions with 3-4 snowy days per week, whilst March combines reliable depth with increasing sunshine averaging 21 sunny days monthly. December provides early-season value before holiday crowds, and April delivers spring conditions with soft afternoon snow. The Vorab Glacier maintains skiable snow into spring when lower sectors soften. The resort benefits from northern weather patterns that deliver snowfall when southern Swiss areas remain dry.

    The LAAX OPEN draws international freestyle competitors each January, featuring FIS World Cup slopestyle and halfpipe events with night finals held Saturday evenings. Friday night skiing runs throughout winter on the Curnius run with floodlighting until 2115 hours, costing CHF 22 adults. Full moon descents with dinner operate select dates, departing Crap Sogn Gion after dark. The resort's freestyle calendar includes The Brits championships and regular park events, whilst the Freestyle Academy operates year-round for indoor training.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    28 Nov 2026
    Opens
    11 Apr 2027
    Closes
    134
    Days open
    4.9 m
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at LAAX

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

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

    Getting to LAAX, and where to stay

    LAAX occupies the Surselva region of canton Graubünden in southeastern Switzerland, spread across three villages at 1,100-1,200 metres in a sunny plateau above the Rhine valley. The resort sits 21 kilometres west of Chur, the cantonal capital, with the villages of Flims, Laax and Falera forming a continuous ski area beneath the Vorab massif. The area lies within the Glarus Alps, positioned where northern weather systems deposit consistent snowfall. The resort faces south with extensive above-treeline terrain.

    Flims serves as the largest village with direct lift access and family-oriented infrastructure, whilst Laax centres on the contemporary Rocksresort development at Murschetg base. Falera remains the smallest and quietest hamlet at 1,200 metres elevation, a short distance from its chairlift. Chur, 30 minutes by road, offers historic old town architecture and regional transport connections. The UNESCO-listed Tectonic Arena Sardona geological formation lies accessible via the new FlemXpress gondola system. Lake Cauma near Flims provides summer recreation.

    By road, motorway A13/E43 exits at Reichenau near Chur, continuing 11 kilometres west on route 19 to Flims and Laax. The drive from Zurich covers 145-155 kilometres in approximately 1 hour 40 minutes without traffic. From Italy or eastern Switzerland, the A13 provides straightforward access, whilst the minor Lukmanier Pass road offers a scenic alternative via Disentis. Switzerland charges a flat CHF 40 annual motorway vignette. Parking exists at all three base stations, with covered options in select locations.

    Zurich Airport (ZRH) lies 145 kilometres north, representing the primary international gateway. Train connections run twice hourly from Zurich to Chur in 1 hour 15 minutes, followed by Postbus 81 completing the final 33 kilometres in 30 minutes, with total journey time around 2 hours 45 minutes. The train-bus connection synchronises to minimise waiting. Friedrichshafen Airport in Germany, Innsbruck, Milan Malpensa and Basel serve as alternative gateways. Private transfers and express buses operate during peak season, with the express bus departing Zurich Airport at 1300 hours on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

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    Updated 7 Nov 2026
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    Season total
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    Typical winter 489cm
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    Total lifts35

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    28 Nov 2026 - 11 Apr 2027

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    Next 40 hours· Updated Nov 7, 2026 at 5:02 AM
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    7-Day Outlook

    2,634 mUpdated Nov 7, 2026 at 5:02 AMOpen-Meteo

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    Slight Snow Showers
    Temp-3° / -5°°C
    Snow0.0cm(48%)
    Wind3 km/h E

    Live snow from the resort feed; forecast from Open-Meteo, via Supabase.

    Understanding the LAAX snow report

    See what's happening on the mountain at LAAX right now — snowfall, snow depth, and weather data to help you plan your day in Switzerland.

    Snow measurements

    Base depth, summit depth, and recent snowfall are the core numbers to watch. At LAAX, summit conditions (3018m) can differ noticeably from the base, so we break both out separately rather than showing a single average.

    Weather conditions

    Wind and temperature swings matter as much as fresh snowfall. Cold, calm conditions hold snow quality well, while wind-loading or a warm-up can change things quickly — especially given the elevation spread between LAAX's base and summit.

    Data sources

    We pull LAAX's conditions from on-the-ground mountain reporting, then layer in forecast data so you get a fuller picture than either source alone. The mountain is served by 35 lifts, including 2 aerial trams and 2 quad chairlifts.

    When to check

    The biggest swings usually happen right after a storm. Check LAAX's report in the morning for the freshest numbers, and again in the afternoon as conditions evolve.

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