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    Switzerland, Europe

    Obersaxen ​Mundaun

    120km pistes, 1,109m vertical, 4 peaks in Graubünden. Carlo Janka's home mountain 40km from Chur. Season: 20 Dec-6 Apr 2026.

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    Week of 8 Nov

    Quiet start, light Valais snow, then a major storm builds

    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    18 Dec 2026
    Closes
    4 Apr 2027
    Days open
    107
    Annual snow
    1.7m
    Snow record
    43cm
    2026-27 so far
    26% of a typical winter169cm
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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.

    Obersaxen Mundaun spreads across 120 kilometres of piste between 1,201 and 2,310 metres elevation, delivering 1,109 metres of vertical drop. The ski circuit connects the sunny slopes of Val Lumnezia with the varied terrain of Obersaxen across four peaks: Piz Mundaun, Stein, Hitzeggen and Piz Sezner. With 50 per cent beginner, 33 per cent intermediate and 17 per cent advanced terrain, the resort suits progression-focused skiers. The resort receives 430 centimetres of annual snowfall, supplemented by 297 snow cannons covering 29 kilometres of piste.

    The terrain layout favours wide, open slopes above 1,500 metres with north-facing exposure preserving snow quality through spring. The 15-kilometre run from Piz Sezner to Vella descends 1,010 metres, making it one of Switzerland's longer single descents. The Carlo Janka Piste from Stein to Kartitscha honours the resort's most famous resident, the 2010 Olympic giant slalom champion and World Cup overall winner. Off-piste options flank the Wali-Piz Sezner chairlift for confident skiers.

    The scattered hamlets of Meierhof, Vella, Valata and Surcuolm maintain a quiet, local atmosphere. Seventeen mountain restaurants serve the ski area, with Restaurant Wali noted for its sun terrace. The Rufalipark in Misanenga offers family entertainment beyond skiing. This is skiing without queues or international crowds, attracting locals from Chur and those seeking uncrowded Swiss terrain.

    The resort sits 40 kilometres from Chur in the Surselva region of Graubünden. Season pass holders from other Swiss and international resorts receive day tickets at half price. The 2025-26 season runs from 20 December to 6 April. The resort appeals to families seeking wide beginner terrain, intermediates wanting varied cruising, and Swiss locals avoiding the larger Flims-Laax circuit 25 kilometres west.

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    The Terrain

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    Obersaxen Mundaun spreads 120 kilometres of piste across the Surselva, with 1,109 metres of vertical between the 2,310-metre top and the 1,201-metre base. Half the terrain is beginner, 33% intermediate and 17% advanced, with nothing graded expert. Three six-seat chairs, four quads, two triples and three T-bars carry skiers up, and extensive snowmaking backs up natural cover on the lower slopes. Queues are rare even in school holidays, and the sunny, wide-open layout rewards skiers who like to cover ground without fighting for lift space or crowds.

    The Four Peaks circuit links Piz Mundaun, Hitzeggen, Stein and Piz Sezner, giving broad, open pistes with long views across the Alps. The longest run, from Piz Sezner to Vella, covers about 15 kilometres, while the Carlo Janka run is the steepest but short at roughly 1 kilometre. Valley runs drop to villages including Lumbrein, Vignogn, Luven and Flond, which then need a ski bus back. There is some off-piste beside the Wali-Piz Sezner chairlift for confident skiers. Families and relaxed cruisers suit it best, with a few challenges for advanced skiers.

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    Time it right

    When to visit Obersaxen ​Mundaun

    The 2025-26 season opens on 20 December 2025 and closes on 6 April 2026, providing a 108-day operating window. Typical season length runs mid-December through early April depending on snowfall. The base at 1,201 metres and summit at 2,310 metres offer reliable snow conditions throughout winter. Average season totals reach 430 centimetres, with most terrain above 1,500 metres benefiting from northern exposure.

    The second week of January typically delivers the snowiest conditions, averaging 3.4 snowy days with 32 centimetres of accumulation. February offers the deepest base, with 91 centimetres at summit and 49 centimetres at base elevation. Average snow depths during peak season reach 76 centimetres at the summit and 39 centimetres at base. The resort reports 51 sunny days per season on average, with March recording the most sunshine at 14 days.

    January through March provides optimal timing for powder and consistent coverage. The north-facing aspect preserves snow quality into April, when spring conditions and longer days attract touring skiers. December opening depends on early-season snowfall and snowmaking on the 29 kilometres of equipped piste. Quieter periods occur in early December and late March when neighbouring resorts face similar conditions.

    Cross-country skiing operates on 18 kilometres of trails in Obersaxen, Lumnezia and Mundaun at approximately 1,300 metres elevation. The 1.6-kilometre Foppa trail at Flond runs illuminated until 21:00 for evening sessions. Six toboggan runs totalling 15 kilometres operate when snow permits. The Cuolm Sura to Surcuolm sledge run remains the most reliable for transport via the Valata chairlift.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    18 Dec 2026
    Opens
    4 Apr 2027
    Closes
    107
    Days open
    1.7 m
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at Obersaxen ​Mundaun

    Daily snow reports at Obersaxen ​Mundaun go back to 2017, 10 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.

    90 cm
    Snowiest day
    28 Jan 2021
    43 cm
    This winter · 2026-27
    so far
    169 cm
    Typical winter
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    Getting there

    Getting to Obersaxen ​Mundaun, and where to stay

    Obersaxen Mundaun occupies a 12-kilometre sun terrace on the northern face of the Mundaun mountain chain in Graubünden's Surselva region. The scattered hamlets sit between 1,072 and 1,430 metres on a high plateau south of the Vorderrhein river. Obersaxen forms a German-speaking Walser enclave within the predominantly Romansh-speaking Surselva valley. The municipalities of Obersaxen and Mundaun merged in January 2016 to form the current administrative unit.

    The town of Ilanz sits nine kilometres north in the Vorderrhein valley, offering supermarkets, banks and services. Chur, the cantonal capital and Switzerland's oldest town, lies 40 kilometres northeast with rail connections throughout Graubünden. The resort neighbours Flims-Laax-Falera 25 kilometres west and Brigels 10 kilometres northeast. Twenty-eight settlements spread across five Pirten districts around the central village of Meierhof.

    Road access follows the A13 motorway to Reichenau-Tamins, then cantonal roads through Ilanz to the resort base areas. Driving time from Zurich measures approximately 1 hour 45 minutes covering 158 kilometres. From Chur, the 40-kilometre drive takes 35 minutes via Ilanz. Basel sits 242 kilometres away with a 2 hour 40 minute drive time. Free parking operates at Meierhof, Vella and Valata base stations.

    Zurich Airport lies 165 kilometres distant with a 2 hour 6 minute transfer. St Gallen-Altenrhein Airport sits 97 minutes away. Friedrichshafen and Lugano airports serve the region within three hours. Train service via Rhätische Bahn connects Chur to Ilanz in 35 minutes, where Postauto buses serve Meierhof, Vella and Valata base stations. Bus frequency suits ski touring but car access offers greater flexibility for scattered accommodation.

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    Typical winter 169cm
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    18 Dec 2026 - 4 Apr 2027

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    Snow1.1cm(98%)
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    Understanding the Obersaxen ​Mundaun snow report

    Planning a day at Obersaxen ​Mundaun? Our snow report combines official mountain data with live weather so you know exactly what conditions look like right now, from the 1201m base to the 2310m summit.

    Snow measurements

    Snow depth at Obersaxen ​Mundaun is tracked at both the base and summit, since the two elevations often see different totals — roughly a 1109m difference here. We report fresh snowfall over the last 24 hours and 7 days alongside the running season total, in both metric and imperial units.

    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 Obersaxen ​Mundaun's base and summit.

    Data sources

    Obersaxen ​Mundaun 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 12 lifts, including 4 quad chairlifts and 3 6-person chairlifts.

    When to check

    Conditions can change overnight, so mornings and late afternoons are the best times to check back on Obersaxen ​Mundaun.

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