Saas Fee
Surrounded by thirteen 4,000-meter peaks, Saas-Fee captures the essence of Alpine majesty with its car-free village and year-round glacier skiing. Known for its remarkable altitude range from 1,800 to 3,600 meters, the resort offers 100 kilometers of immaculately maintained pistes. The dramatic backdrop of towering peaks and glaciers creates an unforgettable setting for winter sports, while the preserved medieval village core maintains authentic Swiss mountain culture.
Live Saas Fee Webcams
Mittelallalin
Towering high above Saas Fee this webcam shows the conditions at the peak of the resort.
The resort's cutting-edge lift system features 22 installations that efficiently serve all mountain sectors. The Metro Alpin, the world's highest underground funicular, transports skiers to 3,500 meters for spectacular glacier skiing. The advanced three-stage lift system from the village provides swift access to the Allalin glacier, while multiple high-speed chairlifts and gondolas ensure minimal waiting times across the entire domain.
Saas Fee Resort Elevation
Trails
Total Runs
48
Total Area
100km
62.1 miles
Location
Tucked into a high mountain valley in Switzerland's Valais region, Saas-Fee sits three hours from Geneva or two hours from Milan. The car-free village preserves its traditional character with narrow streets, timber buildings, and horse-drawn sleighs. Electric buses and vehicles provide quiet, clean transport throughout the resort. The combination of modern amenities with strict architectural controls maintains the authentic atmosphere of a traditional Swiss mountain community, while offering all contemporary comforts expected by international visitors.
Saas Fee
, switzerland
Season Info
Saas-Fee's high-altitude position and glacier skiing guarantee exceptional snow reliability from July through April, making it one of the Alps' longest-running ski destinations. The winter season peaks from December through April, offering pristine conditions across all elevations. The glacier area maintains skiing through summer, while the north-facing slopes hold snow remarkably well throughout the main season, ensuring consistent quality from the highest runs to the village.
Current Season
2024 - 2025
Opening Day
7/7/2024
Closing Day
4/26/2025
Days Open
294
Annual Snowfall
Metric
8m
800cm
Imperial
26.2ft
315in
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