Grächen

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Location

Visp
Switzerland
46° 11' 45.24" N, 7° 50' 20.04" E
CH
General info: 

The Valaisian winter-sports paradise of Grächen-St. Niklaus is ideal for anyone who loves snow. Perched on a magnificent sunwashed plateau (1,620 m above sea level) just short of Zermatt, it offers fantastic views of the highest Alpine peaks in Valais.

BASE: 5311ft
SUMMIT: 9409ft
VERTICAL DROP: 4094ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 12
Gondolas: 1
Chairs: 5
Surface: 6

Costs: 

DAY PASS ADULTS weekday: CHF54.00
DAY PASS CHILDREN weekday: CHF32.00
6 DAYS ADULTS: CHF340.00
6 DAYS CHILDREN: CHF161.00

We recommend to confirm the latest prices from the resorts website as the prices might have changed after last update.

Interesting places nearby

Bramans, village of Haute Maurienne in Savoie, near the Italian border, settled on the antic Roman way which crossed the Small Mont-Cenis and the Col Clappier.

The ski area Rauris is located in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. The very appealing location of the ski area amidst the stunning landscape of the Raurisertal makes for interesting activities also away from the slopes.

The ski area Braunlage – Wurmberg is suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers. The Mount Wurmberg possesses Northern Germany’s latest skyride. There are numerous slopes suitable for all levels of difficulty.

The ski area Breitenberg-Hochalpe is the largest and most snow reliable ski area in the Ostallgäu. A modern skyride takes you to the ski circuit Hochalp on an altitude of 1200 m to 1600 m.

Brides-les-bains, experience the 3 Valleys in a new way: fresh air, cosy and friendly atmosphere, far from the purpose-built and crowded areas.

Located high above Lake Brienz, the Axalp ski area is snow-sure with varied terrain and alternatives including a sledge run and natural ice rink.

BASE: 4593ft
SUMMIT: 6561ft
VERTICAL DROP: 1968ft