Switzerland
Verbier
Freeride capital of the 4 Vallées
Official website- Top elevation
- 3,330 m
- Vertical
- 1,830 m
- Season
- Dec – Apr
- Level
- intermediate, advanced
Why we love it
Home of the Freeride World Tour finals. Mont Fort's steeps, a huge linked area and a village that knows how to celebrate a good day.
Getting there
Geneva Airport is the closest major airport, about 160 km and two hours by road. By train, go from Geneva to Martigny, change onto the St-Bernard Express to Le Châble and take the gondola up to Verbier. Zurich is around three and a half hours away.
Who it's for
Verbier is built for confident intermediates, experts and freeriders. Mont Fort, Mont Gelé and the Tortin itinerary are some of the most famous runs in the Alps, and the off-piste is huge if you go with a guide. Beginners and families are better off on the gentler slopes of Les Esserts, Savoleyres and La Tzoumaz.
Best time to go
January to March brings the most reliable snow. Mont Fort's glacier tops out at 3,330 m, so the high runs stay good into April, while the lower slopes towards Le Châble can thin out early and late in the season. Come in late March to catch the Freeride World Tour finals on the Bec des Rosses.
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Verbier FAQ
Is Verbier good for beginners?
Verbier is best known for steep and off-piste skiing, but beginners can learn at the Les Esserts area right by the village and progress on the wide, gentle runs at Savoleyres and La Tzoumaz.
How do I get to Verbier?
Fly into Geneva, then it's about two hours by car or transfer. By train, go via Martigny to Le Châble and take the gondola up to Verbier.
How big is the ski area in Verbier?
Verbier is part of the 4 Vallées, one of the biggest linked ski areas in Switzerland, with over 400 km of pistes connecting Verbier, Nendaz, Veysonnaz and Thyon.
When is the ski season in Verbier?
The season usually runs from early December to late April. January to March has the most reliable snow conditions.
Can I rent skis in Verbier?
Yes. You can book skis, snowboards and boots online with Skiset and pick them up at a shop in Verbier. Ski rental with Skiset
