Slopes

The Grächen ski area offers winter sports enthusiasts an impressive piste experience with a total of 44 kilometers of perfectly groomed pistes. These slopes are divided into different levels of difficulty: 9 km are easy (20 %), 33 km are medium (75 %) and 2 km are difficult (5 %).

The varied slopes are ideal for a wide range of skiers, from beginners and leisure skiers to experienced professionals.

Grächen is highlighted for its top slope preparation!

There are special areas for families and children, such as the Dwarf Paradise, the Talent Forge and the Family Park.

In addition, a Family Funslope offers fun for young and old to practise their skiing and snowboarding skills. Squealing with delight over steep bends, through a tunnel or down over waves? You can put your sporting skills to the test on the fun line. It offers fun skiing variety for young and old – the action you’ve been longing for on your skiing vacation in Grächen.

There is also a race line: How fast are you on the slopes? Compete with friends or family on the race line! Experience your personal “moment of fame” with your turns – and then watch it online via your ski pass. Almost like the ski stars on TV!

The freestyle line is also new: cool shaped kickers in sizes S and M await in the separate, snow-covered zone. Here snow bunnies of all levels can have fun and practise their skills. The rail park at the end of the freestyle line in the middle of the mountain scenery will make your heart beat faster.

The “Paradiesli – Bärgji” black piste is a particularly challenging descent with a length of 2.0 km.

The ski area is also known for its guaranteed snow.

You are welcome to improve your snowboarding and skiing skills at the Valais Snowsports School or the Swiss Ski School.

Systems and lifts

The Grächen ski area has 11 lifts. The lifts include 1 gondola lift, 3 chairlifts, 5 T-bar lifts and 3 magic carpets or conveyor belts.

One highlight is the unique fairytale gondola lift that runs from the village up to Hannigalp. Some gondolas are beautifully decorated and tell fairy tales during the ride.

The Hannigalp cable car takes you comfortably up to 2,114 meters above sea level, and from there further lifts take you even higher up into the Seetal region, up to 2,864 meters above sea level.

Piste map as PDF

Culinary delights

The Hannigalp family mountain restaurant

The modern Hannigalp mountain restaurant is known for its family-friendliness. In the self-service restaurant you can enjoy fine Swiss classics in a relaxed atmosphere. And after the meal? Off to “SiSu Cloudland”! The little ones can really let off steam in the cool indoor playground. During the winter season, they are well looked after in the day nursery – for a relaxing vacation in Grächen!

The Hannighüsli mountain restaurant

In winter, the Hannighüsli mountain restaurant spoils you with fine cuisine in a cozy, rustic ambience – including a sun terrace and fantastic views of the mountains. Look forward to a first-class combination of traditional Valais cuisine and international specialties. Vegetarians also get their money’s worth here!

Restaurant zum See

On the Alpe, ski directly to the Restaurant zum See and then back down to the valley slope. Quality, warmth and modern, creative cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients await you at the Restaurant zum See. #feelhome www.zum-see.ch

Night & Day Bar

Almost at the bottom of the valley station you will find the legendary après-ski bar Night & Day. The bar not only offers liquid refreshments but also delicious food throughout the day. www.nightday-bar.ch

Paletti

Yummy Food & Tasty Drinks – the Paletti lives up to its motto right by the valley station! Popular with locals and guests alike, the modern, lovingly designed bar-restaurant delights with top cocktails, freshly tapped beer and an atmosphere that immediately impresses. The Paletti has also long since ceased to be an insider tip in culinary terms: Nadine and Stefan serve “upscale fast food” – from home-made burgers to legendary spare ribs. A must for every visit to Grächen!

Restaurant Bärgji-Alp

Right at the bottom of the Bärgji descent: the Bärgji-Alp restaurant delights with fantastic views of the Matterhorn and Bietschhorn – and with honest, creative cuisine. The Andenmatten-Williner family has been looking after guests since 1936. Today, Tobias Williner and Nicole Hofmann are the 4th generation to run the Bärgji – with a passion for quality, regionality and fresh ideas. Whether traditional Valais specialties, vegetarian or vegan dishes – every dish is lovingly prepared, refined and a feast for all the senses. www.baergji-alp.ch

Fancy more winter adventures?

Discover our tips for winter hiking or find the best snowshoe tours.

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