Peak Elevation
2,868 m
9,410 ft
Vertical Drop
1,249 m
4,098 ft
Skiable Area
890 ha
2,200 ac
Avg Snowfall
126 cm
49.6 in
Lifts
11
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About
Grachen is a family ski resort in the Mattertal valley of Valais, Switzerland, on a terrace above St. Niklaus. It has 44 km of slopes and 10 lifts, climbing from 1,619 to 2,864 meters for a vertical drop of about 1,245 meters, with terrain that is mostly intermediate. The Hannigalp gondola plays a different Brothers Grimm fairytale on each cabin ride for younger guests.
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Operated by Tourist-Unternehmen Grächen AG (TUG)
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Grächen have?
Grächen has 11 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 13,720 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Grächen?
Grächen has a vertical drop of 4,098 feet (1,249 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Grächen?
The summit of Grächen sits at 9,410 feet (2,868 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Grächen have?
Grächen has 18 marked trails, totaling roughly 27.3 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Grächen?
Grächen covers 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Grächen offer night skiing?
No, Grächen does not offer night skiing.
Does Grächen have snowmaking?
Yes, Grächen has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Grächen get each year?
Grächen averages around 49.6 inches (126 cm) of snowfall per season.