Ski resorts for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland

Most beginner-friendly ski resorts in German-speaking Switzerland - beginner ski resorts German-speaking Switzerland (Deutschschweiz)

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Best rating:
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Ski resorts for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland – Beginners Aletsch Arena – Riederalp/Bettmeralp/Fiesch Eggishorn
Ski resorts for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland – Beginners Ischgl/Samnaun – Silvretta Arena Ski resorts for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland – Beginners Arosa Lenzerheide Ski resorts for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland – Beginners St. Moritz – Corviglia Ski resorts for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland – Beginners Belalp – Blatten

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Ski holiday and skiing for beginners in German-speaking Switzerland

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Beginner-friendly ski resorts German-speaking Switzerland (Deutschschweiz)

1-47 out of 47 ski resorts
1. Aletsch Arena – Riederalp/​Bettmeralp/​Fiesch Eggishorn
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Aletsch Arena
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Aletsch Arena – Riederalp/Bettmeralp/Fiesch Eggishorn
The Aletsch Arena is very well suited for beginners. In all three locations—Riederalp, Bettmeralp, and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner42 km(40 %)
  Overall: 104 km
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1. Ischgl/​Samnaun – Silvretta Arena
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland Landeck Paznaun-Ischgl
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Ischgl/Samnaun – Silvretta Arena
Beginners can ski from the Idalp (Ischgl) to the Alp Trida (Samnaun) on easy slopes. There are also… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner47 km(20 %)
  Overall: 239 km
Details
1. Arosa Lenzerheide
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Arosa
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Lenzerheide
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Arosa Lenzerheide
Arosa and Lenzerheide offer many easy slopes for beginners. Especially in the valley areas, you will… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner110 km(49 %)
  Overall: 225 km
Details
1. St. Moritz – Corviglia
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin St. Moritz
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
St. Moritz – Corviglia
There are beginner areas in Corviglia, Marguns, Celerina, Salastrains, and Suvretta. Many slopes in… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner42 km(27 %)
  Overall: 155 km
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1. Belalp – Blatten
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Belalp – Blatten
The Belap ski resort is a paradise for beginners. Between Hohbiel, Bruchegga, Schönbiel, and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15.1 km(39 %)
  Overall: 38.5 km
Details
1. Rinderberg/​Saanerslochgrat/​Horneggli – Zweisimmen/​Saanenmöser/​Schönried/​St. Stephan
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Gstaad
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Rinderberg/Saanerslochgrat/Horneggli – Zweisimmen/Saanenmöser/Schönried/St. Stephan
The Rinderberg/Saanerslochgrat/Horneggli ski area is perfect for beginners. It is one of the ski areas… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner64.3 km(72 %)
  Overall: 88.9 km
Details
1. Adelboden/​Lenk – Chuenisbärgli/​Silleren/​Hahnenmoos/​Metsch
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Adelboden-Frutigen
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Lenk-Simmental
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Adelboden/Lenk – Chuenisbärgli/Silleren/Hahnenmoos/Metsch
The Adelboden-Lenk ski area is perfect for beginners. Gentle slopes lead from Adelboden to Lenk and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner46 km(53 %)
  Overall: 86 km
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8. Kleine Scheidegg/​Männlichen – Grindelwald/​Wengen
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Jungfrau Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen – Grindelwald/Wengen
Grindelwald and Wengen offer ideal conditions for beginners. Directly below the Kleine Scheidegg… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner33 km(33 %)
  Overall: 101 km
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8. Wildhaus – Gamserrugg (Toggenburg)
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland St. Gallen Toggenburg
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Wildhaus – Gamserrugg (Toggenburg)
In Wildhaus, beginners will find easy and wide slopes between Freienalp and Oberdorf. The six-seater… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner3 km(13 %)
  Overall: 23 km
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8. Hohsaas – Saas-Grund
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Saas-Fee/​Saastal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hohsaas – Saas-Grund
Beginners will find ideal terrain at Kreuzboden. At around 2,400 m, Snowland offers a magic carpet and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.4 km(17 %)
  Overall: 26.1 km
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8. Elm im Sernftal
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Glarus Sernftal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Elm im Sernftal
Beginners have the perfect start in the Kinder-Arena Elm on Ämpächli. With an Arena ticket, the area… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(38 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
8. Pizol – Bad Ragaz/​Wangs
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Heidiland
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Pizol – Bad Ragaz/Wangs
At both mountain stations of the gondola lifts, there are conveyor belts and practice lifts directly… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18.7 km(43 %)
  Overall: 43.6 km
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8. Flumserberg
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Heidiland
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Flumserberg
For beginners, there are two free children's areas with magic carpets and rope lifts. One is located… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner14 km(22 %)
  Overall: 65 km
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8. First – Grindelwald
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Jungfrau Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
First – Grindelwald
Beginners can ski in the upper area of the resort on easy slopes. From the highest point at Oberjoch… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner30 km(61 %)
  Overall: 49 km
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8. Bellwald
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Goms
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Bellwald
Bellwald is ideal for beginners. Beginners can take their first steps in Snowli's Hasenland at the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10.5 km(53 %)
  Overall: 20 km
Details
8. Scuol – Motta Naluns
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Scuol – Motta Naluns
In the large and sunny beginner area/children’s area Nalunsin, located directly at the mountain… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner27 km(39 %)
  Overall: 70 km
Details
8. Minschuns – Val Müstair-Tschierv
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Minschuns – Val Müstair-Tschierv
Beginners are very well taken care of in the Minschuns ski area. At Alp da Munt, there is an easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(33 %)
  Overall: 18 km
Details
8. Brigels/​Waltensburg/​Andiast
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Surselva
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Brigels/Waltensburg/Andiast
The dedicated practice areas in Brigels and Waltensburg, located at the valley stations, are very well… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner11 km(28 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
8. Jakobshorn (Davos Klosters)
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Davos Klosters
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Jakobshorn (Davos Klosters)
In the family area at Bolgen (valley station Jakobshorn), the beginner slope at the Carjöl double… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner25.5 km(62 %)
  Overall: 41.2 km
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8. Hoch-Ybrig – Unteriberg/​Oberiberg
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Schwyz
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hoch-Ybrig – Unteriberg/Oberiberg
The Hoch-Ybrig ski area offers easy slopes at Sternen, Hesisbol, Spirstock, and Fuederegg. At the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(30 %)
  Overall: 50 km
Details
8. Zuoz – Pizzet/​Albanas
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin St. Moritz
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Zuoz – Pizzet/Albanas
The Zuoz ski area is ideal for beginners. Easy slopes start right in the village of Zuoz and are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(60 %)
  Overall: 15 km
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8. Grüsch Danusa
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Prättigau
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Grüsch Danusa
Beginners will find their territory at the Danusa four-seater chairlift and in the Kinderland. The… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8 km(26 %)
  Overall: 31 km
Details
8. Obersaxen/​Mundaun/​Val Lumnezia
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Surselva
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Obersaxen/Mundaun/Val Lumnezia
At almost all valley stations, there are practice lifts or an easy slope. Beginners can ski almost the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner60 km(50 %)
  Overall: 120 km
Details
8. Laax/​Flims/​Falera
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Flims Laax Falera
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Laax/Flims/Falera
The runs from Vorab to Plaun are suitable for beginners, as are the slopes between Crap Sogn Gion and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner85 km(48 %)
  Overall: 176 km
Details
8. Andermatt/​Oberalp/​Sedrun
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Uri Andermatt
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Disentis Sedrun
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Andermatt/Oberalp/Sedrun
Andermatt offers easy slopes from the mountain all the way down to the valley. A highlight for… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18 km(26 %)
  Overall: 70 km
Details
8. Zermatt/​Breuil-Cervinia/​Valtournenche – Matterhorn
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Zermatt-Matterhorn
Europe Italy Aosta Valley (Valle d'Aosta) Matterhorn (Monte Cervino)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Zermatt/Breuil-Cervinia/Valtournenche – Matterhorn
Beginners will find many suitable practice areas in Zermatt, Breuil-Cervinia, and Valtournenche. In… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner75 km(23 %)
  Overall: 322 km
Details
8. Savognin
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Savognin Bivio Albula Surses (Oberhalbstein)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Savognin
Due to the very wide slopes and the large selection of easy slopes (blue), the Savognin ski area is… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner32.5 km(44 %)
  Overall: 73.5 km
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8. Meiringen-Hasliberg
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Haslital
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Meiringen-Hasliberg
The beginner area at Hasliberg is located below Käserstatt and Mägisalp. Particularly recommended for… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(33 %)
  Overall: 60 km
Details
8. Parsenn (Davos Klosters)
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Davos Klosters
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Parsenn (Davos Klosters)
Beginners love the easy and wide slopes between Weissfluhjoch and Gotschnagrat. Here, beginners can… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner17.3 km(18 %)
  Overall: 95.5 km
Details
8. Disentis
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Disentis Sedrun
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Disentis
At the Caischavedra mountain station of the cable car, there are numerous easy slopes at practice… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(33 %)
  Overall: 60 km
Details
8. Schilthorn – Mürren/​Lauterbrunnen
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Jungfrau Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Schilthorn – Mürren/Lauterbrunnen
In Mürren, next to the funicular, there is a beginner and ski school area with a rope tow and conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner19 km(35 %)
  Overall: 54 km
Details
32. Titlis – Engelberg
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Engelberg-Titlis
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Titlis – Engelberg
At the Trübsee mid-station, there are several conveyor belts for beginners to practice on. Beginners… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18 km(26 %)
  Overall: 70 km
Details
32. Stoos – Fronalpstock/​Klingenstock
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Schwyz
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Stoos – Fronalpstock/Klingenstock
For beginners, there are easy slopes at several drag lifts in Stoos. In addition, you can practice… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4 km(11 %)
  Overall: 35 km
Details
32. Madrisa (Davos Klosters)
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Davos Klosters
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Madrisa (Davos Klosters)
Beginners will find their area around the mountain station of the Madrisabahn. There is plenty of easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7.5 km(29 %)
  Overall: 26 km
Details
32. Bürchen/​Törbel – Moosalp
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Visp
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Bürchen/Törbel – Moosalp
In the lower area near Bürchen, beginners will feel right at home. Here, the spacious children's… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10 km(40 %)
  Overall: 25 km
Details
32. Saas-Fee
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Saas-Fee/​Saastal
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Saas-Fee
The beginner area of Saas-Fee is located at the ski school meeting point and features several drag… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(20 %)
  Overall: 100 km
Details
32. Lauchernalp – Lötschental
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Lötschental
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Lauchernalp – Lötschental
Beginners will find their practice area between Stafel and Lauchernalp. In the children's area at the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18 km(45 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
32. Corvatsch/​Furtschellas
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin St. Moritz
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Corvatsch/Furtschellas
At the Corvatsch valley station in Surlej, you will find the Cristins beginner lift. The easy slope is… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner13 km(11 %)
  Overall: 120 km
Details
32. Rinerhorn (Davos Klosters)
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Davos Klosters
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Rinerhorn (Davos Klosters)
The Trainerlift Rinerhorn is located in the middle of the ski area, but is situated on a fairly flat… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15.6 km(30 %)
  Overall: 51.5 km
Details
32. Splügen – Tambo
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Viamala
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Splügen – Tambo
Beginners will find an excellent beginner area at the mountain station of Tanatzhöhi (2,140 m). A… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner12 km(40 %)
  Overall: 30 km
Details
32. Vals – Dachberg
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Vals (Valsertal)
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Vals – Dachberg
At the mountain station of the gondola, the Kleinvalser Arena offers a practice area for children and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(20 %)
  Overall: 25 km
Details
32. Grächen
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Matter Valley (Mattertal)
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Grächen
Beginners will find their territory on the Hannigalp. The slopes at the Härdera drag lifts are very… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(20 %)
  Overall: 44 km
Details
32. Leukerbad
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Dalatal
Ski resort status
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Leukerbad
The Erli practice area in Leukerbad is very well suited for beginners. There are rope tows, conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner3.5 km(7 %)
  Overall: 47.5 km
Details
32. Languard – Pontresina
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin St. Moritz Val Bernina
Test result: 3 out of 5 stars
Languard – Pontresina
All slopes are easy and therefore well suited for beginners. more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner1 km(100 %)
  Overall: 1 km
Details
45. Diavolezza/​Lagalb
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin St. Moritz Val Bernina
Ski resort status
Test result: 2 out of 5 stars
Diavolezza/Lagalb
At the valley station of the Diavolezza cable car, there is a short practice lift. The slopes on… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0 km(0 %)
  Overall: 35 km
Details
45. Aela – Maloja
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Bregaglia Engadin
Test result: 2 out of 5 stars
Aela – Maloja
Only the pony lift is suitable for beginners. The slopes at Piz Aela are not suitable for beginners. … more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.5 km(17 %)
  Overall: 3 km
Details
47. Gemsstock – Andermatt
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Uri Andermatt
Ski resort status
Test result: 1 out of 5 stars
There are no easy slopes in the Gemsstock ski area. Beginners will find many easy slopes on the other… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0 km(0 %)
  Overall: 31 km
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