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Ski Resort Lötschental Lauchernalp in the Lötschental: Position on map

Lötschental Lauchernalp Ski Resort

Trail Map Lötschental Lauchernalp

The Ski Resort

Skiing at the magical valley.
Skiing at the magical valley.

In between the Valais and the Bernese Alps, the perfectly groomed and snow-safe winter sports paradiseof Lauchernalp attracts many visitors every winter. The sunny resort comprises 55 kilometres (34 miles) of slopes at up to 3,111 metres (10,207 ft) as well as a great back country area.

Surrounded by the imposing mountain backdrop of the UNESCO World Heritage Region, seven different lifts take you up the beautiful slopes of Lauchernalp to the perfectly groomed runs. The ski resort is popular with winter sportsmen of all skill levels, from beginners to absolute experts. It has easy blues as well as challenging black runs, and thus fulfills everything a skier's heart desires. Families with young children, and snowboarders will also find numerous amenities. The beautiful landscape, powder abound, fresh mountain air, and cosy huts make the dream of a skiing paradise come true.

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Interesting facts

  • Elevated between 1,403 m and 3,091 m, the Ski Resort is among the 10 highest elevated Ski Resorts in Switzerland. The vertical drop from summit to base is 1,688 m. The average difference in altitude between base and summit of Ski Resorts in Switzerland is 875 m. Most runs are therefore relatively long.
  • Average snow depth during the season is 273 cm at summit elevation and 43 cm at base elevation. Snow coverage is usually best during March, offering an average snow depth of 341 cm at summit elevation and 41 cm at the base. Therefore Lötschental Lauchernalp is among the 10 ski Resorts with best snow conditions in Switzerland.
  • Lötschental Lauchernalp features 61 sunny days on average per season. The average for all ski Resorts in Switzerland is 50 sunny days. February is the sunniest month with an average of 22 sunny days.

Snow Safety & Snowmaking

Snowmaking Share
33%
Snow Making Machines: 43
Snowphone+ 41 (0)27 938 89 98
Glacier
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On Mountain Dining

At Lötschental, hungry skiers are spoilt for choice. At Lötschenpasshütte you can get simple, solid meals with fresh and regional ingredients. Hearty, traditional cuisine is on offer at Zur Wildi. Bärgsunna has traditional specialities from the Valais region as well as seasonal dishes. For a great self-service selection with large salad, cake, and dessert buffets, you should go to Zudili. Here you get a unique panoramic backdrop with your meal.

Must-Ski Runs

Longest Runs

Abfahrt Hockenhorn-National-Talabfahrt-Wiler
Length: 16 km
Vertical Drop: 1,688 m

Most Difficult Runs

Abfahrt Petersgrat
Length: km
Vertical Drop: 391 m
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Nightskiing

Nightskiing possible
Lighted runs: km

Videos

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Winter in Loetschental
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Valais Wallis - Lötschental im Winter
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Magischer Winter im Lötschental

Activities

Another way to enjoy the fresh mountain air at Lötschental is to go on a hike. Whether on foot or on snowshoes, there is an abundance of trails you can follow. Furthermore, there is a number of cross-country tracks. If you want more adrenaline, a toboggan run is a great experience for the whole family.

Number toboggan runs: 1
Toboggan hire
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Après-Ski and Nightlife

View of the surrounding mountain backdrop.
View of the surrounding mountain backdrop.

At Gandegg and Stafel you will find a few après-ski bars, or you can end your day with a drink and a bite to eat at Zur Wildi. Enjoy the view of the Valais mountains while you relax after a day on the slopes. For more of a pub atmosphere, check out Tschäggättu Pub. From music and karaoke to darts and sports videos, there are diverse options to keep you entertained.

Number of Bars and Pubs: 3
Number of Clubs: 0

Dining and Restaurants

Number of Restaurants: 15
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Infrastructure & Rental

Skischools

Number of Skischools: 1
Number of Snowboard Schools: 1
Freeride Lessons
Cross Country Lessons
Carving Lessons

Number of Ski Rental

Ski Depot
Sports Store
Ski Rental
Snowboard Rental
Cross Country Ski Rental
Backcountry Ski Rental
Telemark Rental

Getting here

You can get to Lötschental by train (Bern-Lötschberg-Simplon) via Goppenstein, which is easily accessible by bus or car.

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last update on 7 Aug 2023
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Contact

Lauchernalp Bergbahnen AG
Dorfstrasse 80
CH-3918
Wiler
E-Mail
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Phone+41 -(0)27 - 938 89 99

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Mountain Stats

Elevation1,403 m - 3,091 m
Opening Day8 Dec 2023
Closing Day7 Apr 2024
Capacity 6800 Persons/Hr.
Hours08:30 - 17:30

Lifts

7
1
2
1
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2
Total 7

Skiable Terrain

40 km
Easy
Moderate
Advanced
Ungroomed
Overall Slope Length 40 km
Number of Slopes 12

Weather (3,111 m)

Snow Report

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