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Skiing Made Simple: Where You Can Reach the Slopes from Arosa by Train and Bus

These ten ski resorts are all reachable from Arosa by public transport. From family-friendly slopes to high-altitude runs, there's something for every skier. Whether you're after quiet pistes or lively après-ski villages, the Swiss rail network brings you close to the action.

The resorts below are sorted by travel time from Arosa, to facilitate your planning. Make sure to visit the map, to explore thousands of destinations and activities, reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.

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Arosa

Minimum travel time: 6m to Arosa, Brüggli/Skischule

Arosa is a high-altitude resort in Graubünden, offering a mix of gentle and challenging terrain spread across sunny slopes. The area features predominantly easy runs alongside intermediate trails and a selection of more demanding descents. Connected to Lenzerheide, it forms a larger ski region with varied Alpine scenery. The village maintains a traditional mountain atmosphere while providing modern lift infrastructure and access to diverse skiing throughout the winter season.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 6.2km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 30.8km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 17.6km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 54.6km

Learn more on
arosalenzerheide.swiss

and on
snow.myswitzerland.com


How to get to Arosa

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Lenzerheide

Minimum travel time: 23m to Hörnligrat

Lenzerheide is a well-established resort in the Graubünden Alps, offering a broad network of slopes that cater to skiers of all levels. The terrain includes extensive beginner-friendly areas, a solid selection of intermediate runs, and challenging options for advanced skiers. With modern lift infrastructure and high-altitude skiing, the resort provides reliable snow conditions and varied landscapes. The village maintains a traditional mountain character while offering contemporary amenities and connections to neighboring ski areas.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 11.6km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 89.9km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 36.5km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 234.9km

Learn more on
snow.myswitzerland.com

and on
arosalenzerheide.swiss

arosalenzerheide.swiss


How to get to Lenzerheide

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Hochwang – Goldgruben

Minimum travel time: 1h 6m to St. Peter Fatschel, Hochwang

Hochwang – Goldgruben is a compact ski area in the Swiss mountains, offering a relaxed atmosphere with a handful of lifts serving varied terrain. The slopes cater mainly to beginners and intermediates, with gentle runs alongside some more challenging sections. Its modest scale makes it well-suited for families and those seeking a quieter skiing experience away from larger resorts. The alpine setting provides scenic views and a traditional mountain feel.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 1.8km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 6.6km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 9.2km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 17.6km

Learn more on
snow.myswitzerland.com

and on
hochwang.ch


How to get to Hochwang – Goldgruben

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Chur - Brambrüesch

Minimum travel time: 1h 13m to Chur (Brambrüeschbahn)

Chur-Brambrüesch is a compact ski area located above the Alpine city of Chur, easily accessible by cable car. The resort offers a balanced mix of slopes suitable for various skill levels, with a focus on intermediate terrain. Its proximity to an urban center makes it a convenient option for day trips, while the elevated position provides scenic views over the Rhine Valley. The atmosphere is relaxed and the infrastructure modest, making it well-suited for casual skiing without the hustle of larger destinations.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 2.4km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 2.3km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 5.2km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 9.9km

Learn more on
snow.myswitzerland.com

and on
churbergbahnen.ch


How to get to Chur - Brambrüesch

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Laax

Minimum travel time: 1h 39m to Flims Dorf (Talstation Foppa)

Laax ranks among Switzerland's largest ski areas, offering extensive terrain spread across broad, interconnected mountains. The resort features a diverse range of slopes from gentle beginner runs to challenging advanced terrain, complemented by modern lift infrastructure. Known for its freestyle parks and glacier access, the area attracts both freeriders and park enthusiasts. The expansive network provides varied skiing experiences across different elevations and aspects.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 40.9km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 160.8km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 128.5km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 373.2km

Learn more on
laax.com

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laax.com

snow.myswitzerland.com


How to get to Laax

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Grüsch Danusa

Minimum travel time: 1h 40m to Grüsch, Talstation Danusa

Located in the Prättigau valley, this mid-sized resort offers predominantly intermediate terrain with some advanced options. The village provides a relaxed atmosphere away from larger, busier destinations. With modern lift infrastructure and a good variety of slopes, it caters well to progressing skiers seeking consistent vertical. The area's sunny position and reliable snow conditions make it a solid choice for those looking to explore quieter Grisons skiing.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 3.4km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 2km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 15.9km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 21.3km

Learn more on
gruesch-danusa.ch

and on
snow.myswitzerland.com


How to get to Grüsch Danusa

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Tschiertschen

Minimum travel time: 1h 41m to Tschiertschen, Dorf

Tschiertschen is a quiet mountain village resort in Graubünden offering well-rounded terrain across all skill levels. The area features gentle slopes ideal for beginners and families, alongside intermediate runs and a few advanced sections for more experienced skiers. With its modest lift infrastructure and traditional alpine character, it provides an unhurried skiing experience away from larger crowds, maintaining an authentic village atmosphere while delivering varied skiing opportunities in a scenic setting.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 4.6km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 27.3km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 26.5km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 58.3km

Learn more on
tschiertschen.ch

and on
snow.myswitzerland.com

tschiertschen.ch


How to get to Tschiertschen

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Pizol Bad Ragaz

Minimum travel time: 1h 43m to Bad Ragaz Matells (Talst.)

Pizol Bad Ragaz offers a well-rounded mountain experience in the St. Gallen region, with varied terrain spread across multiple elevations. The resort features a good mix of gentle slopes and more challenging runs, making it suitable for different skill levels. Its multiple lifts provide access to diverse skiing areas, while the panoramic views extend across the Alpine landscape. The combination of accessible terrain and mountain scenery creates a balanced winter sports destination.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 9.6km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 43.7km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 39.2km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 94.6km

Learn more on
snow.myswitzerland.com

and on
pizol.com


How to get to Pizol Bad Ragaz

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Skilift Mastrils

Minimum travel time: 1h 44m to Mastrils, Tretsch

Skilift Mastrils is a small village lift area in the Graubünden region, offering a quiet and accessible setting for beginners and families. With gentle terrain suitable for learning and improving basic skiing techniques, it provides an unpretentious mountain experience. The compact layout makes it easy to navigate, while the relaxed atmosphere appeals to those seeking a low-key day on the slopes away from larger, busier resorts.

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  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 1km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 0.9km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 1.9km

Learn more on
skiliftmastrils.ch


How to get to Skilift Mastrils

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Splügen

Minimum travel time: 1h 59m to Splügen, Bergbahnen

Nestled in the southern Graubünden Alps near the historic mountain pass, this family-oriented resort offers gentle, rolling terrain suited primarily to beginners and intermediate skiers. The relaxed village atmosphere and accessible slopes create an ideal environment for those learning to ski or seeking a quieter mountain experience. Varied piste options wind through scenic alpine landscapes, while the modest infrastructure maintains an intimate, traditional character without the crowds of larger destinations.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 6.5km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 24.4km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 16km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 47.5km

Learn more on
snow.myswitzerland.com

and on
spluegen.ch


How to get to Splügen