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From Chur to the Mountains: Ski Resorts You Can Access Easily by Public Transport

These ten ski resorts are all reachable from Chur 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 Chur, 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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Chur - Brambrüesch

Minimum travel time: 15m 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.

lift5
  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 2.4km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 2.3km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 5.2km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 9.9km

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How to get to Chur - Brambrüesch

Fastest connection from Chur to Chur (Brambrüeschbahn): 15m
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11 (2m)
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Skilift Mastrils

Minimum travel time: 23m 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.

lift1
  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 1km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 0.9km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 1.9km

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How to get to Skilift Mastrils

Fastest connection from Chur to Mastrils, Tretsch: 23m
ICE (9m)
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21 (10m)
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Grüsch Danusa

Minimum travel time: 28m 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

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How to get to Grüsch Danusa

Fastest connection from Chur to Grüsch, Talstation Danusa: 28m
S12 (8m)
S2 (9m)
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39 (4m)
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Tschiertschen

Minimum travel time: 29m 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.

lift5
  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 4.6km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 27.3km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 26.5km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 58.3km

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How to get to Tschiertschen

Fastest connection from Chur to Tschiertschen, Dorf: 29m
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42 (26m)
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Lenzerheide

Minimum travel time: 30m to Parpan, Obertor/Heimberg

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

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How to get to Lenzerheide

Fastest connection from Chur to Parpan, Obertor/Heimberg: 30m
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182 (27m)
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Pizol Bad Ragaz

Minimum travel time: 31m 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

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How to get to Pizol Bad Ragaz

Fastest connection from Chur to Bad Ragaz Matells (Talst.): 31m
S12 (14m)
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Laax

Minimum travel time: 34m 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

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How to get to Laax

Fastest connection from Chur to Flims Dorf (Talstation Foppa): 34m
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81 (27m)
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Flumserberg

Minimum travel time: 47m to Oberterzen (Mittelstation)

Flumserberg is a spacious ski area above the Walensee in eastern Switzerland, offering extensive terrain across varied altitudes. The resort features a well-balanced mix of slopes suitable for all abilities, with notable intermediate cruising and ample beginner zones. Multiple lifts provide good access throughout the area, connecting several mountain sectors. The high elevation ensures reliable snow conditions, while the panoramic views over the lake and surrounding peaks add scenic appeal to the skiing experience.

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  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 18.9km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 27.2km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 81.2km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 181.7km

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How to get to Flumserberg

Fastest connection from Chur to Oberterzen (Mittelstation): 47m
IR35 (37m)
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2790 (7m)
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Hochwang – Goldgruben

Minimum travel time: 48m 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.

lift4
  • dsl2

    Advanced slopes: 1.8km

  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 6.6km

  • dsl1

    Intermediate slopes: 9.2km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 17.6km

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How to get to Hochwang – Goldgruben

Fastest connection from Chur to St. Peter Fatschel, Hochwang: 48m
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41 (28m)
43 (15m)
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Lenz

Minimum travel time: 48m to Lantsch/Lenz, Sudem Vischnanca

Lenz is a small village ski area offering a gentle slope ideal for beginners and young skiers. With a single lift serving an easy run, this quiet location provides a relaxed atmosphere away from larger resort crowds. The modest terrain makes it well-suited for those taking their first turns or families seeking a calm environment. Its limited infrastructure reflects a traditional, unpretentious mountain setting focused on accessibility rather than extensive skiing.

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  • dsl0

    Easy slopes: 0.6km

  • dslt

    Total slope length: 0.6km

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How to get to Lenz

Fastest connection from Chur to Lantsch/Lenz, Sudem Vischnanca: 48m
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182 (45m)
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