These ten ski resorts are all reachable from Liestal 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 Liestal, 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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Langenbruck is a small, family-oriented ski area in the Basel countryside, offering gentle slopes ideal for beginners and young skiers. The compact resort features a relaxed atmosphere with limited but well-maintained terrain, making it a convenient choice for quick day trips and those learning to ski. Its low-key setting provides a calm alternative to larger destinations, with easy accessibility from nearby urban centers.
Total slope length: 2.6km
Number of lifts: 3
Easy slopes: 2.6km
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deinkick.ch
| Liestal, Bahnhof | |
| (22m) | |
| Waldenburg, Station |
| Waldenburg, Station | |
| (8m) | |
| Langenbruck, Unterdorf |
A small family-oriented ski area in central Switzerland, offering gentle slopes ideal for beginners and young skiers. The compact terrain features easy runs served by a few lifts, creating a relaxed and uncrowded atmosphere. The quiet mountain setting provides a tranquil escape with straightforward skiing, making it well-suited for those learning the basics or seeking a peaceful day on the snow without the hustle of larger resorts.
Number of lifts: 3
Total slope length: 1km
Easy slopes: 1km
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| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (35m) | |
| Luzern |
| Luzern | |
| (19m) | |
| Dallenwil |
A small, family-oriented ski area offering gentle terrain ideal for beginners and early intermediates. The compact setup features a handful of lifts serving predominantly easy runs, making it well-suited for learning and relaxed skiing. Its modest scale creates a calm, uncrowded atmosphere where novices can build confidence. The limited advanced terrain keeps the focus on accessible slopes, perfect for families and those seeking a low-key mountain experience without the hustle of larger resorts.
Total slope length: 2.9km
Advanced slopes: 0.2km
Intermediate slopes: 0.9km
Easy slopes: 1.9km
Number of lifts: 3
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| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (17m) | |
| Solothurn |
| Solothurn, Hauptbahnhof | |
| (27m) | |
| Oberbalmberg, Kurhaus |
Klewenalp - Stockhütte is a family-oriented ski area in Central Switzerland, perched above Lake Lucerne. The terrain favors beginners and intermediates, with gentle slopes ideal for learning and relaxed skiing. The resort benefits from a generous network of lifts serving relatively compact terrain, ensuring good access across the mountain. Traditional alpine character and scenic lake views define the area, making it a pleasant choice for those seeking less crowded conditions and a quieter mountain atmosphere away from larger ski resorts.
Intermediate slopes: 4.7km
Easy slopes: 13.1km
Number of lifts: 16
Total slope length: 17.8km
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klewenalp.ch
| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (35m) | |
| Luzern |
| Luzern | |
| (14m) | |
| Stans |
| Stans, Bahnhof | |
| (19m) | |
| Beckenried, Post |
A small, family-oriented ski area in the Jura mountains offering gentle terrain suited for beginners and early intermediates. The modest infrastructure and limited vertical suggest a quiet, local atmosphere ideal for learning and relaxed skiing. The predominantly easy to moderate slopes provide a comfortable environment without the crowds of larger resorts, making it a pleasant choice for those seeking uncomplicated mountain access.
Easy slopes: 1.5km
Number of lifts: 5
Intermediate slopes: 2.8km
Total slope length: 4.3km
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| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (34m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Gare | |
| (29m) | |
| Les Prés-d'Orvin, Le Grillon |
A small, family-oriented ski area in central Switzerland offering predominantly gentle slopes ideal for beginners and children. The terrain focuses on easy runs with minimal intermediate options, served by a handful of lifts. Its compact layout and manageable scale create a relaxed atmosphere away from larger resorts. The quiet setting makes it well-suited for those learning to ski or seeking uncrowded pistes.
Number of lifts: 3
Total slope length: 2.2km
Easy slopes: 2km
Intermediate slopes: 0.2km
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| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (35m) | |
| Luzern |
| Luzern | |
| (24m) | |
| Wolfenschiessen |
| Wolfenschiessen, Bahnhof | |
| (14m) | |
| Oberrickenbach, Talstat. LFCH |
Engelberg-Titlis is a renowned high-altitude resort in Central Switzerland, offering year-round glacier skiing on Mount Titlis. With extensive terrain spanning beginner-friendly slopes to challenging advanced runs, it caters to varied skill levels. The resort's significant lift infrastructure provides access to diverse alpine landscapes, while the glacier ensures reliable snow conditions throughout extended seasons. Engelberg village combines traditional Swiss charm with modern amenities, creating a comprehensive mountain destination.
Total slope length: 41km
Intermediate slopes: 20.4km
Advanced slopes: 3.7km
Number of lifts: 24
Easy slopes: 16.9km
| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (35m) | |
| Luzern |
| Luzern | |
| (43m) | |
| Engelberg |
Rigi-Scheidegg offers a small, relaxed skiing area on the slopes of the Rigi massif in Central Switzerland. With a handful of lifts serving gentle and intermediate terrain, the resort provides a calm mountain experience away from crowded slopes. The setting emphasizes tranquil alpine scenery and straightforward skiing, appealing to those seeking a low-key day on the mountain. Its accessible character and modest vertical make it well-suited for leisurely outings and less experienced skiers.
Intermediate slopes: 2.7km
Total slope length: 4.6km
Easy slopes: 1.9km
Number of lifts: 3
| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (1h 15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau RB | |
| (8m) | |
| Kräbel |
Nestled in the Jura mountains, this compact resort offers a relaxed alpine atmosphere with gentle terrain suited for beginners and intermediates. The area features a network of well-maintained slopes winding through forested landscapes, complemented by multiple lifts providing good connectivity. Its modest elevation and family-oriented character make it an accessible destination for those seeking a quieter skiing experience away from the busier alpine centers.
Total slope length: 15.9km
Number of lifts: 10
Advanced slopes: 1.1km
Easy slopes: 6.2km
Intermediate slopes: 8.6km
| Liestal | |
| (21m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (41m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (25m) | |
| St-Imier |
| St-Imier, gare | |
| (8m) | |
| Savagnières, parc |
Sattel Hochstuckli is a compact family-oriented ski area in Central Switzerland, offering predominantly gentle terrain ideal for beginners and less experienced skiers. The resort features a good selection of lifts serving primarily easier slopes, with some intermediate options for progression. Its accessible location and relaxed atmosphere make it well-suited for learning and leisurely skiing days without the crowds of larger destinations.
Intermediate slopes: 3.4km
Number of lifts: 9
Total slope length: 11km
Easy slopes: 7.6km
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stuckli.ch
| Liestal | |
| (18m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (1h 15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (10m) | |
| Sattel |
