These ten ski resorts are all reachable from Vevey 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 Vevey, 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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A small, family-oriented resort in the Vaud Alps offering gentle slopes ideal for beginners and relaxed skiing. The compact ski area features predominantly easy and intermediate terrain, creating a welcoming atmosphere for those learning to ski or seeking a low-key mountain experience. Several lifts serve the modest network of runs, providing access to scenic forested slopes with views over Lake Geneva and the surrounding peaks.
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Intermediate slopes: 3.1km
Easy slopes: 3.2km
Total slope length: 6.3km
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lespleiades.ch
| Vevey (09:05) | |
| R35 (35m) | |
| Les Pléiades (09:40) |
Les Prévondes is a small village ski area in the Swiss Alps, featuring a single lift and minimal infrastructure. The terrain consists entirely of easy slopes, making it an ideal spot for beginners and young children taking their first turns on snow. This modest setup offers a quiet, unpretentious atmosphere away from larger resort crowds. The limited vertical drop and gentle gradient create a relaxed learning environment for novice skiers.
1Total slope length: 0.4km
Easy slopes: 0.4km
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| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (6m) | |
| Montreux (08:36) |
| Montreux (08:43) | |
| 30 (9m) | |
| Chernex (08:52) |
| Chernex, gare (09:00) | |
| 220 (12m) | |
| Villard-sur-Chamby, La Cranche (09:12) |
Villars-Gryon offers a broad network of slopes across interconnected alpine terrain in the Vaudois Alps. The area features predominantly gentle runs suitable for beginners and progressive skiers, complemented by intermediate trails and a selection of more challenging descents. With panoramic views over the Rhône Valley and access to varied elevations, the resort provides a calm atmosphere and diverse skiing experiences across its wooded and open slopes.
20Easy slopes: 79.4km
Advanced slopes: 3.1km
Intermediate slopes: 59.3km
Total slope length: 141.8km
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| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (17m) | |
| Aigle (08:47) |
| Aigle, gare (08:50) | |
| 144 (26m) | |
| Villars-sur-Ollon, télécabine (09:16) |
Nestled in the Fribourg Pre-Alps, this family-oriented resort offers gentle terrain ideal for beginners and children. The area features predominantly easy slopes alongside a few intermediate runs, creating a relaxed learning environment. Multiple lifts serve the compact ski domain, making it accessible for those new to winter sports. The resort sits at a modest altitude with views over the surrounding countryside, providing a calm alternative to larger alpine destinations.
10Total slope length: 8.6km
Easy slopes: 5.4km
Advanced slopes: 1.5km
Intermediate slopes: 1.6km
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les-paccots.ch
| Vevey, gare (08:37) | |
| 213 (27m) | |
| Châtel-St-Denis, centre (09:04) |
| Châtel-St-Denis, gare (09:23) | |
| 492 (15m) | |
| Les Paccots, village (09:38) |
Situated above the Val de Bagnes, this smaller resort offers a quieter alternative to the larger neighboring areas. The terrain provides a balanced mix suitable for progression, with slopes spread across wooded areas and open alpine sections. Its modest lift network accesses varied descents, making it appealing for those seeking a more relaxed mountain experience away from busier ski domains.
5Easy slopes: 6.7km
Total slope length: 16km
Advanced slopes: 2.3km
Intermediate slopes: 6.9km
One of Switzerland's most extensive ski domains, this interconnected area spans multiple valleys and villages across the Valais Alps. With a vast network of lifts linking high-altitude terrain, skiers enjoy exceptional variety from tree-lined runs to exposed alpine bowls. The significant infrastructure supports exploration across different elevations and aspects, offering everything from gentle cruising to challenging off-piste opportunities. Known for its scale and diversity, the region attracts both recreational skiers and freeriders seeking varied mountain experiences.
75Total slope length: 156.6km
Easy slopes: 59.8km
Intermediate slopes: 72.2km
Advanced slopes: 12.9km
| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (34m) | |
| Martigny (09:04) |
| Martigny (09:17) | |
| R81 (24m) | |
| Le Châble VS (09:41) |
Les Marécottes is a small, family-oriented ski area in the Valais region with a handful of lifts serving primarily beginner-friendly terrain. The modest vertical drop and limited infrastructure create a relaxed atmosphere ideal for learning and improving technique. A local, village-based resort popular with families seeking an authentic mountain experience away from larger ski stations.
3Easy slopes: 7.8km
Advanced slopes: 0.7km
Total slope length: 11.6km
Intermediate slopes: 3.2km
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| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (34m) | |
| Martigny (09:04) |
| Martigny (09:14) | |
| MBX (19m) | |
| Les Marécottes (09:33) |
Nestled in the Vaud Alps, this resort offers a welcoming terrain mix suited to learners and intermediate skiers. The area features a pleasant variety of slopes spreading across sunny mountainsides, with extensive beginner-friendly runs complemented by some more challenging sections. The lift network efficiently connects the various sectors, making it easy to explore the terrain. Its accessible altitude and sunny exposure make it a comfortable base for winter sports, with views extending over the Rhône Valley and surrounding peaks.
12Intermediate slopes: 5.5km
Easy slopes: 17.6km
Advanced slopes: 1.5km
Total slope length: 25.3km
| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (17m) | |
| Aigle (08:47) |
| Aigle (09:12) | |
| R70 (27m) | |
| Leysin-Feydey (09:39) |
Located in the Val d'Arpette above Orcières, this small alpine station offers a calm mountain atmosphere with predominantly intermediate terrain. The compact ski area features a handful of lifts serving varied slopes, including some more challenging descents. Known for its tranquil lakeside setting and traditional Swiss character, it provides a peaceful alternative to busier resorts while maintaining access to satisfying skiing for intermediate and advanced skiers.
4Easy slopes: 0.2km
Total slope length: 3.6km
Advanced slopes: 1km
Intermediate slopes: 2.3km
| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (34m) | |
| Martigny (09:04) |
| Martigny (09:17) | |
| R81 (15m) | |
| Sembrancher (09:32) |
| Sembrancher (09:34) | |
| R82 (8m) | |
| Orsières (09:42) |
| Orsières, gare (09:46) | |
| 271 (18m) | |
| Champex-Lac, Jardin alpin (10:04) |
Crans-Montana is a renowned high-altitude resort in the Valais Alps, offering extensive and varied terrain with a strong emphasis on intermediate slopes complemented by challenging runs. The area features modern lift infrastructure and panoramic views across the Rhône Valley toward iconic peaks. Known for its sunny plateau setting and cosmopolitan atmosphere, the resort combines alpine skiing with elegant village amenities, attracting visitors seeking both sport and sophistication in the Swiss mountains.
24Easy slopes: 14.6km
Advanced slopes: 21km
Total slope length: 96.2km
Intermediate slopes: 55.5km
| Vevey (08:30) | |
| IR95 (1h 0m) | |
| Sierre/Siders (09:30) |
| Sierre/Siders (funi) (09:44) | |
| 2225 (13m) | |
| Crans-Montana gare (09:57) |
| Crans-Montana, gare (10:02) | |
| 431 (3m) | |
| Crans-Montana, télé Violettes (10:05) |
