Charmey

Charmey is a ski area in the Fribourg Pre-Alps of Switzerland, accessed by the Charmey-Vounetz gondola. The area on the Vounetz offers around 30 kilometres of pistes for all levels, a beginners' area, virgin slopes for freeride enthusiasts and the Charmey Swiss Ski School. The season runs from November to February.

Families and Kids

Charmey offers a children's hill at the summit with nine wooden marble games, a free snowtubing area near the snow garden, and a snow garden with ski lift and magic carpet for beginners. The Swiss Ski School provides junior group courses and a snow garden programme. A dummy tree with the story of Titounet the rabbit helps families with children giving up their dummies.

Food and drinks

Charmey offers several dining options: Restaurant Le Vounetz at the summit with traditional Fribourg dishes and a panoramic terrace, the Snack de l'Alpage near the gondola arrival, L'Embarcadère at the mid-station with snacks and picnic tables, and the Bar Le Vigousse at the foot of the gondola with drinks, ice cream and light meals. Picnic areas are available at the base, mid-station and summit.
12.0 km4

Status

Information

  • Easy slopes: 7 km
  • Intermediate slopes: 3.8 km
  • Advanced slopes: 1.4 km
    • Number of snowparks: 0
    • Night skiing: Yes
    • Ski school: Yes
    • Entrance fee: 49 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $
    • Children activities: Children ski lessons, Sledging, Snow play area

Opening hours

The pistes are open during the winter season from November to February; the 26/27 season opens in November 2026. Piste opening hours unknown.

Admission fees

The Charmey ski area is part of the Magic Pass, which gives holders free access to the lifts and a wide range of activities. Day and 4-hour lift tickets are available, with reduced rates for 2 to 6 consecutive ski days. Passes are issued on a Keycard costing CHF 5, which is compulsory and non-refundable, or on a SwissPass. Children under 6 ride free.
49 CHF
Adult admission
31 CHF
Child admission
39 CHF
Junior admission
47 CHF
Senior admission

Contact

Webpage
charmey.ch
Email
info@charmey.ch
Address
Les Charrières 3, 1637 Charmey

Access

Nearby stops

  • Charmey (Gruyère) (télécabine)0 meters walking distance
  • Vounetse0 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bern
1h 31m
Lausanne
1h 39m
Thun
1h 53m
Olten
2h 7m
Neuchâtel
2h 19m

FAQ

  • Is the Charmey ski area included in the Magic Pass?
    Yes, Charmey is part of the Magic Pass offer, which gives holders free access to the ski area and a wide range of activities.
  • Is snow guaranteed at Charmey throughout the winter?
    Yes, thanks to the snowfactory, snow is guaranteed all winter long in the Charmey ski area.
  • Can I take ski or snowboard lessons at Charmey?
    Yes, the Charmey Swiss Ski School offers a wide range of private and group ski and snowboard lessons for all levels.
  • Are snowscoots allowed on the slopes at Charmey?
    Yes, snowscoots are allowed in the Charmey ski area.
  • Is there a slope for slalom or giant slalom training at Charmey?
    Yes, the Charmey ski area has a slope adapted for slalom or giant slalom training, available by reservation only.

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