Evolène

Evolène
Evolène is a ski area in the Val d'Hérens in the Swiss canton of Valais, part of the Espace Dent-Blanche ski region together with Arolla and La Forclaz. The Evolène sector is reached by the Lannaz–Chemeuille chairlift and offers varied slopes with views of the Dent-Blanche, the Matterhorn and the village of Evolène. The wider Espace Dent-Blanche area spans three ski sectors between roughly 1,400 and 3,000 metres of altitude.

Families and Kids

The area includes beginner tracks at Les Haudères and a short narrow path on the Evolène via ferrata described as ideal for children. The Arolla summer yurt has a small children's corner and offers children's workshops on rainy days.

Food and drinks

The Evolène ski area has several mountain refreshment bars, including Buvette La Nouva directly on the Chemeuille slopes and the Restaurant de Chemeuille with its terrace and view of the Dent-Blanche. La Buvette du Tsaté at the top of the La Forclaz slopes serves galettes and house specialities.
35.0 km4

Status

Information

  • Easy slopes: 10 km
  • Intermediate slopes: 18 km
  • Advanced slopes: 6 km

    • Ski school: Yes

    • Free entrance: No

    • Children activities: Children ski lessons, Sledging

Opening hours

The Evolène sector of the Espace Dent-Blanche ski area is scheduled to open from December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027. The beginner tracks at Les Haudères are open every day from 09:30 to 16:00.
Monday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)
Tuesday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)
Wednesday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)
Thursday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)
Friday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)
Saturday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)
Sunday
09:00-16:30 (December 19, 2026 to March 21, 2027)

Admission fees

The Evolène sector is part of the Espace Dent-Blanche ski area, which can be skied with a single pass covering all three sectors or with the Magic Pass. The Lannaz–Chemeuille chairlift also operates in summer with separate one-way and return tickets, and free access is granted with the Magic Pass.

Contact

Webpage
evolene-region.ch
Email
info@evolene-region.ch
Address
Place Clos Lombard 6, 1983 Evolène

Access

Nearby stops

  • La Meina (Lana)0 meters walking distance
  • Lana (télésiège)0 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Sion
1h 26m
Martigny
1h 50m
Brig
2h 10m
Thun
2h 40m
Lausanne
2h 53m

FAQ

  • Is Evolène part of a larger ski pass network?
    Yes. Evolène is one of the three sectors of the Espace Dent-Blanche ski area, alongside Arolla and La Forclaz, and can be skied with a single pass covering the whole area or with the Magic Pass.
  • Are there ski schools and ski rental in the Evolène area?
    Yes. The region has ski schools, including École Suisse de Ski Evolène, and sports shops such as Sport Evasion and Vuignier Sport where equipment can be rented.
  • What other winter activities besides skiing are offered in the Evolène area?
    The area offers cross-country skiing, snowshoe hiking, winter hiking, sledging, ice climbing, an ice rink at Les Haudères, biathlon initiation and dogsledding.

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