Grüsch-Danusa

Grüsch-Danusa
Grüsch-Danusa is a family-friendly ski area in the Prättigau valley in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland. The area offers pistes from blue to black, two fun parks, a permanent race course, a ski and boarder cross and a large children's area. The centre of the area at 1,800 m above sea level is the Berghaus Schwänzelegg, the starting point for skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, winter hiking, snowshoeing and sledging.

Families and Kids

The children's area at 1,800 m above sea level near the Schwänzelegg mountain station has four magic carpets with ten small descents, the Füchslipiste, two ghost railways, the Schellenursli lift, a music box with 700 children's songs, a ski carousel and fun park elements. The snowmobile fun for children aged six to twelve takes place on Wednesdays and Sundays from 14.00 to 15.30. The Swiss Ski School offers courses for children and adults of all levels, and a children's ski race with mascot Snowli is held on Fridays.

Food and drinks

The Schwänzelegg mountain restaurant at 1,800 m offers a self-service restaurant with 500 indoor and 500 sun terrace seats as well as the à la carte Skistübli, which also serves as a ski museum and serves specialities from the Prättigau, Graubünden and Switzerland. The Red Fox après-ski hut right by the piste has an outdoor and indoor bar, and the FuXlounge at the valley station invites you for coffee and croissants in the morning and a nightcap in the evening.
22.0 km6

Status

Information

  • Lockers: Yes
  • Easy slopes: 2.2 km
  • Intermediate slopes: 16 km
  • Advanced slopes: 3.4 km
    • Number of snowparks: 2
    • Night skiing: Yes
    • Ski school: Yes
    • Entrance fee: 63 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$
    • Children activities: Children ski lessons, Sledging, Snow play area

Opening hours

The pistes are open in the 2026/27 winter season from 5 December 2026 to 29 March 2027. From 5 to 18 December 2026 the lifts run on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 8.15/8.30 to 16.45, from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 daily from 8.15 to 16.45, and from 4 January to 29 March 2027 Monday to Friday from 8.30 to 16.45 and Saturday and Sunday from 8.15 to 16.45.
Monday
08:30-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)
Tuesday
08:30-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)
Wednesday
08:30-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)
Thursday
08:30-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)
Friday
08:30-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)
Saturday
08:15-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)
Sunday
08:15-16:45 (4.1.2027 – 29.3.2027)

Admission fees

The day ticket is valid for the whole ski area including the sledging run. There are reduced rates for families, teenagers and children as well as local resident rates. Children up to 5 years of age ride up the mountain free of charge. Multi-day passes are available consecutively or as freely selectable days, and the season pass also includes the Wildhaus ski area as well as discounts in partner areas.
63 CHF
Adult admission
47 CHF
Junior admission
31 CHF
Child admission
53 CHF
Family admission
51 CHF
Senior admission
51 CHF
Group admission

Contact

Webpage
gruesch-danusa.ch
Email
info@gruesch-danusa.ch
Address
Valzeinastrasse 6, 7214 Grüsch

Access

Nearby stops

  • Grüsch, Talstation Danusa50 meters walking distance
  • Grüsch, Häri1300 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Chur
28m
Zürich HB
1h 22m
St. Gallen
1h 34m
Zug
1h 59m
Olten
2h 1m

FAQ

  • Is there a ski depot at the Grüsch-Danusa ski area and what does it cost?
    Yes, a heated ski depot for 350 pairs of skis, boots, helmets and poles is available at the valley station. There are 1-person, 2-person and 4-person depots as well as a luggage depot; access is granted with the ski ticket. Season pass holders receive a 10% discount.
  • Which payment methods are accepted at the Grüsch-Danusa lift ticket offices?
    Cash, Maestro, Postcard, Mastercard, American Express, Visa, Twint and Reka are accepted (100% on lift tickets, with the exception of season passes at 50%).
  • How does the barrier-free parking at the Grüsch-Danusa valley station work?
    Thanks to the barrier-free entrance you drive in directly and the parking process starts automatically when your licence plate is scanned. Payment is made before leaving or within 24 hours online, via QR code or at the parking machine by entering your licence plate. After paying you have 15 minutes to exit.
  • What cross-country skiing and winter hiking options are there on the Grüsch-Danusa plateau?
    On the plateau at 1,800 m above sea level a 4.8 km cross-country ski trail for skating and classic style runs through the landscape. There is also a panoramic winter hiking trail of 4.6 km or 2 km with a 360° view of the Prättigau and Rhine valley, as well as a 5.9 km snowshoe trail. No cross-country pass is required for the trail, only a valid gondola ticket or season pass.
  • What dining options are there in the Grüsch-Danusa ski area?
    The ski area has the Schwänzelegg mountain restaurant with self-service and an à la carte Skistübli at 1,800 m, the Red Fox après-ski hut right by the piste and the FuXlounge at the valley station. The Berghaus Schwänzelegg also offers overnight accommodation.

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