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# 4Beginner Terrain in Valais
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Overview

The Valaisian winter-sports paradise of Grächen-St. Niklaus is ideal for anyone who loves snow. Perched on a magnificent sunwashed plateau (1,620 m above sea level) just short of Zermatt, it offers fantastic views of the highest Alpine peaks in Valais.

Inside Scoop

Restaurants, shops, banks, post office, petrol station, night clubs, and a museum.

Plan Your Trip

Ski Rental

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

62cm
39cm
26cm
13cm
0cm
9cm
Nov
25cm
Dec
51cm
Jan
27cm
Feb
21cm
Mar
10cm
Apr
0cm
May
Intermediate Runs
20%
Advanced Runs
75%
Expert Runs
5%
Runs in Total
12
Longest Run
7 km
Skiable Terrain
44 km
Snow Making
44 km

Total Lifts: 9

Gondolas & Trams
1
Quad Chairs
3
Surface Lifts
5

Elevation

Base
1619m
Summit
2868m
Vertical Drop
1249m

Important Dates

December 16, 20232023/12/16
Projected Opening
April 07, 20242024/04/07
Projected Closing
129
Projected Days Open
121
Days Open Last Year
38
Years Open
0cm
Average Snowfall
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