Family Skiing in Switzerland

Best-known for its spectacular scenery and stylish ski resorts, Switzerland is also home to some excellent family-friendly ski centres. With a host of charming and traditional Swiss villages, the country also boasts some well-equipped resorts and fantastic modern facilities, which all help to make family skiing in Switzerland a popular choice each season. 

 

There are numerous choices for family skiing in Switzerland, ranging from world-famous towns full of style and glamour to traditional villages, oozing plenty of Swiss charm. The presence of first-class ski schools and convenient pedestrian village centres all add to the appeal of family skiing in Switzerland. Zermatt, one of the most popular ski resorts in Europe, offers something for everyone on a family skiing holiday in Switzerland, boasting extensive terrain for all levels of skiers, four village, has diverse slopes set against picturesque surroundings, and Villars, known for its childcare centres, a dazzling array of on and off-the-slope activities and a charming car-free town centre, whilst Crans-Montana offers an upmarket, serene and refined village, with excellent children’s facilities at a price. Other more accessible options include the beautiful Saas Fee, boasting a traditional Swiss village centre which is car-free, whilst the peaceful Wengen in the Jungfrau Top Ski region, also home to a pedestrian charming cog railway, and sunny ski slopes. Those looking for family skiing in Switzerland on a budget could head to the buzzing resort of Leysin, which is also lift-linked to Villars and Les Diablerets.

 

Although not the cheapest destination, factors such as free lift passes help to attract visitors for family skiing in Switzerland, with resorts such as Villars, Leysin and Les Diablerets offering seasonal specials including free skiing and accommodation for under-9's, Zermatt providing free passes for under-10's and Saas Fee giving free passes to all children accompanied by an adult. Modern, fast and efficient lift systems have been installed in most Swiss ski resorts, making getting around the slopes much easier for all family members, even the smallest. Accommodation for family skiing in Switzerland is usually of a high standard, and can feature cosy sking chalets, nestled on the mountains, or slope-side pensions and hotels, all at prices to suit varying budgets.