Crans-Montana Ski Holidays

Crans-Montana ski resort offers fantastic views over the Valais Alps, and a great sunshine record. Go skiing in Crans-Montana to enjoy 140km of slopes.

Crans-Montana Ski Resort

A little to the east of Verbier and on the north side of the Rhone valley; Crans-Montana is one of Switzerland’s largest ski resorts, with a south-facing location at 1,500m which gives it one of the best sunshine records in the country. With breathtaking views, super skiing, a gourmet dining scene and some great luxury accommodation options, Crans-Montana is a great choice.

Sun-drenched and spectacularly located, Crans-Montana is among the crème de la crème of Alpine ski resorts. Essentially a twin town – Crans and Montana coming together to become one of Valais’ best-loved ski holiday destinations.

An overall expansive natural landscape, panoramic views of the Valais Alps, a wide range of accommodation and extensive Alpine shopping combine to provide all of the comforts and beauty of a modern ski resort.

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Crans-Montana Transfer Time

Geneva

2h 0m

Zurich

3h 30m

Best For...

Matterhorn views
Short breaks
Stunning scenery

Resort Statistics

Resort Altitude 1,500m
Skiing Altitude 3,000m
Total Ski Area 140km
Lifts 24
Blue Runs 45km
Red Runs 70km
Black Runs 25km
Cross Country 20km

Ski Accommodation in Crans-Montana, Switzerland

Our collection of Crans-Montana ski accommodation has been hand-picked by our ski experts. Whether you’re looking for a luxury escape, a boutique hotel or something suitable for the whole family, our experts would be delighted to help you find the perfect accommodation for your ski holiday.

Ski Areas in Crans-Montana

The Crans-Montana ski area has 140km of pistes served by 24 lifts, from which skiers and boarders can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching from Mont Blanc in the west to the Matterhorn in the east. Crans-Montana’s skiing goes up to a height of 3,000m on the Plaine Morte glacier and the 8km run down from Plaine Morte is a long, steep red that is one of the most dramatic in the Alps. Amazing mountain for intermediate skiers.

Skiing in Crans-Montana

Most of the descents in Crans-Montana sit comfortably in the blue and red divisions, so it’s a welcoming spot for beginners and intermediates. Crans-Montana skiing offers plenty of cruising opportunities for advanced intermediates, whilst there is some good off-piste to be had below La Tsa or Chetzeron. A Fun Zone includes a snowpark filled with rails, jumps and boxes, an ‘easy snowpark’ designed for younger or less experienced freestylers, and the Brizzly Bear Slope – a fun area with entertaining modules for the whole family.

Crans-Montana Ski Weekends

Snowboarding in Crans-Montana

Plenty of long red runs make the perfect cruising territory for boarders looking to work on their technique, whilst more advanced boarders will feel at home in the resort’s Snowpark and the Plaine Morte Glacier off-piste area. Those who are completely new to the sport should be aware of the flat paths around resort and drag lifts which connect up some of the easier blue runs, as this may prove more complicated without experience.

Ski Schools in Crans-Montana

With many ski schools and instructors to choose between, there really is something for everybody.

We’ve partnered with Swiss Ski School and Swiss Mountain Sport and highly recommend their services. All of our partners offer fantastic lessons for all ability levels.

Book your ski lessons with our recommended suppliers. If you’re traveling during a peak week be sure to book these well in advance.

Crèches in Crans-Montana

Crans-Montana offers two snow garden areas dedicated to young learners: Snow Island, ideally located in the resort, and Arnouva, on the slopes. Both offer safe, well-equipped spaces where children aged 3 and above are welcome to learn the basics with the help of specialist instructors from the region. For younger children, a programme of 50% skiing and 50% play is recommended, then as they get older, they will spend more time skiing. A professional touristic crèche for very young children (from 9 months) is available in the centre of the resort.

Restaurants in Crans-Montana

Crans-Montana offers the choice of over 90 restaurants across a variety of mountain huts, cafes, tea rooms and snack-bars. Sample local Swiss fayre, sublime Japanese cuisine or more family-friendly Italian or French dining. The region produces a number of good-quality local wines. Notable establishments include Le Mayen which does an excellent fondue and raclette, Le Gueuleton which will delight all lovers of good aged meat or la Ferme St Amour for those who want to dine and party. 23 restaurants awaits on the mountain.

Après Ski in Crans-Montana

Families and couples will enjoy Crans-Montana’s laid-back après ski scene, hosting après ski bars, a casino and over 25 bars to choose between. Visitors will enjoy the friendly atmosphere in this picturesque town, as you finish your evening meal with a visit to a piano bar, cabaret or cocktail lounge. Famous bars include the thriving Monkis’bar, the Moon bar and Easy bar for amazing cocktails or New Pub for its pinball and large TV screens. Don’t miss the après ski at Zero Dix.

Best Après Ski in Crans-Montana

Non-Skiers

Crans-Montana is very well equipped with a wide range of activities to keep non-skiers entertained. Alongside the traditional selection of ice skating, or sledding and tobogganing, there is a cinema and bowling alley in the resort too, making it the ideal choice for families with young children. Shopping is also one of Crans-Montana’s main attractions, with over 150 shops offering everything from designer boutiques to cheese, wine and Swiss watches.

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