St. Moritz is a ski resort located in Graubunden, Switzerland, sitting at an elevation range of 5,948ft (1813m) to 10,030ft (3057m). With a vertical drop of 4,082ft (1244m), the resort offers 155 trails served by 24 lifts across 2,100 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), approximately 190 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 50% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Late November to Mid April
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
50cm
Snow Depth
(20")
-5°C
-14°C to -5°C
(7°F / 23°F)
180"
Annual Snowfall
(457cm)
50%
Snowmaking
coverage
180"
annual avg
155
Total Trails
24
Lifts
2,100
Skiable Acres
4,082ft
Vertical Drop
St. Moritz offers a balanced mix of terrain with 30% beginner, 38% intermediate, 25% advanced, and 7% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
24
Total Lifts
4,082ft
Vertical Drop
1,244m
(4,082ft)
10,030ft
Peak
5,948ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$90
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at St. Moritz. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
February
45cm snow, high crowds, $105/day
November
$75/day, 20cm snow, low crowds
50cm
snowfall
-5°/-14°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
45cm
snowfall
-3°/-12°
high/low °C
crowds
$105
day pass
40cm
snowfall
2°/-7°
high/low °C
crowds
$89
day pass
15cm
snowfall
7°/-2°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
20cm
snowfall
0°/-8°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
40cm
snowfall
-3°/-12°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for St. Moritz.
Adult Day Pass
$89
per day
Season Pass
$1,700
full season
Day pass pricing at St. Moritz varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. St. Moritz is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Approx. 190 min drive
Graubunden, Switzerland 🇨🇭
46.4908°N, 9.8355°E
The drive from Zurich Airport to St. Moritz takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
St. Moritz offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.