Valais, Switzerland

Verbier Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 215 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

Budget Friendly

10,925ft

Peak Elevation

6,004ft

Vertical Drop

215

Trails

300"

Annual Snow

Overview

Verbier is a ski resort in Valais, Switzerland, with an elevation range from 4,921ft (1500m) to 10,925ft (3330m). The vertical drop is 6,004ft (1830m) across 215 trails served by 35 lifts and 2,500 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), about 130 minutes away by car. Verbier receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Late April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

80cm(31in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Verbier's snowiest peak-season month.

300"

Annual Snowfall

(762cm)

-1°C

February Avg High

-8°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 10% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

300"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

215

Total Trails

Lifts

2,500

Skiable Acres

6,004ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

13%

Beginner: 28 trails

32%

Intermediate: 69 trails

37%

Advanced: 80 trails

18%

Expert: 39 trails

13%Beginner (28)

32%Intermediate (69)

37%Advanced (80)

18%Expert (39)

Verbier has 215 trails: 13% green, 32% blue, 37% black, and 18% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 55% of the terrain at Verbier.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

6,004ft

Vertical Drop

1,830m

(6,004ft)

Elevation Profile

10,925ft

Peak

4,921ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$86

avg/day

$92

Jan

$98

Feb

$85

Mar

$72

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$72

Nov

$98

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($72)

Best Month to Visit Verbier

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions

score

75cm

Moderate

$92/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Verbier, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 75cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

60cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$98

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Verbier.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$85

per day

Season Pass

$1,800

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

4 Vallees

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Verbier is included on the 4 Vallees pass.

Getting to Verbier

Nearest Airport

Geneva Airport (GVA)

Approx. 130 min drive

Location

Valais, Switzerland 🇨🇭

46.0966°N, 7.2282°E

The drive from Geneva Airport to Verbier takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Verbier open for the season?

Verbier typically opens in Late November and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Verbier?

A day lift pass at Verbier starts at $85 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Verbier good for beginners?

Verbier has 13% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Verbier get per year?

Verbier receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 10% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Verbier?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Verbier in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 75cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

215

Total Trails

Lifts

2,500

Skiable Acres

6,004ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

13%

Beginner: 28 trails

32%

Intermediate: 69 trails

37%

Advanced: 80 trails

18%

Expert: 39 trails

13%Beginner (28)

32%Intermediate (69)

37%Advanced (80)

18%Expert (39)

Verbier has 215 trails: 13% green, 32% blue, 37% black, and 18% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 55% of the terrain at Verbier.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Verbier open for the season?

Verbier typically opens in Late November and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Verbier?

A day lift pass at Verbier starts at $85 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Verbier good for beginners?

Verbier has 13% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Verbier get per year?

Verbier receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 10% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Verbier?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Verbier in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 75cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.