Ski Holidays Verbier, Switzerland

Why ski in Verbier? The four valleys ski area is the biggest ski area in Switzerland, and has runs to suit all levels. However it is more suitable for intermediates and experts as there are many challenging runs and offers fantastic off piste. All the lift systems are modern for effortless transport around the mountains.

Beginner Skiing in Verbier ***

Verbier has an excellent and well-established ski school, with plenty of English speaking instructors. There are nursery slopes both at the village level and above.

Intermediate Skiing in Verbier ****

Verbier offers a fantastic variety of slopes for intermediates, with a particular reference to the pistes of Savoleyres, which offers some phenomenal views of Verbier with plenty of testing red runs to help you progress.

Advanced skiing in Verbier *****

Verbier is an experts skiers dream, known for its steep runs and outstanding off-piste. There are some real classic runs here, notably the exhilarating black run from the Mont Fort and routes form the Col des Gentaines and Mont Gele.

Off Piste and Freeride skiing in Verbier *****

The off-piste in Verbier is world renowned, they even hold the O’Neil Xtreme competition here, which gives you an idea of the type of terrain Verbier has to offer. The Mont Gele cable car serves no pistes at all; it allows access to a variety of off-piste runs and couloirs to choose form perfect for all freeride skiers and snowboarding. For the less squeamish check out the Lac des Vaux, which are wide-open powder fields. If you like off-piste riding through the trees check out the Bruson area.

Snowboarding and Freestyle skiing in Verbier ****

With hardly a draglift to be seen makes Verbier the perfect resort for snowboarders. Check out the Snow Park at La Chaux or the fast boarder cross at Savoleyres. The terrain park in La Chaux is a freestyles heaven featuring 3 separate lines with a number a number of kickers and rails. Sadly there is no half pipe but Verbier is famous for its extreme natural terrain with plenty of rock drops and insane cliff jumps to choose from.