Grimentz, Swiss Alps

Grimentz: 5 things to know before you go

Swiss Alps, Switzerland 🇨🇭

A dark-timber Valais village of flowered chalets, Grimentz links over the ridge to Zinal for high, sunny, snow-sure skiing above the Val d'Anniviers.

1.Is the snow reliable in Grimentz?

Generally yes. From 1570 m at the base to 2900 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 84/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

This is more of a valley base than a slopeside village, so expect a lift, train or shuttle to the snow each morning. Staying central, near the main lift, saves the most time.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

At 120 km of piste on 22 lifts, it is a substantial mountain that rewards a multi-day stay. The terrain is balanced (6 green, 13 blue, 16 red, 6 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Grimentz stands out for a family-friendly setup.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Nov 30 to Apr 21 (about 20 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.

The full Grimentz guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Grimentz have?
About 1330 m of vertical, from a 1570 m base to 2900 m at the top.
Is Grimentz part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 120 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Grimentz good for beginners?
It can work: 6 green and 13 blue runs are enough to start, though the area rewards skiers who can already link turns.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Hôtel-Restaurant de Moiry
4.5632 reviews
195
Top pick

Hôtel-Restaurant de Moiry

Very good · 632 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Grimentz, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.5/5 from 632 reviews). It sits about 300 m from the slopes. A upper-scale option for Grimentz, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 300 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
195/ night
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Hôtel Bella Tola et Saint-Luc SPA
4.6447 reviews
205

Hôtel Bella Tola et Saint-Luc SPA

Excellent · 447 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Grimentz.

≈ 5.1 km to the slopesUpper-scale
From
205/ night
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Hôtel Weisshorn
4.4532 reviews
185

Hôtel Weisshorn

Very good · 532 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Grimentz.

≈ 4.8 km to the slopesUpper-scale
From
185/ night
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Hôtel - Restaurant Alpina
4.4472 reviews
195

Hôtel - Restaurant Alpina

Very good · 472 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Grimentz, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

≈ 250 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
195/ night
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