Arolla Ski Resort Guide
Arolla, Switzerland
Rated: 3/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowfall! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 47km |
| Highest Lift | 3,000m |
| Resort Height | 2,003m |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
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Arolla
The ski area of Arolla is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 2,003m, with 47km of marked runs.
Summary
Arolla has direct access to 47km of downhill skiing, with 13 marked pistes, served by a total of 5 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 2,003m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,000m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Arolla offers some good boarding.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Arolla is 6km long and the most difficult run is the 'Noire du Mont Dolin', which is 5km in length.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Arolla?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm, expected on 21 December, with around 39cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Arolla Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | 9km |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 6 | 19km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 3 | 19km |
| Downhill Total Length | 47km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 25km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 5 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Arolla Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 3,000m |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Arolla) | 2,003m |
| Lowest Piste | 2,000m |
| Max Vertical | 1,000m |
Ski Slope Aspects
NE
Arolla has ski slopes facing north-east (good for keeping the snow).
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Arolla
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Arolla Ski Schools and Arolla Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Arolla?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Evolène, Hérens District.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Arolla is Sion, 45 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Annecy and Berne airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The five ski lifts are able to uplift 3,550 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 2km of ski runs, with 3 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Arolla open?
Opened (since 23 November 2024).
Closes : 21 April 2025.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
