Villars - Gryon

Villars - Gryon, Switzerland

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Ski Area Highlights

Recommended For	Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length	100km
Highest Lift	2,100m
Resort Height	1,250m
Nearest Airports	Sion and Geneva
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Villars - Gryon

Villars - Gryon offers stunning ski terrain and picturesque views. It's a perfect destination for families and winter sports enthusiasts alike.

 Summary

This Swiss resort boasts over 120 kilometers of ski slopes, catering to all levels of skiers and snowboarders. With a charming village atmosphere, visitors can enjoy both adventure and relaxation.

The ski area of Villars - Gryon is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,250m, with 100km of marked runs.

Villars - Gryon is part of the Alpes Vaudoises ski area with access to 121 marked pistes, served by a total of 54 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Villars - Gryon itself (100km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Alpes Vaudoises ski resorts of Les Diablerets and Leysin. Villars - Gryon is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Anzère.

With ski lifts as high as 2,100m, snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Villars - Gryon is 5km long and the most difficult run is the 'Bouquetins'.

Snow and Weather

Villars - Gryon typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski to stay updated on current conditions.

When will it snow in Villars - Gryon?

The next notable snow forecast is 4cm, expected on 24 November.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The Villars - Gryon ski area features the majestic Diablerets massif, with elevations reaching up to 3,000 meters. Notable pistes include the long runs from the Bretaye and the varied terrain of the Chaux Ronde, serviced by lifts like the Roc d'Orsay and the Bretaye gondola.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Villars - Gryon

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Villars - Gryon Ski Schools and Villars - Gryon Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks at Villars - Gryon, particularly the park at Bretaye, which offers a range of features suitable for all skill levels. The varied terrain also provides ample opportunities for freeriding.

Location and Map

Where is Villars - Gryon?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps.

Map

Tap for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.

How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Villars - Gryon is Sion, 60 minutes drive away.

Geneva, Basel, Berne, Annecy, Chambery, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Friedrichshafen and Turin Caselle 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.

Villars - Gryon is easily accessible via major transport routes. The nearest airports are Geneva, approximately 90 minutes away, and Sion, which offers a more direct route to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 16 ski lifts are able to uplift 38,300 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 26km of ski runs, with 13 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Villars - Gryon open?

 Open from : 5 December 2025.

 Closes : 12 April 2026.

Usual opening is late December, and usual closing is Late April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After skiing, unwind at popular spots like the Bull's Eye bar or the cozy Le Sporting restaurant. For a lively night out, head to the nightclub, Le Cactus.