The complete guide to skiing in Switzerland

Regions, passes, races

This detailed guide to Swiss ski resorts provides links to opening times, pass prices, and special offers at over 50 resorts across 9 regions!

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Ski Switzerland!

The finest ski resorts in the world

What are the best ski resorts in Switzerland? Find the answers with Credit Suisse's exclusive guide to the top five Swiss ski destinations you simply can't miss.

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Three magical ice-skating places

Our top picks for ice-skating fans

If you're an ice-skating fan, you will love our three location suggestions. Grab your skates, take in the crisp air and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery.

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9 top ideas for ski-shy folks

Depart from the mainstream

They say it's a rare breed of locals in the Romandie who eschew ‘the ski'. So just what can you do here in winter if you don't ski or snowboard? Writer P.K. Read investigates the options.

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Come up - slow down

Gstaad: Always a chance to unwind

Gstaad in the Bernese Oberland is about as diverse and unique as any ski destination anywhere.

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Winter magic in the city of Bern

Feel the wintry charm of the Swiss Capital

Stroll through one of Bern's lovely Christmas markets or have a mulled wine at one of the cool winter pop-up bars. Winter in Bern is enchanting and Christmas time brings even more beauty to this city.

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This is Graubünden

Discover winter holidays your way!

Winter in Graubünden is a varied and multi-faceted affair. From a skiing to wellness oasis - you can discover your very own perfect holiday in the midst of the majestic Swiss alpine world. Get...

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Winter outings in Schwyz

A diverse range of winter experiences

Looking for a winter wonderland at your doorstep? Check out the region of Schwyz for your next snowy getaway.

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Hidden gem of Engadin

A winter paradise waits in Sils Maria

From cross-country skiing to snowshoeing, Marina Moeller discovers that Sils Maria is a winter playground for all.

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Slope Style

Lenzerheide-Arosa

My Girlfriend Guide gives you tips on where to stay, what to eat and what to wear when you hit the slopes at the combined Lenzerheide-Arosa ski destination.

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Winter getaways: a panoramic alpine spa

The perfect complement – or antidote – to winter sports

If you're looking for an alternative to winter sports or a change from the winter cold, how about spending a day in one of Switzerland's alpine wellness centres?

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Top 11 affordable chalets in Switzerland

Make the most of your holidays without going broke

Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to be a millionaire to enjoy an idyllic break in Switzerland. These 11 chalets and apartments are the perfect retreat for families and friends!

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Up, up and away

Winter blues getting you down?

Every year at the end of January, this festival takes place in a small village in Vaud which offers perfect flying conditions for these graceful aeronautical elephants.

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Snowshoe walking in the Jura

"It's just like walking"

When I was persuaded to buy snowshoes by a couple of crazy mountain-climbing friends, I wasn't quite sure what to expect.

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A beginners guide to Swiss Fondue

Do you know how to fondue?

Fondue is perfect for the colder months. Adored by the Swiss, each region boasts its own special recipe variations.

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Swiss watchmaking at its finest

Discover the cradle of fine Swiss watchmaking: La-Chaux-de-Fonds

The region of Jura & Three Lakes has a pre-historic ring to it (the Jurassic age is named after the Jura mountains, as any dinosaur fan will tell you). But Jura has a lot more going for it than its...

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Shopper's delight

We help you find the perfect gifts

With the sweet smell of roasting chestnuts wafting through the air and mulled wine stands popping up, the Christmas season is here. For those new to Switzerland or simply looking to discover hidden...

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Top 20 places for Christmas shopping in Zurich

A Where-to-buy-what-for-whom Guide in Zurich

Gift-giving season is coming. You have a shopping list to complete. You run out of ideas, and of time. What can be new and different from the previous years? This list can save you, and will...

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