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Aletsch Arena Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 5
Projected to open December 5, 2026
Best months to book: January, March, February · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 5
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Last Snowfall
Oct 28
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Past 10 Days
46cm
7-Day Forecast
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Resort Guide
Aletsch Arena is located in the Swiss Alps in the canton of Valais and is renowned for its direct access to the UNESCO-listed Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps. The resort encompasses the car-free villages of Riederalp, Bettmeralp, and Fiescheralp, offering over 100 kilometers of ski slopes with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Visitors enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, modern lift infrastructure, and a variety of winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, and glacier hiking. The unique proximity to the Aletsch Glacier and the tranquil, traffic-free environment distinguish Aletsch Arena as a standout alpine destination.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Aletsch Arena
Lifts
35
Longest run
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola4
- Chondola1
- Aerial tram5
- Surface lift16
- Funicular1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Bergrestaurant Bettmerhorn – This mountaintop venue is renowned for its panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier and its vibrant après-ski scene, offering a cozy atmosphere with local wines, Swiss specialties, and regular live music events that attract both skiers and snowboarders.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:01 PM UTC
81cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+2%
vs 5-Year Avg
80cm avg by now
+23%
vs 30-Year Avg
66cm avg by now
80cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 81.4 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~81.6 cm. That's near the 5-year average (80 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 24% above the 30-year average (66 cm).
Aletsch Arena Season Snowfall
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Aletsch Arena Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 806cm with an average of 113 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 12% above this average (900cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 112cm | 14 days | 3,102cm | 3,105cm | 24cm |
| December | 113cm | 14 days | 3,107cm | 3,110cm | 22cm |
| January | 101cm | 14 days | 3,111cm | 3,119cm | 20cm |
| February | 87cm | 12 days | 3,111cm | 3,113cm | 17cm |
| March | 96cm | 14 days | 3,112cm | 3,114cm | 18cm |
| April | 86cm | 13 days | 3,113cm | 3,115cm | 19cm |
| May | 78cm | 12 days | 3,049cm | 3,114cm | 18cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 5, 2026
Through Apr 3, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Aletsch Arena
- Where is Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena runs from a base elevation of 1,845 m (6,053 ft) to a summit of 2,869 m (9,413 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,024 m (3,360 ft).
- How big is Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena has 35 lifts.
- When is ski season at Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Aletsch Arena get in a typical season?
- Aletsch Arena averages 276 inches / 701 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
