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Lauchernalp (Lötschental) Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 12
Projected to open December 12, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
24cm
7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Lauchernalp (Lötschental)
Lifts
7
Longest run
16 km / 9.9 mi
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Zur Wildi Bar – This cozy and welcoming après-ski bar at the base of the Lauchernalp ski area is renowned for its relaxed alpine atmosphere, friendly service, and scenic terrace, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and local specialties after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:05 PM UTC
40cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+5%
vs 5-Year Avg
38cm avg by now
-12%
vs 30-Year Avg
45cm avg by now
38cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 39.8 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~39.9 cm. That's 5% above the 5-year average (38 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 11% below the 30-year average (45 cm).
Lauchernalp (Lötschental) Season Snowfall
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Lauchernalp (Lötschental) Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 700cm with an average of 101 snowfall days per season. 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 | 93cm | 13 days | 49cm | 91cm | 20cm |
| December | 108cm | 14 days | 114cm | 156cm | 21cm |
| January | 99cm | 13 days | 158cm | 195cm | 20cm |
| February | 87cm | 12 days | 188cm | 219cm | 18cm |
| March | 89cm | 13 days | 198cm | 225cm | 18cm |
| April | 73cm | 11 days | 190cm | 221cm | 16cm |
| May | 60cm | 10 days | 142cm | 191cm | 15cm |
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 12, 2026
Through Apr 11, 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 Lauchernalp (Lötschental)
- Where is Lauchernalp (Lötschental)?
- Lauchernalp (Lötschental) is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Lauchernalp (Lötschental)?
- Lauchernalp (Lötschental) runs from a base elevation of 1,403 m (4,603 ft) to a summit of 3,100 m (10,171 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,697 m (5,568 ft).
- How big is Lauchernalp (Lötschental)?
- Lauchernalp (Lötschental) has 13 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- When is ski season at Lauchernalp (Lötschental)?
- Lauchernalp (Lötschental) 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.
