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Saas-Fee Resort Guide
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Last Snowfall
Oct 28
2d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
35cm
7-Day Forecast
3cm
Snow Depth
1cm
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Saas-Fee is a high-altitude ski resort located in the Swiss Alps, renowned for its glacier skiing and car-free village atmosphere. The resort offers over 100 kilometers of ski slopes, modern lift systems, and panoramic views of surrounding 4,000-meter peaks. Signature experiences include year-round skiing on the glacier, a snow park for freestyle enthusiasts, and a variety of mountain restaurants. Saas-Fee stands out for its traditional alpine charm, reliable snow conditions, and family-friendly amenities.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Saas-Fee
Lifts
23
Longest run
14 km / 8.7 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola6
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed 61
- Quad chair1
- Surface lift12
- Funicular1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Magic Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Popcorn – A legendary après-ski bar and nightclub in Saas-Fee, Popcorn is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, live DJ performances, and late-night parties, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders looking to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:06 PM UTC
86cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+12%
vs 5-Year Avg
77cm avg by now
+44%
vs 30-Year Avg
60cm avg by now
77cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 86.4 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~86.2 cm. That's 12% above the 5-year average (77 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 44% above the 30-year average (60 cm).
Saas-Fee Season Snowfall
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Saas-Fee Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 665cm with an average of 94 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 | 112cm | 12 days | 177cm | 224cm | 27cm |
| December | 76cm | 11 days | 234cm | 269cm | 20cm |
| January | 70cm | 11 days | 286cm | 394cm | 17cm |
| February | 58cm | 10 days | 283cm | 307cm | 14cm |
| March | 74cm | 11 days | 294cm | 322cm | 19cm |
| April | 91cm | 12 days | 302cm | 335cm | 24cm |
| May | 78cm | 10 days | 220cm | 329cm | 22cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
16.2
Season Average
112 days scored
57
Best Day
21 Oct
5
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
July 2026
- 1725 Jul
- 1524 Jul
- 1526 Jul
August 2026
- 2416 Aug
- 2118 Aug
- 1713 Aug
September 2026
- 2326 Sep
- 2030 Sep
- 1925 Sep
October 2026
- 5721 Oct28cm
- 5723 Oct1cm
- 5424 Oct1cm
October scored highest for Saas-Fee in 2026. Based on 112 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026-27)
Opened Jul 11, 2026
Scheduled close: Apr 19, 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 Saas-Fee
- Where is Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee runs from a base elevation of 1,800 m (5,906 ft) to a summit of 3,550 m (11,647 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,750 m (5,741 ft).
- How big is Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee has 32 marked runs and 23 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee is on the Magic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee typically operates from October 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 Saas-Fee get in a typical season?
- Saas-Fee averages 350 inches / 890 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
