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Schilthorn Resort Guide
Projected to open Nov 7
Projected to open November 7, 2026
Best months to book: December, January, March · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 7
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Last Snowfall
Oct 28
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Past 10 Days
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Resort Guide
Schilthorn is a Swiss ski resort located in the Bernese Alps, offering panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. The resort features a diverse range of slopes suitable for all abilities, with over 50 kilometers of pistes and the renowned Inferno downhill run. Visitors can enjoy unique experiences such as the revolving Piz Gloria restaurant, made famous by a James Bond film, as well as modern lift facilities and winter hiking trails. Schilthorn stands out for its dramatic alpine scenery and its blend of classic Swiss charm with cinematic history.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Schilthorn
Lifts
17
Longest run
15.8 km / 9.8 mi
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Piz Gloria – Perched atop the Schilthorn summit, Piz Gloria is renowned for its panoramic Alpine views, revolving restaurant, and stylish James Bond-themed bar, making it a unique and iconic après-ski destination celebrated for its atmosphere and cinematic history.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:06 PM UTC
68cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+4%
vs 5-Year Avg
65cm avg by now
+9%
vs 30-Year Avg
62cm avg by now
65cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 67.8 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~67.6 cm. That's 4% above the 5-year average (65 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 9% above the 30-year average (62 cm).
Schilthorn Season Snowfall
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Schilthorn Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 789cm with an average of 112 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 | 109cm | 14 days | 2,349cm | 2,363cm | 23cm |
| December | 111cm | 14 days | 2,371cm | 2,386cm | 21cm |
| January | 102cm | 13 days | 2,391cm | 2,430cm | 21cm |
| February | 87cm | 12 days | 2,395cm | 2,407cm | 17cm |
| March | 94cm | 14 days | 2,399cm | 2,409cm | 18cm |
| April | 83cm | 13 days | 2,400cm | 2,409cm | 18cm |
| May | 76cm | 12 days | 2,325cm | 2,403cm | 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 Nov 7, 2026
Through Apr 25, 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 Schilthorn
- Where is Schilthorn?
- Schilthorn is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Schilthorn?
- Schilthorn runs from a base elevation of 1,588 m (5,210 ft) to a summit of 2,970 m (9,744 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,382 m (4,534 ft).
- How big is Schilthorn?
- Schilthorn has 17 lifts.
- When is ski season at Schilthorn?
- Schilthorn typically operates from November 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 Schilthorn get in a typical season?
- Schilthorn averages 127 inches / 323 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
