Vandans

Vandans, Austria

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Vandans

Vandans is a charming ski resort nestled in the Montafon valley. With diverse slopes and a welcoming atmosphere, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.

 Summary

Vandans offers a delightful mix of leisure and adventure, making it perfect for families and seasoned winter sports enthusiasts alike. The resort is known for its stunning scenery and well-maintained pistes, ensuring a memorable experience on the slopes.

The ski area of Vandans is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 650m 2,133ft , with 40km 25 miles of marked runs.

Vandans has direct access to 40km 25 miles of downhill skiing, with 21 marked pistes, served by a total of 8 ski lifts.

With ski lifts as high as 2,200m 7,218ft , snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The most difficult run is the 'Diabolo', which is 1km 1 miles in length.

Snow and Weather

Vandans typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 50-150 cm throughout the season. Regular snow updates are available on J2Ski, ensuring you stay informed about the latest conditions and snowmelt.

When will it snow in Vandans?

The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 24 January.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The ski area of Vandans spans approximately 18 kilometers of slopes, with elevations reaching up to 2,300 meters. Key lifts include the Vandans-Golm gondola and notable pistes such as the wide blue runs for beginners and challenging red runs for advanced skiers.

Vandans offers good sking, particularly, for Beginner skiers.

Ski Lessons in Vandans

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Vandans Ski Schools and Vandans Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will find plenty to enjoy at Vandans, especially the terrain park at the Golm ski area. Featuring various jumps and features, the park is ideal for those looking to practice tricks and enhance their skills.

Location and Map

Where is Vandans?

This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Bludenz District, Vorarlberg.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Vandans is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 43 minutes drive away.

Friedrichshafen, Innsbruck Airport, Memmingen, Zurich, Stuttgart, Basel, Munich, Lugano and Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg airports are all within three hours drive.

Friedrichshafen and St. Gallen-Altenrhein are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

Vandans is easily accessible via major regional airports such as Innsbruck and Zurich. From there, reaching the resort by rental car or shuttle service offers a scenic drive through the beautiful Austrian landscape.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 10,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, with 37 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Vandans open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, the après-ski scene in Vandans is lively yet relaxed. Notable spots include the cozy Gasthof Löwen and the vibrant Montafoner Stube, perfect for unwinding with friends over drinks and traditional Austrian cuisine.