Gryon Ski Resort Guide
Gryon, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 60km 37 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,020m 6,627ft |
| Resort Height | 1,200m 3,937ft |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
Gryon
Nestled in the Swiss Alps, Gryon offers a charming ski experience. With breathtaking views and diverse slopes, it's perfect for all skill levels.
Summary
Gryon is a picturesque ski resort that combines stunning scenery with an inviting atmosphere. It offers a variety of runs suitable for beginners and advanced skiers alike, ensuring a memorable winter getaway.
The ski area of Gryon is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,200m 3,937ft , with 60km 37 miles of marked runs.
Gryon has direct access to 60km 37 miles of downhill skiing, with 52 marked pistes, served by a total of 27 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,020m 6,627ft , snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Gryon is 2km 1 miles long.
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Snow and Weather
Gryon typically enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 70 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Gryon?
The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 18 November.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Gryon Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5km 3 miles | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 32km 20 miles | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 23km 14 miles | |
| Downhill Total Length | 60km 37 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 44km 27 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 27 | |
Gryon Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,020m 6,627ft |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,300m 4,265ft |
| Resort Altitude (Gryon) | 1,200m 3,937ft |
| Max Vertical | 820m 2,690ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
The Gryon ski area is part of the larger Villars-Gryon ski domain, offering over 125 kilometers of slopes. With elevations reaching up to 2,100 meters, notable pistes include the La Barboleuse and the Chaux Ronde, accessed via lifts like the Gryon cable car and the Villars gondola.
Gryon offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Gryon

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Gryon Ski Schools and Gryon Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding in Gryon is enjoyable with several terrain parks available. The snow park at Villars features jumps and obstacles suitable for all levels, providing a great space for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Gryon?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Aigle District, Canton of Vaud.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Gryon is Sion, 50 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Berne, Annecy, Basel, Chambery, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Dole–Jura and Zurich airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Gryon is easily accessible via train from Geneva Airport, with a scenic route that takes around 2 hours. Travelers can also drive, with well-maintained roads leading directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 27 ski lifts are able to uplift 16,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 4km 2 miles of ski runs, with 10 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Gryon open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, head to places like the Le Gypaète bar or the Restaurant du Châtelard for a cozy atmosphere. For nightlife, the local club, Le Bivouac, offers music and dancing.