Les Pleiades Ski Resort Guide
Les Pleiades, Switzerland
Rated: 3/5 (from 3 ratings) Write a Review
| Recommended For | Beginners and Snowboarders. |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 1,348m 4,423ft |
| Resort Height | 1,348m 4,423ft |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Berne |
Les Pleiades
Les Pleiades offers a delightful skiing experience with breathtaking mountain views. This hidden gem is perfect for families and all skill levels.
Summary
Located near the picturesque town of Vevey, Les Pleiades boasts a range of slopes suitable for beginners and advanced skiers alike. With a quaint village atmosphere, visitors can enjoy a relaxed, enjoyable skiing holiday.
The ski area of Les Pleiades is at an altitude of 1,348m 4,423ft .
Les Pleiades has direct access to 5 marked pistes, served by a total of 5 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Partner Offers
Snow and Weather
Visitors to Les Pleiades can expect reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during the peak season. For the latest snow information and updates, check J2Ski for comprehensive details.
When will it snow in Les Pleiades?
The next notable snow forecast is 5cm 2in , expected on 13 April.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to base | Snow to base |
Ski Area Stats
Les Pleiades Ski Area
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 3 | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 20km 12 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 5 | |
Les Pleiades Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,348m 4,423ft |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Les Pleiades) | 1,348m 4,423ft |
| Lowest Piste | 1,048m 3,438ft |
| Max Vertical | 300m 984ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding |
Skiing
The ski area at Les Pleiades spans approximately 30 kilometers of pistes, with elevations reaching up to 1,800 meters. Notable runs include the blue La Tissière and the red Les Pichons, serviced by efficient lifts like the Les Pleiades gondola and the chairlift to La Loutze.
Les Pleiades offers good sking, particularly, for Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Les Pleiades
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Les Pleiades Ski Schools and Les Pleiades Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain park located at Les Pleiades, featuring various jumps and rails suitable for all skill levels. The natural terrain also offers ample opportunities for freeriding.
Location and Map
Where is Les Pleiades?
This ski resort is in Blonay-Saint-Légier, Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut District, Switzerland.
Map
Tap 
for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.
How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Les Pleiades is Sion, 48 minutes drive away.
Berne, Geneva, Annecy, Chambery, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Basel, Zurich, Dole–Jura and Turin Caselle airports are all within three hours drive.
Berne and Sion are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Les Pleiades is easily accessible via the A9 motorway, with the closest major airport being Geneva International Airport, approximately 90 kilometers away. From there, travelers can take a scenic train ride to Vevey and a short bus transfer to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The five ski lifts are able to uplift 5,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Les Pleiades open?
Opened (since December 21, 2025).
Closed : March 8, 2026.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Apres-ski at Les Pleiades is both cozy and vibrant, with bars like La Grange serving local wines and hearty dishes. For nightlife, the nearby Le Pleiades restaurant offers a lively atmosphere perfect for winding down after a day on the slopes.
