Top 5 best ski resorts in Switzerland

The Backside team suggests the best ski resorts to visit in Switzerland! Ski the best slopes in the country while enjoying the best facilities. We've put together a selection of the 5 must-see resorts in Switzerland! 5 resorts that will make your stay unforgettable

Verbier

Verbier is a world-renowned Swiss ski resort. Located in the canton of Valais, it is one of the country's most popular resorts. Thanks to the 4 Valleys ski area, skiers are delighted with the diversity of the slopes. The village of Verbier is also very pleasant to walk around, with its many shops and restaurants. In the middle of the main square, a huge fir tree stands. At night, with the snow and the illuminations, it is magical. Don't forget to look up to see the magnificent street lamps that turn and dress up the town centre. 

Zermatt

With its reputation as an exclusive and touristy ski resort, skiing in Zermatt is a skier's dream: 360 km of well-prepared and often demanding slopes, guaranteed snow at high altitudes and an exceptional panorama of the Matterhorn and the Swiss Alps. The village itself retains its authentic charm and is a perfect blend of tradition and design.

Laax

LAAX is located in Graubünden, Switzerland's largest province, and is the ideal destination for nature and ski lovers. Most of the slopes are above 2000 m, which makes it a ski resort with guaranteed snow. At the same time, the region is known for its good weather and there are more than 300 days of sunshine per year. Don't forget to bring your sun cream!

St. Moritz

Corviglia is the home mountain of the world famous winter sports village of St. Moritz. Perfectly groomed slopes welcome skiers between Marguns, Corviglia, Salastrains, Signal, Munt da San Murezzan and the highest point, Piz Nair (3057 m). The access points to the winter sports resort are in St. Moritz Dorf, St. Moritz Bad, Suvretta (municipality of St. Moritz) and Celerina. FIS quality slopes, endless skiing opportunities, cosmopolitan visitors and the "Champagne" atmosphere make St. Moritz one of the most famous ski areas in the world. In 1928 and 1948, St. Moritz hosted the Winter Olympics.

Crans Montana / Gstaad

Crans Montana and Gstaad will again be in demand this winter for the exceptional quality of their welcome and the wealth of activities on offer. These two resorts in the canton of Valais and Bern, in Switzerland, offer much more than just skiing. They also offer a variety of unforgettable experiences in the heart of an exceptional natural setting. These two Swiss resorts are also gastronomic hot spots. Chic and trendy, Crans Montana and Gstaad are the best ski resorts of the moment.