📷 Aletsch Arena
Europe
Aletsch Arena
Off-season
Last season ended April 3, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · 30-yr snow record
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Off-season — closed April 3
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 9
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0.8cm
7-Day Forecast
1.7cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
2
2026–27 season
Aletsch Arena is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
March
#1 to book
89cm avg
January
#2 to book
93cm avg
February
#3 to book
81cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 10:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Off-season
Last season ended April 3, 2026
35 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
Aletsch Arena (live cams)
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About Aletsch Arena
Aletsch Arena is located in the Swiss Alps in the canton of Valais and is renowned for its direct access to the UNESCO-listed Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps. The resort encompasses the car-free villages of Riederalp, Bettmeralp, and Fiescheralp, offering over 100 kilometers of ski slopes with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Visitors enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, modern lift infrastructure, and a variety of winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, and glacier hiking. The unique proximity to the Aletsch Glacier and the tranquil, traffic-free environment distinguish Aletsch Arena as a standout alpine destination.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Aletsch Arena
- Where is Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena runs from a base elevation of 1,845 m (6,053 ft) to a summit of 2,869 m (9,413 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,024 m (3,360 ft).
- How big is Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena has 235 acres (95 hectares) of skiable terrain and 35 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Aletsch Arena?
- Aletsch Arena typically operates from December 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 Aletsch Arena get in a typical season?
- Aletsch Arena averages 276 inches / 701 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Aletsch Arena in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #46 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +12% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Aletsch Arena averaged +12% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Aletsch Arena sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -10%, '15-16 +3%, '23-24 +44%. A pattern, not a promise.
