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Champex-Lac Resort Guide
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Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Off-season — closed April 5
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Resort Guide
Champex-Lac is a ski resort located in the Swiss Alps in the Valais region, offering a tranquil alpine setting with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and lake. The resort features a variety of ski slopes suitable for beginners and intermediates, as well as cross-country trails and snowshoe routes. Key amenities include ski schools, equipment rentals, and a welcoming village atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for families and those seeking a peaceful winter escape. The unique combination of lakeside scenery and mountain activities distinguishes Champex-Lac as a charming and versatile winter destination.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Champex-Lac
Lifts
4
Skiable area
370 ac
Longest run
7 km / 4.3 mi
Runs by difficulty(7 total)
Beginner
5
70% of terrain
Intermediate
1
20% of terrain
Advanced
1
10% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Double chair2
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Bar du Lac – This cozy lakeside bar is a favorite among Champex-Lac visitors for its welcoming atmosphere, scenic views, and relaxed après-ski vibe, making it a popular spot to unwind with drinks after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 497cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 478cm full-season avg
497cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~407.5 cm. That's 18% below the 5-year average (497 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 15% below the 30-year average (478 cm).
Champex-Lac Season Snowfall
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Champex-Lac Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 525cm with an average of 122 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 74cm | 16 days | 29cm | 59cm | 17cm |
| December | 89cm | 18 days | 83cm | 118cm | 18cm |
| January | 87cm | 17 days | 125cm | 155cm | 18cm |
| February | 75cm | 16 days | 154cm | 179cm | 16cm |
| March | 73cm | 17 days | 163cm | 186cm | 16cm |
| April | 54cm | 15 days | 144cm | 174cm | 13cm |
| May | 30cm | 10 days | 74cm | 123cm | 9cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
56
Best Day
15 Mar
2
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3922 Feb1cm
- 3623 Feb
- 2724 Feb
March 2026
- 5615 Mar22cm
- 5531 Mar10cm
- 4914 Mar4cm
April 2026
- 451 Apr
- 412 Apr
- 383 Apr
March scored highest for Champex-Lac in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 19, 2026
Through Apr 5, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Champex-Lac
- Where is Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac runs from a base elevation of 448 m (1,470 ft) to a summit of 2,194 m (7,198 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,746 m (5,728 ft).
- How big is Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac has 370 acres (150 hectares) of skiable terrain, 7 marked runs and 4 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac 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 Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac 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 Champex-Lac get in a typical season?
- Champex-Lac averages 109 inches / 278 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
