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Grindelwald
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 7 — closed April 26
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 10
2d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
6cm
7-Day Forecast
3cm
Snow Depth
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Grindelwald is projected to open December 7, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March93cm avg · last season 43.8
- #2January99cm avg
- #3February85cm avg · last season 36.7
Best weeks to book
- #1 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 51.4
- #2 29 Mar – 4 Apr · last season 57.9
- #3 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 49.8
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Dec 7
Projected to open December 7, 2026
131 runs · 28 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 28
- Runs– / 131
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Grindelwald
Grindelwald is a renowned ski resort located in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland, forming part of the Jungfrau ski area. The resort offers access to over 200 kilometers of slopes, with a variety of runs suitable for all levels, set against the backdrop of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. Visitors benefit from modern lift systems, a vibrant alpine village atmosphere, and signature experiences such as the Eiger Express gondola and panoramic mountain views. Grindelwald stands out for its scenic landscapes, extensive winter sports options, and direct connections to neighboring ski areas.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Grindelwald
- Where is Grindelwald?
- Grindelwald is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Grindelwald?
- Grindelwald runs from a base elevation of 944 m (3,097 ft) to a summit of 2,503 m (8,212 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,559 m (5,115 ft).
- How big is Grindelwald?
- Grindelwald has 131 marked runs and 28 lifts.
- When is ski season at Grindelwald?
- Grindelwald 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 Grindelwald get in a typical season?
- Grindelwald averages 123 inches / 312 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Grindelwald in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #163 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Grindelwald averaged +4% 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, Grindelwald sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -10%, '15-16 +3%, '23-24 +18%. A pattern, not a promise.
