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Gstaad Resort Guide
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 7 — closed March 31
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Resort Guide
Gstaad is a renowned ski resort located in the Swiss Alps, offering over 200 kilometers of ski slopes across a variety of altitudes and terrains. The resort is known for its picturesque alpine village atmosphere, combining traditional Swiss charm with modern amenities such as luxury hotels, gourmet dining, and wellness facilities. Signature experiences include glacier skiing on the Glacier 3000, extensive cross-country trails, and a vibrant après-ski scene. Gstaad stands out for its blend of exclusive ambiance, diverse winter sports options, and scenic mountain landscapes.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Gstaad
Lifts
44
Longest run
10 km / 6.2 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola2
- High-speed quad3
- High-speed triple2
- Double chair2
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Magic Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The GreenGo Club – An iconic nightclub located in the Gstaad Palace, renowned for its glamorous 1970s-inspired décor, international DJs, and exclusive après-ski parties that attract a stylish crowd.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 12, 11:01 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 468cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 427cm full-season avg
468cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~351 cm. That's 25% below the 5-year average (468 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 18% below the 30-year average (427 cm).
Gstaad Season Snowfall
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Gstaad Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 499cm with an average of 75 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 22% above this average (611cm over the last ten tracked seasons). 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 | 66cm | 10 days | 22cm | 54cm | 17cm |
| December | 91cm | 12 days | 72cm | 108cm | 18cm |
| January | 85cm | 12 days | 113cm | 147cm | 18cm |
| February | 77cm | 11 days | 145cm | 174cm | 16cm |
| March | 69cm | 11 days | 155cm | 182cm | 14cm |
| April | 49cm | 8 days | 140cm | 172cm | 12cm |
| May | 26cm | 5 days | 71cm | 119cm | 8cm |
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
37 days scored, from 22 Feb
56
Best Day
27 Mar
4
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4822 Feb
- 3923 Feb1cm
- 3325 Feb
March 2026
- 5627 Mar4cm
- 5228 Mar2cm
- 5015 Mar17cm
March scored highest for Gstaad in 2025-26. Based on 37 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 7, 2026
Through Mar 31, 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 Gstaad
- Where is Gstaad?
- Gstaad is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Gstaad?
- Gstaad runs from a base elevation of 1,050 m (3,445 ft) to a summit of 3,000 m (9,843 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,950 m (6,398 ft).
- How big is Gstaad?
- Gstaad has 80 marked runs and 44 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Gstaad?
- Gstaad is on the Magic Pass. 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 Gstaad?
- Gstaad typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Gstaad get in a typical season?
- Gstaad averages 174 inches / 442 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
