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Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort ski resort
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📷 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

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Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

38

Solid · 2025-26 season average

Closed for the season · average of 43 verified open days

Best months to book: March, April, February · last season + 31-yr record

Closed for the season closed April 6

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2026–27 season

Updated: Sep 10, 1:05 AMWeather at base: 1080m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
38

Solid

2025-26 season average

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 38.4 across 43 verified open days.

Best months to book: March, April, February. Best weeks: 15 Mar–21 Mar, 22 Mar–28 Mar, 29 Mar–4 Apr.DecJan3Feb1Mar2AprScored from 22 FebClosed 6 Apr

March

#1 to book

82cm avg · scored 39.7

April

#2 to book

71cm avg · scored 41.2

February

#3 to book

79cm avg · scored 30.4

Best weeks to book

  1. #115 Mar21 Marscored 50.1
  2. #222 Mar28 Marscored 46
  3. #329 Mar4 Aprscored 52.9

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 18 Mar – 1 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Thu, Sep 10, 01:05 AM UTC

Terrain Open

Closed for the season

Season ended April 6, 2026

13 runs · 16 liftslive counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

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Updated Sep 10, 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

About Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is located in the heart of Switzerland’s Obwalden region, offering a high-altitude ski area with panoramic views of the surrounding Alps. The resort features over 36 kilometers of ski slopes suitable for all levels, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a car-free village center. Signature experiences include winter hiking, tobogganing, and night skiing, complemented by modern lifts and a range of accommodation and dining options. Its tranquil lakeside setting and diverse winter activities make it a distinctive destination for both relaxation and adventure.

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Frequently asked questions about Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

Where is Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is a ski resort in Switzerland.
How high is Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort runs from a base elevation of 1,080 m (3,543 ft) to a summit of 2,255 m (7,398 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,175 m (3,855 ft).
How big is Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort has 32 acres (13 hectares) of skiable terrain, 13 marked runs and 16 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort 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 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort 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 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort get in a typical season?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort averages 231 inches / 587 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #69 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort averaged +10% 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, Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -6%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +40%. A pattern, not a promise.