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Saas-Fee Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: March, February, January · 30-yr snow record
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Closed since Aug 10 — Summer skiing suspended — heat / glacier conditions unsafe.
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Sep 13
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Resort Guide
Saas-Fee is a high-altitude ski resort located in the Swiss Alps, renowned for its glacier skiing and car-free village atmosphere. The resort offers over 100 kilometers of ski slopes, modern lift systems, and panoramic views of surrounding 4,000-meter peaks. Signature experiences include year-round skiing on the glacier, a snow park for freestyle enthusiasts, and a variety of mountain restaurants. Saas-Fee stands out for its traditional alpine charm, reliable snow conditions, and family-friendly amenities.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Saas-Fee
Lifts
23
Skiable area
610.6 ac
Longest run
14 km / 8.7 mi
Runs by difficulty(32 total)
Beginner
7
20% of terrain
Intermediate
19
60% of terrain
Advanced
6
20% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola6
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed 61
- Quad chair1
- Surface lift12
- Funicular1
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Magic Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Popcorn – A legendary après-ski bar and nightclub in Saas-Fee, Popcorn is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, live DJ performances, and late-night parties, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders looking to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 08:04 PM UTC
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Season Total
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 407cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 465cm full-season avg
407cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~301.2 cm. That's 26% below the 5-year average (407 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 35% below the 30-year average (465 cm).
Saas-Fee Season Snowfall
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Saas-Fee Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 641cm with an average of 148 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 | 109cm | 18 days | 67cm | 115cm | 26cm |
| December | 75cm | 18 days | 125cm | 160cm | 20cm |
| January | 69cm | 17 days | 158cm | 187cm | 17cm |
| February | 58cm | 16 days | 180cm | 205cm | 14cm |
| March | 72cm | 18 days | 192cm | 221cm | 19cm |
| April | 88cm | 18 days | 198cm | 233cm | 23cm |
| May | 75cm | 17 days | 182cm | 231cm | 21cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
11.2
Season Average
73 days scored
24
Best Day
16 Aug
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
July 2026
- 1725 Jul
- 1524 Jul
- 1526 Jul
August 2026
- 2416 Aug
- 2118 Aug
- 1713 Aug
September 2026
- 187 Sep
- 1710 Sep
- 169 Sep
August scored highest for Saas-Fee in 2026. Based on 73 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026-27)
Opened Jul 11, 2026
Scheduled close: Apr 19, 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 Saas-Fee
- Where is Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee runs from a base elevation of 1,800 m (5,906 ft) to a summit of 3,600 m (11,811 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,800 m (5,906 ft).
- How big is Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee has 1,509 acres (611 hectares) of skiable terrain, 32 marked runs and 23 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee 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 Saas-Fee?
- Saas-Fee typically operates from July 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 Saas-Fee get in a typical season?
- Saas-Fee averages 350 inches / 890 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
