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Villars-Gryon Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 7
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 7
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
todayPast 24 Hours
3cm
Past 48 Hours
4cm
Past 10 Days
4cm
7-Day Forecast
2cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Villars-Gryon is a Swiss ski resort located in the Vaud Alps, offering direct access to over 130 kilometers of slopes suitable for all levels, with panoramic views of the Dents du Midi and Mont Blanc. The resort features a welcoming alpine village atmosphere, modern lift infrastructure, and a variety of winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, and tobogganing. Signature experiences include ski-in/ski-out accommodations, family-friendly facilities, and easy connections to the neighboring ski areas of Les Diablerets and Glacier 3000. Villars-Gryon stands out for its scenic setting, diverse terrain, and year-round mountain leisure options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Villars-Gryon
Lifts
30
Longest run
8 km / 5 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola3
- High-speed 64
- High-speed quad3
- Surface lift13
- Funicular1
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
Charlie’s Bar – A popular après-ski spot in Villars-Gryon, Charlie’s Bar is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, live music, and extensive drink selection, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Oct 25, 06:08 AM UTC
23cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+191%
vs 5-Year Avg
8cm avg by now
+79%
vs 30-Year Avg
13cm avg by now
8cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 23.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~23.3 cm. That's 191% above the 5-year average (8 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 79% above the 30-year average (13 cm).
Villars-Gryon Season Snowfall
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Villars-Gryon Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 515cm with an average of 75 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 25% above this average (642cm 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 68cm | 10 days | 23cm | 53cm | 17cm |
| December | 94cm | 12 days | 72cm | 105cm | 19cm |
| January | 90cm | 12 days | 112cm | 144cm | 18cm |
| February | 78cm | 11 days | 142cm | 167cm | 17cm |
| March | 73cm | 11 days | 149cm | 174cm | 15cm |
| April | 52cm | 8 days | 123cm | 156cm | 12cm |
| May | 25cm | 4 days | 49cm | 96cm | 8cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 7, 2026
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 Villars-Gryon
- Where is Villars-Gryon?
- Villars-Gryon is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Villars-Gryon?
- Villars-Gryon runs from a base elevation of 1,250 m (4,101 ft) to a summit of 2,120 m (6,955 ft), giving a vertical drop of 870 m (2,854 ft).
- How big is Villars-Gryon?
- Villars-Gryon has 67 marked runs and 30 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Villars-Gryon?
- Villars-Gryon 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.
- How much snow does Villars-Gryon get in a typical season?
- Villars-Gryon averages 148 inches / 375 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
