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SWISS TRIP DAY TRIP

Vertiginous Peaks and Skiing in Zinal

Ski or snowboard surrounded by majestic high-mountain scenery.

  • Journey through the winter landscape to the southern most end of Val d'Anniviers.
  • Ski amongst an imposing panorama of 4000 metre high peaks.
  • Enjoy over 70 km of groomed pistes.
  • Challenge yourself on the vast areas of off-piste skiing.
  • Enjoy the local cuisine at the mountain restaurant.
  • Discover why the locals try to keep this spectacular place to themselves.
  • Journey home after a great days skiing.

YOUR DAY
Travel up the small side valley of Val d'Anniviers to the hidden local village of Zinal. Then take the mountain cableway up to a height of 2895 m at Corne de Sorebois and take in the 4000 metre high peaks that surround you. Ski or snowboard the day away in this unique ski area on some 70 km of groomed runs and large pockets of off-piste skiing area. Enjoy lunch at the local mountain restaurant. You'll discover why the locals try to keep this place a secret!

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ABOUT THE AREA
Zinal is located at the end of the magic Anniviers valley and at the foot of the 'Imperial Crown' with its famous peaks over 4000 m high: Weisshorn, Zinalrothorn, Besso, Obergabelhorn, Matterhorn, Dent-Blanche and not forgetting the Bishorn, the most accessible 4000 metre peak in the alps.

HOW TO ARRANGE THIS DAY TRIP
While on holiday either;

  • Contact Swiss Trip personnel on the local number provided in your travel itinerary documentation or,
  • Visit the local tourist office and have them provide the details for getting there and back.
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VALLEY LOCATION

Zinal
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DAY TRIP DETAILS
Time from Crans-Montana 50 minutes
Duration Full Day
Departure Time Morning
Activity Skiing / Snowboarding
Sightseeing
Après ski
 
MOUNTAIN STATISTICS
Altitude of Town/Resort 1670 m
Highest accessible altitude 3000 m
Ski Runs 70 km
Level of Difficulty 12% beginners
40% intermediates
48% advanced
Cross-Country 12 km
Tobogganing Trails 300 m
Terrain Park/Halfpipe Yes
Children's Snowpark Yes
 
PISTE MAP
Zinal Piste Map Click here