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Davos Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Off-piste mecca
  • long ski season
  • Classic mountain town

Great for

  • Families
  • Non-skiers
  • Late-season skiing

Ski Holidays in Davos

One of the biggest and most established resorts in Switzerland, Davos belongs to the elite group of classic ski resorts called the ‘Best of the Alps’. From families to party animals, there’s something for everyone - enjoy great ski conditions on thousands of metres of well-groomed piste and all the great conveniences you’d expect from a chic cosmopolitan town.

  • Flight Time
  • 1.5 hours
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Geneva, Zurich
  • Time zone
  • GMT + 1 hour
  • Language
  • German, French, Italian, Romansh
  • Currency
  • Swiss Franc
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Davos Stats

Top Altitude
2844m
Bottom Altitude
1260m
Resort Altitude
1560m
Total Piste
320km
Longest Run
12 km
Slope Orientation
NSEW
Vertical Drop
2034m
Skiable Vertical
2034m
Night Skiing
Yes
Glacier Skiing
No

At 1560m, Davos is one of the oldest and highest towns in the Alps. In fact, the first T-bar in Europe opened here in 1934. With its eminent reputation and fantastic skiing, it’s hardly surprising that it’s one of 12 classic resorts recently named “Best of the Alps”. The resort is also recommended for children; the Swiss tourism association has granted it the “families welcome” award.

The area has been attracting the famous and affluent for centuries, most notably ski pioneer and Sherlock Holmes creator, Sir Arthur Conan-Doyle. These days the town is famous for hosting international events such as the World Economic Forum, the UK parliamentary races, and the Spengler Cup ice-hockey tournament.

Originally a health and spa resort, it retains a chic feel with many luxury hotels and upmarket shops. There are, however, plenty of affordable options too. Visitors will also enjoy the variety of après-ski entertainment including some lively bars and restaurants. You can sample the local beer at the local brewery or skate at the largest natural ice rink in Europe. The resort has all the amenities you would expect from a proper town – supermarkets, specialist shops, a casino, cinema and sports centre. The busy centre is served by a network of free shuttle buses to transport you around town and to the lifts. All the gondolas, trains and buses in the area are covered by the lift pass, giving visitors access to the surrounding villages as well as a huge ski area; a trip by train to the picturesque village of Klosters is highly recommended.

There are excellent rail links to Zürich and Basel and it takes just over 2 hours to drive from Zürich. If you fancy enhancing your journey you can take the romantic Glacier Express from Zermatt through some stunning alpine scenery.

Winter Sports Ratings

Beginners

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

Davos Transfer Times

Zürich 2h15
Basel 2h40
Innsbruck 2h30

The nearest airport to Davos is Zürich at 161 km or about 2 hours 30 minutes by car

What's the ski area like in Davos?

Since 2003, the resort has been linked with Klosters; the Rega ski pass now covers 6 areas, giving skiers access to over 300km of groomed piste.

Which other ski resorts are near to Davos?

The nearest ski resorts to Davos include Graubünden, Klosters, St. Moritz, St. Anton.

Ski Area Facts

LocationSwitzerland, Alps.
Established1934
Downhill320km
Lift PassCHF 332 (adult 6 day)

Beginner Slopes

62km24%

Intermediate Skiing

134km51%

Advance & Expert Terrain

64km25%

Snowboarding Trails

320km100%

What is Davos like for Beginner skiers?

Beginners can walk to the Bolgen and Bünda bunny lifts from the town centre, where you’ll find ski schools and specialised snowboard school ‘Top Secret’. The Pischa, Madrisa and Rinerhorn areas are smaller and thus quieter and all offer children’s ski schools. For practicing at a slower pace, try Schatzalp/Strela, an official decelerated area with gentle rolling hillsides.

What is Davos like for Intermediate skiers?

The largest area is Parsenn – you can head up to Weissfluhjoch from here where you’ll find a choice of easy-going blue runs. Intermediates can take the massive red run 22, followed by the pleasant route 21 and ski down to Klosters. There is also the 12km run down to Küblis which is one of the longest runs in Europe.

What is Davos like for Advanced skiers?

Experts looking for a challenge can whizz down to Wolfgang on the steep black route or negotiate the moguls under the Schwarzeealp chair. The only run from Parsenn back to town is a black, but if you’re not up for the challenge then simply take the train home from Klosters (about 20 min), or the speedy funicular back down.

What is Davos like for snowboarding?

Snowboarders tend to favour the Jakobshorn area, with 2 halfpipes and a good selection of wide blue pistes. The pipe at the foot the mountain is one of Europe’s largest and used for the annual O’Neil Evolution boarding event. There are also two terrain parks - the Jatz park at 2300m is well kitted out with rails and some big kickers.

What is Davos like for off-piste skiing?

For powder enthusiasts, check out Pischa, a mecca for freeride routes which are marked and safeguarded against avalanches but left ungroomed. Around Persenn there are some good lines for off-piste through the trees.

What is Davos like for cross country skiing?

Really good for Cross-country skiing, catering for all levels with about 186km of Nordic trails in the area of Davos and Losters. And they are all free. Some 80km can be used for the skating style.

Davos Restaurants

Be sure to stop by Weber café, where you can gorge on exquisite cakes and handmade Swiss chocolate. There are many gourmet restaurants for foodies to choose between – try Leonto Gourmet Restaurant for delicacies like partridge, or head to Giodavin for sushi. For a laid back atmosphere there is the -family-friendly Italian La Carretta or the Alte Post Restaurant, which also has a cosy drinking ‘Stübli’. Venture a little out of town to the traditional alpine style Restaurant Teufi and sample regional specialities such as fondue, spätzli and rösti.

Where to eat in Davos and on the mountain

La Carretta Restaurant A traditional style Italian restaurant serving tasty pasta and pizza dishes. Also offers regional specialities such as rösti (fried potato), fondue and veal. Friendly and attentive service. Located near to the train station.

Alte Post Restaurant Located on the heart of Davos Platz, Restaurant & Bar Alte Post is a restaurant where tradition meets sophistication. With our three different and unique dining rooms, à la carte Restaurant - Fondue - Pizzeria, we make sure to fulfill all of our guests desires. Alte Post manages to encompass the characteristics of a traditional mountain restaurant and new world modernism that is evident in both the menu and decor. Our staff ensures its guests will experience a memorable evening of culinary perfection and relaxed delight.

Davos Après Ski

Davos has its own brewery, Monstein, where you can try the local beer. The nightlife is lively too – Bolgenschanze bar attracts lots of boarders with djs and live music, Ex has whacky décor and a mixed crowd and for a big night out, head to the Rotliechtli club (keep an eye out for its legendary themed nights).

Bars Late Night Clubs and Cafes in Davos

Bolgenschanze Bar Located right at the foot of the slopes, Bolgenschanze is a great place to have an après-ski drink or bite to eat. While you sunbathe you can watch the pros in the half pipe, the learners on the bunny slopes. Part of a hostel aimed at snowboarders, this fun bar is normally packed during high season. Inside the traditional style décor lends the place a cosy atmosphere. Dance the evening away to live music or DJs, and don’t miss the regular themed events.

Ex Bar Located in the middle of town, Ex bar is a fun and lively place for an après-ski drink. Since 1965, this classic on the Davos nightlife scene has been entertaining locals and tourists with live music and its own foosball table.

Davos Activites for Non-skiers

Unlike some smaller resorts, this is a real town with excellent amenities. Entertainment includes a casino, 3D cinema, and the Eau-là-là spa and swimming pool. Take a trip to the winter-sport museum for an introduction to the history of skiing. There is also a sports centre with squash, badminton and tennis courts and an indoor climbing wall. The 9 toboggan runs make a fun alternative to skiing and you can also have a go at snowshoeing and pony trekking.

Shuttle Frey Staying in Davos for a swiss summer? Enjoy exciting activities around the mountains, lake & river in the stunning Lake Constance region. Sailing Hut hikes diving Bike rides Motorbiking Guided and non guided tours are available, mountain pass for mountain bike tours. A trans alp shuttle for your bike & luggage is available.

Rafting and Mountain adventure Feeling adventurous? Why not try some white-water rafting, paragliding, canyoning, mountain biking, climbing, Via Ferrata, or hiking. Guided activities for individuals, groups and families.

Davos Sailing School Learn to sail on Davos Lake, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery. We offer one and a half hour introductory courses for adults and children, day courses and sailing awards. Total beginners are welcome – you will be guided by one of our expert instructors. We offer private and group lessons. You can also rent our boats; our fleet includes lasers, Optimists, Smartkats, yachts (D-licence necessary) and six cheerful pedalos. Onsite we also have a swimming area and changing rooms, showers and toilets, and a restaurant with a sun terrace.

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

There are several hundred shops in Davos with many boutiques from International brands, fantastic sporting shops that caters for all tastes and, with Davos being a large area, these shops operate year round catering to a rich mixture of international clientele, the choice and variety is far better than at most other winter sports destinations. The majority of shopping, is in the area of the Platz section of town. The Davos area is a great ski location for both experienced and those learning and the shopping is also great for those both looking to spend more on luxury items all the way to buying tiny traditional trinkets.

Bardill Sport Ski and snowboard hire affiliated with Intersport – Europe’s market leader in ski hire. Bookable online through the Intersport website. Bardill Sport also sells an excellent range of ski equipment and clothing.

Weber Bakery/Patisserie & Café Beautifully crafted cakes and pastries, mouth-watering Swiss chocolate, freshly baked bread… Weber bakery is definitely worth a visit while you are in Davos. Don’t worry, you can burn the calories off skiing!

BierVision Monstein We are the highest located brewery in Switzerland at 1625 meters above sea level. It takes 15 minutes to drive from the famous ski resort of Davos, or you can take the bus or train. The brewery is in the cosy and traditional village of Monstein with 190 inhabitants. With regional barley and Swiss hops we brew five types of beer specialities with cheerful names as "Mungga" or "Häusträffel". By contacting us, you can also arrange a brewery visit (possible all year round). We do guided tours taking 1 hour 30, including beer tasting with groups of 10-25 people. If desired we also serve dried meat plates (the so called "Brauerplatte") from animals which were fed with our brewer grains, the by-product of the brewing process.

Ettinger Sport Ettinger Sport is a family owned business located just next to Parsenn and Jakobshorn. We have a big range of Ski, Freeski and Snowboard equipment. From us you can expect the most up-to-date gear from the top international brands. As a result you have the opportunity to choose the exact sporting equipment which matches your needs, allowing you to have even more fun on the slopes.

1560 Fashion Point Our 55m2 shop is the place for on trend fashion for girls and women. Our huge collection includes Dkode shoes, over 100 different styles of jeans and trousers, and lots of jackets, tops and bags, which are always in the most current colours and styles. Our motto is to provide great choice within a small space. Come and browse our shop at your leisure, and if you need any assistance please do not hesitate to ask one of our friendly staff.

Top Secret Rental Our swissrent hire shop is located in the TOP SECRET SHOP in the Base Station of the Jakoshorn Cableway Davos-Platz YOUR PROFITS • Hire where the action is • Rental of high quality, cutting-edge winter sports equipment of all kinds: skis, ski shoes, snowboards, boots, snowblades, snow shoes, helmets, traditional Davoser Sledges… • You can select from over 600 pairs of ski + snowboards - up to 6******-star-category • High-tech Ski- + Snowboard Storage right next to the Jakobshorn Base Station – free for our swissrent customers (except season rental).

Top Secret Ski + Snowboard Company Shop . Rental . Storage . School . Service . YOUR ONE STOP SHOP - LOCATED IN THE BASE STATION OF THE JAKOBSHORN CABLEWAY! Here you will find a whole range of ski and snowboard equipment for rent or sale, as well as fashion and accessories. We offer you: -> TOP BRANDS ski, snowboard and boots, winter sport apparel and accessories -> YOUR rental equipment - in top condition with Ski + Board Storage (FREE for our swissrent customers)! -> Book our ski school and snowboard school directly with our experts -> Book for our TOPSI Ski-Kindergarten -> Stand-by or Overnight Ski & Snowboard Service

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Best Time to Visit Davos

The resort’s high altitude means it opens earlier and closes later in the year than most resorts in the Graubünden area, with the season starting in November and stretching through till the end of April. More than 80% of the resort is over 2000m and the number of south facing slopes make it a good early season destination. Snow cannons are installed on many pistes to ensure snow reliability. Christmas and New Years are busier times of the year. During the World Economic Forum accommodation gets booked out far in advance but the slopes are fairly quiet.

What's Davos like at Christmas?

Visit the charming Christmas market and take a horse-drawn sleigh ride during Christmas at Davos this year.
Christmas Ski Holidays

What's Davos like in the New Year?

Celebrate the New Year in Davos in style at one of our luxury hotels. Enjoy a traditional fondue meal before heading out into town for the lively après-ski.
New Year Ski Holidays

What's Davos like in Half-Term?

You’re likely to enjoy great snow conditions and fabulous skiing during February Half Term in Davos. Children are well catered for in this family-friendly resort.
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What's Davos like at Easter?

For handmade Swiss chocolate eggs and beautiful mountain scenery, spend this Easter in Davos. Snow conditions remain good late into the season thanks to the resort’s high altitude.
Easter Ski Holidays

Davos Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

View our detailed Davos snow report to see skiing confitions now. Our Davos snow history shows you what snow depths have been in recent years month-by-month. If you're visiting soon, use the Davos snow forecast to see predicted snowfall over the coming days.

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  • Current snow depth at top
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    51 cm

Ski Accommodation in Davos

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With its great amenities and family-friendly atmosphere, it’s clear to see why Davos has been granted the ‘families welcome’ award by the Swiss tourism association. There are plenty of child-friendly restaurants like Restaurant Duncan where children are welcomed with open arms and catered for excellently. Children will also love the delicious handmade chocolates at the Weber bakery. For daytime care, there’s the excellent Kinderland children’s club on Madrisa, which runs children’s ski lessons and has a trampoline and bouncy castle. There’s also a children’s club in the Pischa area which provides childcare by the hour. Ask us about accommodation with on-site childcare if this will make things easier. On the Rinerhorn you’ll find the ‘Dwarf Course’, where adventurous youngsters can navigate obstacles and small jumps - confident teens will love the Jatz snow park.

Aside from skiing there are attractions for all ages. The resort is famous for its 9 toboggan runs - the most popular finishes at the town square (it also features in Thomas Mann’s novel ‘The Magic Mountain’). You’ll also find a terrific sports centre with good facilities including a climbing wall with routes suited to children. A trip to the Eau-là-là spa and swimming pool will entertain both little ones and grownups - while the kids splash about on the 80m waterslide, adults can relax outside in the heated pool and admire the alpine scenery.

Families will feel at home in one of our friendly hotels. Browse what’s available below and look out for promotions, including discounts and freebies. If you choose a package deal with inclusive flights and transfers you can also make some great savings. To book or discuss your holiday with one of our staff just give us a call, we’re happy to help.

Hotels are a good option for groups since you don’t need to know your exact group size for your initial booking. Indecisive friends can book later once they realise what they are missing out on! It often works best to choose a larger hotel if you’re in a group – try the Hotel Seehof which is right next to the main ski lift, or the excellent Hilton Hotel Garden Inn, conveniently situated in the middle of town close to shops and restaurants. Staying at a hotel means you have the privacy of your own room, but you also have the option to socialise in the restaurant or bar areas, and of course you can always venture out into town.

Davos makes a great destination for groups as everyone is catered for, thanks to the remarkable variety of skiing available. Beginners can stick to the easy blue runs in the Parsenn area, while intermediates and experienced skiers can venture further afield and ski over to Klosters, or enjoy the fantastic off-piste. Children are well accommodated for with a big children’s park and ski school on Madrisa. Any snowboarders will fit right in too - those looking for a thrill can show off on the half pipes at the impressive Jatz snowpark. Don’t worry if some of your group would rather not ski, there’s plenty of other entertainment to suit all ages and interests. Pamper yourself at the fabulous Eau-là-là spa and swimming pool with a massage and spa treatments, go hiking on the well signposted paths, or ice skate at Europe’s largest natural ice rink.

Travelling with a group of friends is always fun, but there’s nothing like partying the night away together in the mountains. Davos has a great range of night-life: head to Ex bar for a cocktail or two (make that three…), or dance to some live music at the Rotliechtli.

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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Davos

Maximum and minimum adult Davos lift pass prices ranged from CHF342 to CHF342 for 6 days access to the Davos ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Davos holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

Lift Tickets Child Adult Senior
1 Day Price CHF10 - CHF28 CHF30 - CHF70 N / A
6 Day Price CHF137 - CHF137 CHF342 - CHF342 N / A
Age Range 6 - 12 N / A N / A
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Getting to Davos

Most of our ski holidays to Davos packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Davos from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Davos from the UK?

Flights from London take about 1.5 hours to Geneva, Zurich. This table shows approximate transfer times to Davos from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Zürich 161 km 2 hours 30 minutes
Basel - Müllhouse 235 km 3 hours 30 minutes
Zurich 161 km 2 hours 30 minutes
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How long does it take to drive to Davos from the UK?

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How long is the transfer from nearest Switzerland train station to Davos?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Davos transfers.

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Going to Davos under your own steam

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Davos Tourism Office Davos is a wonderful holiday destination and a fantastic ski resort with wide pistes, steep couloirs and massive half pipes, it is a large ski area. The tourism office can assist with all ski pass information and ski maps. The Davos Tourism office has recently installed a virtual guest advisory service at Davos Dorf railway station and at the UBS branch in Davos Platz - this is a touchscreen display. Davos is very extensive and the need for personal guest information is therefore still very much in demand and can be provided at the tourism office. Other services include: - Wifi - Brochures - Transport advice - booking of lift passes and ski excursions Opening Times: Monday–Saturday: 09:00 -12 am and 13:00 - 17:30 Sunday: 09:00 - 12:00

Davos Hospital & Clinics ( Spital Davos) Davos hospital guarantees basic medicinal care, treatment and a 24-hour emergency ward 365 days a year for the regional population and visitors to the area. Other Services they offer : - Broad Surgical and orthopaedic expertise - Consultation hours for regular guests with chronic illnesses - Basic medical care - Dialyse Davos for holiday guests Opening Times: Open 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a week.

Amavita Apotheke Flüela Opening hours: Monday - Saturday: 08h00 - 18h30 Closed Sundays. Accepts Visa and Mastercard

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