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Ski Resort Opening Dates 2026/27

When do the ski resorts open?

09/29/2026
Regina Grill

The Davos-Klosters Summit Cable Car in the morning light.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

The Davos-Klosters Summit Cable Car in the morning light.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn
Winter is getting closer, the first glacier ski areas are opening and we’re all wondering: How much snow will the Alps get this time? El Niño is getting plenty of attention across North and South America, but what does it mean for us in the Alps? There’s no simple answer. It might be raining in the valley while plenty of snow falls higher up. And an early winter doesn’t tell us much about what the rest of the season has in store. We’re excited for it, though! Here are the planned opening dates for ski resorts across the Alps. Dates may change depending on conditions.

SWITZERLAND

OCTOBER

  • Titlis – Engelberg: October 10, 2026

  • Diavolezza – Lagalb: October 17, 2026

NOVEMBER

  • Zermatt – Matterhorn: November 1, 2026

  • Arosa–Lenzerheide: November 7, 2026

  • Glacier 3000 – Les Diablerets: November 7, 2026

  • Davos Klosters – Jakobshorn: November 7, 2026

  • Davos Klosters – Parsenn: November 13, 2026

  • 4 Vallées – Verbier/La Tzoumas/ Nendaz/ Veysonnaz/ Thyon: November 14, 2026

  • Gemsstock – Andermatt: November 14, 2026

  • Ischgl/ Samnaun – Silvretta Arena: November 26, 2026

  • Adelboden/ Lenk: November 28, 2026

  • Crans – Montana: November 28, 2026

  • Disentis: November 28, 2026

  • Laax/ Flims/ Falera: November 28, 2026

  • St. Moritz – Corviglia: November 28, 2026

DECEMBER

  • Aletsch Arena: December 5, 2026

  • Andermatt/ Oberalp/ Sedrun: December 12, 2026

  • Bivio: December 13, 2026

  • Davos Klosters – Madrisa: December 18, 2026

  • Davos Klosters – Rinerhorn: December 18, 2026

  • Saas Grund/ Almagell: December 19, 2026

The first rays of sunshine hit the perfectly groomed slopes.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

The first rays of sunshine hit the perfectly groomed slopes.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

GERMANY

NOVEMBER

  • Sudelfeld: November 28, 2026

  • Zugspitze: November 28, 2026

DECEMBER

  • Spitzingsee – Tegernsee: December 5, 2026

  • Steinplatte Winklmoosalm: December 5, 2026

  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen: December 12, 2026

  • Wendelstein: December 26, 2026

There's a lot going on on the slopes.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

There's a lot going on on the slopes.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

AUSTRIA

Already open: Pitztal Glacier

OCTOBER

  • Sölden Glacier (exact date to be announced): Early October

  • Hintertux Glacier: October 2, 2026

  • Stubai Glacier: October 9, 2026

  • Kitzsteinhorn – Kaprun: October 10, 2026

  • Mölltal Glacier: October 23, 2026

NOVEMBER

  • KitzSki – Kitzbühel/ Kirchberg: November 6, 2026

  • Sölden: November 12, 2026

  • Gurgl – Obergurgl – Hochgurgl: November 19, 2026

  • Obertauern: November 20, 2026

  • Ischgl/ Samnaun – Silvretta Arena: November 26, 2026

  • Steinach am Brenner: November 27, 2026

  • Kühtai: November 27, 2026

  • Saalbach Hinterglemm, Leogang, Fieberbrunn: November 27, 2026

  • Silvretta Montafon: November 27, 2026

  • Zauchensee/ Flauchauwinkel: November 27, 2026

  • Bad Gastein: November 28, 2026

  • Schladming – Planai/ Hochwurzen/ Hauser Kaibling/ Reiteralm: November 28, 2026

  • Schlick 2000 – Fulpmes: November 28, 2026

  • Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf: November 28, 2026

  • Zugspitze: November 28, 2026

DECEMBER

  • Ski Arlberg: December 2, 2026

  • Mayrhofen: December 4, 2026

  • Zillertal Arena: December 4, 2026

  • Bad Kleinkirchheim: December 5, 2026

  • Hochzillertal/ Hochfügen: December 5, 2026

  • Lermoos: December 5, 2026

  • Serfaus – Fiss – Ladis: December 5, 2026

  • SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental: December 5, 2026

  • Steinplatte Winklmoosalm: December 5, 2026

  • Patscherkofel – Innsbruck: December 12, 2026

  • Nordkette – Innsbruck: December 19, 2026

The calm before the storm.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

The calm before the storm.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

FRANCE

NOVEMBER

  • Val Thorens – Orelle: November 21, 2026

  • Brévent/ Flégère (Chamonix): November 28, 2026

  • Domaine des Grands Montets – Argentière: November 28, 2026

  • Les 2 Alpes: November 28, 2026

  • Tignes/Val d’Isère: November 28, 2026

DECEMBER

  • Les 3 Vallées: December 5, 2026

  • Alpe d’Huez: December 5, 2026

  • Balme/ Les Autannes – Vallorcine/ Le Tour: December 5, 2026

  • Isola 2000: December 5, 2026

  • La Plagne: December 12, 2026

  • Les Arcs: December 12, 2026

  • Les Contamines/ Hauteluce: December 12, 2026

  • Megève/ Saint-Gervais: December 12, 2026

  • La Grave – La Meije: December 20, 2026

We look forward to moments like these all summer long.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

We look forward to moments like these all summer long.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

ITALY

Already open: Schnalstal Glacier, Stelvio Pass

NOVEMBER

  • Cortina d’Ampezzo: November 21, 2026

  • The Three Peaks of the Dolomites: November 27, 2026

  • Latemar: November 27, 2026

  • Meran 2000: November 27, 2026

  • Monterosa Ski: November 28, 2026

  • Arabba/Marmolada: November 28, 2026

  • Kronplatz: November 28, 2026

  • Livigno: November 28, 2026

DECEMBER

  • Alta Badia: December 4, 2026

  • Bormio: December 4, 2026

  • Val Gardena: December 4, 2026

  • Ahrntal: December 4, 2026

  • Alpe di Siusi: December 4, 2026

The old ski lift is kicking off its final season.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

The old ski lift is kicking off its final season.

Moritz Altenbach
Davos-Klosters Parsenn

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    Regina Grill

    Bavarian by birth, Davos by choice. I’m happiest on touring skis, heading out straight from my doorstep in search of good lines and deep powder. As a ski touring guide with the German Alpine Club, I love sharing my passion for the mountains and my experience with others. What matters most? Getting outside, making good decisions and getting home safely together. Must-have afterwards: good coffee!

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