Davos Ski Resort Guide
Davos, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 199 miles |
| Highest Lift | 9,318ft |
| Resort Height | 5,118ft |
| Nearest Airports | St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Friedrichshafen |
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Davos
Davos is a premier ski resort in Switzerland, known for its extensive slopes and vibrant atmosphere. With a variety of runs for all skill levels, it attracts skiers and snowboarders alike.
Summary
Davos offers over 300 kilometers of ski runs, catering to both beginners and experts. The resort features a mix of challenging pistes and gentle slopes, ensuring everyone has a great time on the mountain.
The ski area of Davos is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 5,118ft, with 199 miles of marked runs.
Davos is one of the larger Ski Resorts in Switzerland and has direct access to 199 miles of downhill skiing, with 110 marked pistes, served by a total of 38 ski lifts. Davos is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Klosters.
The ski resort itself is at 5,118ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 9,318ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Davos is 7 miles long.
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Snow and Weather
Davos typically enjoys a reliable snow cover, with average depths of 100-300 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, it's advisable to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Davos?
The next notable snow forecast is 4in, expected on 17 November, with around 9in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
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| Snow to 4,131ft | Snow to base | Snow to base |
Ski Area Stats
Davos Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 12 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 39 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 31 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 199 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 47 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 38 | |
Davos Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 9,318ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Davos) | 5,118ft |
| Lowest Trail | 3,642ft |
| Max Vertical | 5,676ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Davos boasts several ski areas, including Parsenn, Jakobshorn, and Pischa, with elevations reaching up to 2,844 meters. Notable pistes include the long descent from the Weissfluhjoch and lifts such as the Parsennbahn and Jakobshorn gondola, providing access to a diverse range of terrain.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Davos
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Davos Ski Schools and Davos Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent options in Davos, with terrain parks like the Jakobshorn park featuring jumps and rails for all levels. The varied terrain allows for both freestyle and freeride experiences.
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Location and Map
Where is Davos?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Region Prättigau / Davos, Canton Grisons.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Davos is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 89 minutes drive away.
Friedrichshafen, Zurich, Memmingen, Lugano, Basel, Innsbruck Airport and Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg airports are all within three hours drive.
Traveling to Davos is convenient via the nearest major airports in Zurich and Friedrichshafen, with direct train connections to the resort. The scenic train ride offers stunning views of the Swiss landscape.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 38 ski lifts are able to uplift 64,400 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 9 miles of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Davos open?
Open from : November 21, 2025.
Closes : April 12, 2026.
Usual opening is mid November, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Talking about Davos
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Aprés Ski
Davos offers a lively après-ski scene with popular spots like the Bolgen Plaza and the famous Club 4. Enjoy a warm drink at cozy bars or dance the night away at vibrant nightclubs.
