Saas Almagell Ski Resort Guide
Saas Almagell, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 9 miles |
| Highest Lift | 7,874ft |
| Resort Height | 5,486ft |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
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Saas Almagell
Saas Almagell is a charming resort nestled in the Swiss Alps. It's known for its picturesque scenery and reliable snow conditions.
Summary
This family-friendly destination offers excellent skiing for all levels, from beginners to advanced skiers. With a peaceful atmosphere and breathtaking views, it’s a perfect getaway for those looking to escape the crowds.
The ski area of Saas Almagell is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 5,486ft, with 9 miles of marked runs.
Saas Almagell is part of the Saastal ski area with access to 56 marked pistes, served by a total of 35 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Saas Almagell itself (9 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Saastal ski resorts of Saas-Fee and Saas Grund.
The ski resort itself is at 5,486ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 7,874ft, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Saas Almagell is 2 miles long.
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Snow and Weather
Saas Almagell enjoys consistent snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 2 meters during the peak season. Snow reliability is high, making it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts; check J2Ski for the latest snow updates.
When will it snow in Saas Almagell?
The next notable snow forecast is 2in, expected on 11 February, with around 16in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Saas Almagell Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 6 | 7 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 1 | 2 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 9 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 16 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 6 | |
Saastal Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 7 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 29 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 20 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 35 | |
Saas Almagell Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 7,874ft |
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| Lowest Trail | 5,486ft |
| Resort Altitude (Saas Almagell) | 5,486ft |
| Max Vertical | 2,388ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Saas Almagell features a diverse range of slopes on the Saas Fee ski area, with an elevation reaching up to 3,600 meters. Notable pistes include the Allalin, with its impressive vertical drop, and the Felskinn lift providing access to spectacular runs.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Saas Almagell
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Saas Almagell Ski Schools and Saas Almagell Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park at Saas Almagell, which includes various modules and jumps for all skill levels. It provides a great space for riders to hone their skills in a scenic setting.
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Location and Map
Where is Saas Almagell?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Saas Almagell is Sion, 70 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Basel, Berne and Milan Malpensa airports are all within three hours drive.
Accessing Saas Almagell is convenient, with the nearest major airport at Geneva, approximately 225 km away. From there, take a train or shuttle services to Visp, followed by a bus to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The six ski lifts are able to uplift 7,190 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 9 miles of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Saas Almagell open?
Opened (since December 20, 2025).
Closes : April 6, 2026.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Saas Almagell is relaxed, featuring cozy bars like the La Caverna and restaurants such as the Pizzeria da Rocco. For nightlife, the local club Scene offers a lively atmosphere to wind down after a day on the slopes.
