How big is Crans-Montana?
Crans-Montana has 140 trails served by 30 lifts — 13th for trails of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland. On lifts it ranks 11th of the 34.
Crans-Montana resort guide
Valais, Switzerland
Sunny plateau resort with panoramic views
Crans-Montana at a glance
140
Trails
30
Lifts
9,843ft
Top
4,921ft
Base
4,921ft
Vertical
BRN
Nearest airport, 42 mi
25% beginner45% intermediate30% advanced
Crans-Montana offers sunny slopes, excellent snow conditions, and a vibrant resort atmosphere with luxury amenities.
Your questions about Crans-Montana, answered
How high is Crans-Montana?
The lifts run from 4,921ft at the base to 9,843ft at the top, a vertical of 4,921ft. Of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland, that is the 8th highest, with the 12th biggest vertical.
Is Crans-Montana good for beginners or experts?
The trails at Crans-Montana split 25% beginner, 45% intermediate and 30% advanced, against an average of 30% beginner and 29% advanced across the resorts we track in Switzerland.
On those numbers it suits intermediates and confident skiers and riders looking for steep terrain.
When is the ski season at Crans-Montana?
Over the last ten winters Crans-Montana has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around November 22 to May 23, about 184 days.
January is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 51in, 32in of new snow and 3.4 bluebird days.
Month-by-month snow history →What is the nearest airport to Crans-Montana?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Bern (BRN), 42 mi away in a straight line. Geneva (GVA) is 66 mi, Annecy Meythet (NCY), France is 71 mi. Road distances are longer, often much longer in the mountains, and the nearest airport is not always the one with the most flights.
How much is a lift ticket at Crans-Montana?
A 6-day adult Crans-Montana costs CHF 385 for 2026/27, or CHF 64 a day. For value it ranks 17th of the 34 resorts we price in Switzerland.
Full lift ticket prices and history →Airports near Crans-Montana
Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.
- BernBRN42 mi
- GenevaGVA66 mi · major airport
- Annecy MeythetNCY71 mi
Travel time to Crans-Montana
Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.
- Fly to Geneva (GVA)Quickest
- Flight
- 8h 20m · 3,853 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h 10m · 89 mi
- Total
- ≈ 10h 30m
- Fly to Bern (BRN)
- Flight
- 8h 25m · 3,893 mi
- Ground transfer
- 1h 25m · 57 mi
- Total
- ≈ 12h 20m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Annecy Meythet (NCY)
- Flight
- 8h 20m · 3,862 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h 20m · 96 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h 10m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
Estimates from straight-line distances, not timetables: flights at typical cruising speed plus taxi and climb, ground transfers at an average 40 mph. They leave out check-in and baggage time, and mountain roads in snow can take much longer. Check with airlines and transfer companies before booking.
Crans-Montana lift ticket 2026/27
CHF 3856-day adult Crans-Montana · ≈$466
CHF 64 per day · 2.1 km of trails per € · #17 of 34 for value in Switzerland
Dynamic pricing — book early for lower prices
67value scoreGood value
Crans-Montana trail map
We publish a trail map only once we have checked it against the resort's own file, and we do not yet have a verified map for Crans-Montana. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Crans-Montana has 140 trails and 30 lifts, running from 4,921ft to 9,843ft.
Why go to Crans-Montana
- Sunny plateau location
- Excellent snow conditions
- Modern lift infrastructure
- Great for all skill levels
- Beautiful lake views
- Good après-ski scene
Things to know
- Can be expensive
- Can get crowded
- Limited challenging terrain
- Weather dependent
- Limited tree skiing
- Can be windy
Skiing and snowboarding Crans-Montana by ability level
Beginners
Crans-Montana is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.
Intermediates
Perfect for intermediate skiers! Crans-Montana offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.
Advanced
Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Crans-Montana, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.
Our take on Crans-Montana
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Official resort website: crans-montana.ch
More on Crans-Montana
- Crans-Montana snow reportLive conditions, snow depth and the 7-day forecast by elevation
- Crans-Montana snow historyTen seasons of snowfall, snow depth, powder days and when the season ends
- Crans-Montana lift ticket pricesDay and multi-day ticket prices, how they have changed, and value for money
- Ski resorts in SwitzerlandLive snow reports and a map of resorts, cities and airports in Switzerland
Ski resorts near Crans-Montana
Distances are straight-line, not by road.