Flumserberg, St. Gallen

Flumserberg resort guide

St. Gallen, Switzerland

Easy access from Zurich with family-friendly slopes

Flumserberg at a glance

65
Trails
14
Lifts
7,290ft
Top
3,937ft
Base
3,353ft
Vertical
ACH
Nearest airport, 34 mi
40% beginner40% intermediate20% advanced

Flumserberg offers convenient access from Zurich, excellent beginner terrain, and beautiful Lake Walen views.

Your questions about Flumserberg, answered

How big is Flumserberg?

Flumserberg has 65 trails served by 14 lifts — 22nd for trails of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland. On lifts it ranks 20th of the 34.

How high is Flumserberg?

The lifts run from 3,937ft at the base to 7,290ft at the top, a vertical of 3,353ft. Of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland, that is the 27th highest, with the 22nd biggest vertical.

Is Flumserberg good for beginners or experts?

The trails at Flumserberg split 40% beginner, 40% intermediate and 20% advanced, against an average of 30% beginner and 29% advanced across the resorts we track in Switzerland.

On those numbers it suits beginners.

When is the ski season at Flumserberg?

Over the last ten winters Flumserberg has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around November 21 to May 18, about 180 days.

January is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 47in, 43in of new snow and 3.3 bluebird days.

Month-by-month snow history →

What is the nearest airport to Flumserberg?

The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Sankt Gallen Altenrhein (ACH), 34 mi away in a straight line. Zürich (ZRH) is 38 mi, Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH), Germany is 44 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 Flumserberg?

A 6-day adult Flumserberg costs CHF 335 for 2026/27, or CHF 56 a day. For value it ranks 26th of the 34 resorts we price in Switzerland.

Full lift ticket prices and history →

Airports near Flumserberg

Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.

  • Sankt Gallen AltenrheinACH
    34 mi
  • ZürichZRH
    38 mi · major airport
  • Bodensee Airport FriedrichshafenFDH
    44 mi · major airport

Travel time to Flumserberg

Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.

  • Fly to Zürich (ZRH)Quickest
    Flight
    8h 30m · 3,921 mi
    Ground transfer
    1h 15m · 51 mi
    Total
    ≈ 9h 45m
  • Fly to Sankt Gallen Altenrhein (ACH)
    Flight
    8h 35m · 3,962 mi
    Ground transfer
    1h 10m · 46 mi
    Total
    ≈ 12h 15m

    Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added

  • Fly to Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH)
    Flight
    8h 30m · 3,954 mi
    Ground transfer
    1h 30m · 60 mi
    Total
    ≈ 12h 30m

    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.

Flumserberg lift ticket 2026/27

CHF 3356-day adult Flumserberg · ≈$406

CHF 56 per day · 1.1 km of trails per € · #26 of 34 for value in Switzerland

Dynamic pricing — book early for lower prices

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Price history since 2000/01, currency converter & value breakdown

Flumserberg 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 Flumserberg. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Flumserberg has 65 trails and 14 lifts, running from 3,937ft to 7,290ft.

Why go to Flumserberg

  • Easy access from Zurich
  • Family-friendly resort
  • Excellent beginner terrain
  • Beautiful Lake Walen views
  • Good value for money
  • Modern facilities

Things to know

  • Limited challenging terrain
  • Can get crowded
  • Limited nightlife
  • Weather dependent
  • Limited tree skiing
  • Smaller ski area

Skiing and snowboarding Flumserberg by ability level

Beginners

Flumserberg is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.

Intermediates

Perfect for intermediate skiers! Flumserberg offers a good variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.

Advanced

Advanced skiers will find limited challenging terrain at Flumserberg, as the resort is primarily designed for beginner and intermediate skiers.

Our take on Flumserberg

Food & dining

Après-ski

Price level

Mid-range

Facilities

Official resort website: flumserberg.ch

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Distances are straight-line, not by road.