Ski Saas-Fee and you are in 'The Pearl of the Alps' as it's known. This utterly charming Swiss resort has it's own glacier and for skiing & snowboarding in Switzerland, takes some beating. Read our review now.
Where
If you choose to ski Saas-Fee you will be located at the foot of the Saas glacier so the the ski holidays in Saas Fee ensure guaranteed snow. This charming location lies beneath the snow covered peaks of switzerland's highest mountain 'The Dom'. There are 32 pistes covering 100Km, so everyone will find something to enjoy, and access is good from either Sion or Geneva or other airports.
On the slopes
Ski holidays in Saas Fee come with guaranteed snow - one of the benefits of the glaciers that circle the area. Although the runs aren't always steep, intermediates should find plenty to keep them busy for a week, with over 50kms of runs rated intermediate. Boarding is very popular here, with half pipes, fun parks and boarder cross for boarders to enjoy, in addition to the slopes. There are also competitions held throughout the season.
Ski area :
If you ski Saas Fee and you are in the Swiss ski region of Valais.
Off the slopes
Saas-Fee has over 7,500 beds available in hotels, chalets and apartments in this charming Swiss mountain village. In its narrow pedestrianised streets you'll find a good range of shops and facilities. There's a lively après ski scene with, bars, pubs and discos in the village, and a choice of restaurants offering everything from traditional Swiss food through to popular international choices such as pizza. You'll also find extensive hiking trails, mountaineering, snowshoeing, a sled run, curling, and outdoor ice-skating. A great ski resort to try out for the first time!