Crans Montana Ski Resort
Located on a stunning, south facing plateau above the Rhone Valley, the setting of Crans Montana is certainly hard to beat – and that’s before the extensive skiing is considered.
Yes the southerly orientation does mean the snow quality can suffer, but the sweeping views over the valley to the towering peaks of the Swiss Valais more than make up for this. Fortunately too, most of the skiing is located above 2000m, mitigating some of the sun issues and the resort has invested heavily in an advanced snowmaking system – meaning skiing is more assured than ever before.
As the resort’s name suggests, there are two towns to choose from, Crans and Montana, both of which are accessed via funicular railway from the valley town of Sierre. As they have expanded, they have practically merged together, either side of the small Etang Grenon lake. Further accommodation is available at the Barzettes lift base, but this provides the best access up the hill.
Our Crans Montana Resort Ratings
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