The magnificent high Alps that surround Davos and Klosters offer skiers of all standards a wealth of opportunities in a ski area that covers over 300km of prepared pistes and ample ‘off piste’ skiing. Just look at the choice available on the ski maps. Another advantage of this area is that it is only about 2½ hours from Zurich airport to Klosters or Davos so they are ideal resorts for a short break as you can leave the resort for your homeward journey late afternoon and this can give you an extra day’s skiing on the final day of your holiday.

Five large areas spread out on either side of Davos with over 300km of prepared pistes headed by the Parsenn. The Parsenn is also the main ski area for Klosters, whilst above Klosters are the south facing slopes of the Madrisa at 2,602m. Whichever area you choose to ski, one lift pass will cover you for all of the areas in both Davos and Klosters.

The Parsenn (Davos & Klosters) This is the largest ski area and is reached by a two stage funicular from Davos, where you can start your day’s skiing or take the further funicular to the Parsenn itself. There is a speedy six seater chair lift from the middle station up to the Weissflujoch at 2,680m. From Klosters the Parsenn ski area is reached by the Gotschna cable car from the centre of the village. From the top of the Weissflujoch funicular there’s a wide choice of superb runs down five different valleys for the intermediate skier. The ‘black’ runs over the moguls from up at the Gipfel at 2,840m above the Weissflujoch offer more of a challenge. The 12km piste down to Klosters or Kublis starts at the Weissflujoch or Gipfel and descends over a variety of terrain until you reach the Schwendi in the woods where there are two beautiful, rustic mountain restaurants and if it’s lunch time you must try the rösti. This is a superb long run, although not particularly difficult. From the Schwendi it’s about 1km to ski down to Schifer for the gondolas that bring you back up to the Weissflujoch. Several mountains restaurants and lively snow bars. At the end of the day you can ski the 4km back to Davos. There’s also a lovely ski run back to Klosters at the end of the day. A superb ski area that you will return to again and again during your holiday.

Madrisa (Klosters) Beautiful south facing slopes situated above Klosters and reached by gondola. This ski area is ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers with wide and open runs, restaurant and lively snow bar. From the summit at 2,602m there is a beautiful long 4km run down to Zugenhuttli from where a lift brings you back up to the main ski area again. The Klosters ski school nursery slopes are situated close to the top of the gondola. There’s a ski run back to Klosters but if you are a beginner then we suggest you come down by gondola.

Resort Facilities

Klosters has maintained much of its village charm with its wooden chalets and relaxed atmosphere.

Cross Country Skiing 35km of langlauf ski trails start from the village and take you out into the countryside.

Walking 45km of prepared paths kept open all winter. Map available from the tourist office.

Toboggan 3.5km run from Gotshnaboden to the village. Another run from the Alpenrosli restaurant to the village. The longest run of 9.5 km from Madrisa to Saas, is very attractive to families.

Kindergarten Mon-Fri 09.30-16.00 (also a creche). Nursery ski school on the Madrisa for children from age 3.

Skating & Curling Artificial open air rink at the sports centre.

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