Adelboden Ski Holidays

Adelboden ski resort is traditional, peaceful and away from the crowds. Go skiing in Adelboden for a family-friendly atmosphere.

Adelboden Ski Resort

1,353m above sea level, in the mountainous heart of the Bernese Oberland, Adelboden ski resort is a village-sized cluster of gingerbread-house wooden chalets surrounded by pine trees and flanked by snow-capped peaks. This traditional village is tucked away on a sunny mountainside, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valley and superb skiing. A peaceful ski resort filled with plenty of charm; Adelboden is filled with rustic chalet-style buildings, tea rooms and quality hotels which line the pedestrian friendly high street and quaint lanes.

An ideal skiing destination for families, Adelboden is the first ski resort in Switzerland to have been awarded the Alpine Wellness holiday resort certificate. Adelboden ski resort is home to a wide range of accommodation, a high density of cosy alpine huts and snow bars, and 204km of pisted runs with ski terrain to suit skiers of all abilities. The charming town is well equipped with a variety of child-friendly leisure activities, whilst many of the hotels offer family-oriented facilities or in-house childcare services.

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Adelboden Transfer Time

Geneva

3h 0m

Best For...

All abilities
Terrain park
Traditional Alpine charm

Resort Statistics

Resort Altitude 1,353m
Skiing Altitude 2,400m
Total Ski Area 204km
Lifts 72
Blue Runs 97km
Red Runs 93km
Black Runs 14km
Cross Country 21km

Ski Accommodation in Adelboden, Switzerland

Our collection of Adelboden ski accommodation has been hand-picked by our ski experts. Whether you’re looking for a luxury escape, a boutique hotel or something suitable for the whole family, our experts would be delighted to help you find the perfect accommodation for your ski holiday.

Ski Areas in Adelboden

The relaxed ski resort of Adelboden lies in the middle of the Bernese Alps. This vast skiing area tempts all calibre of skiers from families to top athletes. Four separate ski areas lie within close reach, with Adelboden-Frutigen-Lenk being the biggest linked area, housing 204km of pisted runs which are connected by 72 high-performance lifts. The slopes in Adelboden have received the international ski area test quality seal, whilst the off-piste offers plenty to please powder seekers.

Skiing in Adelboden

The terrain in Adelboden ski resort varies between the world-cup giant slalom run on the Chuenisbärgli, to a multitude of cross-country ski trails and even a freeride arena. However, this is not to say the ski resort should not tempt families or beginner skiers, as the skiing area is home to a good network of blue runs and nursery slopes which are sure to be uncrowded due to their separation from the main ski area via a gondola ride. All skiers will enjoy fantastic panoramic views of this charming alpine town from the slopes and excellent skiing.

Snowboarding in Adelboden

Adelboden is well suited to intermediate riders due to its diverse terrain, snow park and variety of pistes. Expert snowboarders will enjoy tackling the ski area’s more challenging black runs in the Geils area, as well as the good offering of off-piste terrain, aided by the ski resort’s consistent good snowfall records. Beginner snowboarders should be aware of the ski resort’s areas of long, flat piste; notably the long run back down into the town, which may prove more challenging for those less experienced.

Ski Schools in Adelboden

With many ski schools and instructors to choose between, there really is something for everybody.

We’ve partnered with New Generation and Oxygène and highly recommend their services. All of our partners offer fantastic lessons for all ability levels.

Book your ski lessons with our recommended suppliers. If you’re traveling during a peak week be sure to book these well in advance.

Top Runs

29 (Blue)
Starting at an impressive 2,100m, this slope is great for some high-altitude cruising.

49 (Red)
A gentle and scenic red slope with magnificent views across the valley.

40 (Black)
Starting from the top of the Luegli chairlift, this black slope is perfect for thrill seekers.

Crèches in Adelboden

A special children’s ski club is available in Adelboden ski resort for those aged three to five, offering a range of activities such as races and parties, that will ensure no one misses out on a fun filled week in the snow. Adelboden offers a good range of nursery slopes with magic carpet lift facilities, which are designed to ensure children can get the most out of their time on the slopes.

Restaurants in Adelboden

Adelboden ski resort offers a huge variety of Alpine huts dotted around the main ski area, providing a welcome respite for the keen skier. Enjoy an authentic Swiss mountain experience from one of the many farm buildings on the mountain, which double up as a restaurant during the winter months, providing great cuisine and fair pricing. In the town, you can indulge in a range of dining experiences, from fondue in an igloo to a variety of traditional raclettes and local delicacies.

Après Ski in Adelboden

Whilst remaining a relatively quiet and traditional Swiss mountain village, Adelboden does not fail to offer a nice selection of après ski in the bars of the main hotels. Axe Bar at The Cambrian Hotel offers wholesome food with majestic mountain views. In general however, this charming ski resort will be best suited to those looking for a week of fantastic skiing, topped off by delicious local cuisine and wonderful views.

Non-Skiers

Adelboden offers a fantastic variety of activities for non-skiers. There are 40km of winter hiking trails for those who want a day off the slopes or to take in the magnificent views at a slower pace. An additional 24km of toboggan runs as well as leisure facilities such as ski festivals, ice skating, dog sledding, sleigh rides, ice climbing, snowshoe touring and paragliding will be sure to keep the whole group entertained both on and off the slopes.

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