Verbier

Resort description:With unbeatable skiing and an Infamous nightlife Verbier Ski Resort needs little introduction. It is one of the most infamous and widely reported resorts in the world. Whether you seek powder and thrills, lively bars and stylish restaurants or village charm from your ski holiday, Verbier has something for everyone, bar complete beginners.Located three hours from Zurich,two hours from Geneva and one hour from Sion,Verbier Ski Resort is one of Switzerlands (and Europes) best known and most popular resorts.It can also be easily reached by car from Calais. Home to the rich and famous, as well as being a vast ski area,in a south facing bowl, Verbier is set high on the mountainside, spanning over four valleys and offering great panoramic views
 

Skiing in Verbier is suitable for almost all levels but in particular more advanced skiers.Verbiers off piste skiing when on song is awesome.Verbier is linked by lifts to neighbouring Thyon, Veysonnaz and Nendaz, and together they form the Four Valleys.The ski pass can now cover Chamonix and Courmayeur offering more skiing and variety than the 3 valleys in France.


Accommodation in Verbier is varied and the resort is built in traditional chalet style boasting plenty of sports shops, boutiques, bars, restaurants and cafés. Renowned for its thriving nightlife which goes on though until the early hours, those who visit Verbier looking to enjoy the après ski will not be disappointed!Whether you seek powder and thrills, lively bars and stylish restaurants or village charm from your ski holiday, Verbier has something for everyone.

The ski area spans over 400km, stretching across the Four Valleys area to Nendaz and Thyon. This huge area provides endless cruising blue and red pistes suitable for all skiing abilities, but more for intermediates upwards. The dedicated nursery slopes and excellent ski schools offer something for beginners of all ages and those looking to be challenged by Verbier’s notorious off-piste and black runs do not need to look far.

The nightlife is as legendary as the skiing and can be as lively or sophisticated as you wish. An abundance of top quality restaurants, bars and shops are all conveniently located within easy walking distance of both of hotels and many up market chalets. Alternatively you can sample the lively après-ski bars in your ski boots and finish the evening feasting on delicious cuisine served in the resort.Whichever type of holiday you are searching for in Verbier, you will certainly have made a very good choice.

Resort Information

Season 	             Dec - Mid April
Nearest Airport      Geneva
Ski Area 	     410km area (4 Valleys)
Ski Lifts 	     86
Ski Runs 	     185
Longest Run 	     16km
Resort Height 	     1500m

Snowball Ratings

Beginners 	     1.5 / 5
Intermediates 	     4 / 5
Experts 	     4 / 5
Families 	     3 / 5
Nightlife 	     4.5 / 5
Affordability 	     3 / 5
Non Ski Activities   3.5 / 5