The resort

The ski resort of Arosa is one of the highest ski resort villages in Europe at 1,739m above sea level. The ski resort is located amidst pine forested slopes at the top of the delightful Schanfigg Valley, above Chur, surrounded by a circle of mountains.  The ski resort has a relaxed atmosphere and could be seen as a classic winter resort with skating on the frozen lake and horse drawn sleighs in the streets. The resort of Arosa offers fantastic skiing over 70km of pistes with two well-linked ski areas and a highly efficient lift system. The ski resort of Arosa offers skiing for all levels skiers and snowboarders.

The skiing and boarding

Skiing in Arosa is split over two sides and there are plenty of intermediate cruising runs. being almost all above the treeline means the snow keeps well and there are some good nursery slopes. For the advanced skier there are a good few off piste routes and some ungroomed 'free-ride' slopes as well. Snowboarding in Arosa offers a snow park and half pipe. Arosa is, however, a pleasure for families, beginners and intermediates. The wide open pistes are uncrowded and non-skiers can easily meet up with skiers for lunch in one of the 8 mountain restaurants.

The apres ski

The ski resort of Arosa has a large number of mountain paths for walkers and most of the mountain resturants are accessable on foot. The resort has indoor and outdoor ice rinks along with an indoor pool. Arosa offers plenty of lively bars including the popular piano bar beside the ice rink.

Resort overview

The ski resort of Arosa is known for its après ski activities. There are indoor swimming pools, ice-skating on three open-air rinks and one covered rink, curling, chess and bridge evenings. There are more than 60km of walking trails including over 20km of cross country loops and over 45km of winter walking paths make this a popular resort for non skiers. Some of these paths cut through groomed pistes, but skiers can look far enough ahead to avoid walkers.

Other winter activities include parasailing and hang gliding, ballooning, curling. The ski resort of Arosa also has a fitness centre, swimming pool and indoor tennis courts.

After skiing in Arosa you will find a good choice of either casual stüblis or more sophisticated bars. The resort also has a casino complex, which includes a cinema, nightclub and bar. The road from Chur ends in Arosa so there is no through traffic. Sledge runs are great fun too and there are three prepared runs in Arosa - the longest is 2.8km!

Nearly all of the skiing is above the tree line and there is an efficient network of runs connecting Arosa's two ski areas. With plenty of wide runs it is ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers.

the latest snow and weather conditions

Last Snow	4th December		Forecast	Freezing fog
Lower Snow Depth	45 cm		Upper Snow Depth	55 cm
Conditions	Powder		Runs Open	25 %
Last Report Update	4th December 08:30