Ski Holidays Nendaz
Ski holidays Nendaz

Ski Holidays in Nendaz

If Verbier is too expensive for you, or you want a little more resort charm, you should consider staying in the “back door ski resort” of Nendaz. Nendaz shares the same ski area of the Swiss Four Valleys, with its better-known neighbour of Verbier, which covers 412km of pistes connected by 92 lifts.

Nendaz is located at 1365m and its ski range is between 1300m to 3330m. The slopes are best suited to advanced skiers and brave intermediates. Total beginners would also enjoy it here as the nursery slopes in Nendaz are a perfect place to lean with the local slopes providing excellent progression which are both wide and gentle.

Nendaz is approx. 2 hours from Geneva. We offer a couple of excellent catered ski chalets in Nendaz and some self-catered apartments that represent excellent value for money, some include the cost of the ski pass.

Buy 1 get 1 free on ski rental with our rental partners Skiset, when you book a holiday at this resort with Ski Line. Exclusions and conditions apply.
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Snowboarding
  • Language
    French/German
  • Currency
    Swiss Franc

Why Ski in Nendaz?

Nendaz is a friendly and relaxed village with amazing views overlooking the Rhone valley. Together with Verbier, Veysonnaz, Thyon and La Tzoumaz they make up the 4 Valleys ski area, which boasts an impressive 412km of piste.

This small resort offers an excellent value alternative to Verbier, with quick and easy access to the 4 Valleys circuit, plus plenty of great terrain in the local Printz ski area. The friendly village atmosphere, plenty of non-skiing activities and laid back après ski make this a great choice for mixed ability groups and especially families; Nendaz has been given a special accreditation by the Swiss Tourist board for its family friendly credentials.

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Nendaz Piste Map
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Pistes

  • Km of Piste
    412km
  • Black
    10
  • Red
    55
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    23

Altitudes

  • Resort Altitude
    1500m
  • Highest Piste
    3300m

Expert Ratings

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Snowboarding

About the ski resort of Nendaz

Linked to its more famous sister resort of Verbier, Nendaz is the Four Valleys second resort and will appeal to those looking for a big ski area with a little more resort charm than can be found on the other end of the valley. It’s located on a high and sunny plateau. Ski Line has been offering chalets in Nendaz for years but it’s only since a few of the main chalet operators started featuring it that demand really picked up. We currently offer a limited number of good quality chalets here. The old village is made up of old wooden building and offers some of Switzerland’s best mountain views. Nendaz is a perfect back door resort with access to lots of skiing.

About the skiing in Nendaz

The 4 valleys ski area offers over 412km of piste, but at lower priced accommodation than can be found in Verbier and will appeal particually to better skiers. The resort height at 1500m means snow is normally excellent. We think Nendaz is suitable for all levels of skiers and families in search of value for money.

Nendaz for beginners

There are some excellent beginner slopes offering wide and gentle runs, ideal for perfecting your turns.

Nendaz for Intermediates

A perfect choice for all levels of intermediate skiers and snowboarders, the runs vary from wide and gentle to steep and deep and with access to the slopes around Verbier should make Nendaz a perfect choice.

Nendaz for advanced

Nendaz is a perfect choice for advanced skiers in search of skiing paradise both on and off piste.

Après ski in Nendaz

Choose from lively nightlife with après ski bars and live music to piano bars and relaxed cafés. Why not try Bal, Malabar, Cactus Saloon, Mazot and Tchin Tchin piano bar.

Activities off the slopes in Nendaz

  • Sports centre with curling rink, ice hockey, outdoor ice rink, sauna, fitness room, squash courts
  • Indoor Golf
  • Paragliding
  • Ice climbing
  • Tobogganing
  • Weekly family activities with tourist office

Accommodation in Nendaz

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