General information on Crans Montana:
The Crans-Montana ski and golf resort is just a 3 minute car or bus ride away from the chalet. The ski season runs from the beginning of December to mid April. The ski slopes cover a huge area and range in altitude between 1500 and 3000 metres. There are 6 cable cars, 6 chairlifts, and numerous button bars, servicing the slopes. The majority of the runs are of an intermediate or easy level, and there are several ski and snowboard schools in the area. Some cross country skiing is possible, including on the Plaine Morte glacier at 3000 metres. There is also an outdoor ice skating rink in the centre of Montana and another in Crans. For apres ski there is a plentiful supply of restaurants and bars. And if you wish to venture further afield there are many other ski areas within easy reach. During the warm summer months there are many attractions in the local area, including hiking, cycling, amazing golf, river rafting, swimming, and paragliding. Something for everyone.
Transportation:
Although public transportation is very reliable and convenient in Switzerland, we suggest you have a car in order to visit all the attractions of the area.
Ski:
Crans Montana has some of the best skiing in the Valais and has the added advantage of being the sunniest resort !
Golf:
There are three 18 hole golf courses found in the region, day tickets can be bought for about 40 EUR: in Crans Montana, in Sierre (15 kilometers) and Sion (20 kilometres). Crans Montana also has a 9 hole golf course. For further details, please ask us.