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The 8 Best Ski & Snowboard Areas in Canton of Vaud, Canton of Vaud
Located in the southwestern part of Switzerland, in its French-speaking part between Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, the Canton of Vaud is a vacation destination where life is good. Easily accessible thanks to the proximity of Geneva international airport and an exceptionally dense public transport network, the region offers all the necessary infrastructures, from five-star palaces to charming guest rooms. The diversity of its landscapes, from the peaks of the Alps, to the lakeside towns of Lausanne and Montreux, to the wide open spaces of the Jura and the authentic charm of the countryside, concentrates all the facets of Switzerland in one territory. The beautiful towns and villages, such as Lausanne, Montreux, Nyon, Morges and Yverdon-les-Bains, are steeped in centuries of history and rich in captivating culture. This region has influenced and inspired artists over the years, from Lord Byron and Audrey Hepburn to Charlie Chaplin and Freddie Mercury. But the region is best known for its art of living. Local or internationally renowned events, outdoor sports activities, regional know-how, typical and high level gastronomy, excellent wines, living traditions, cultural offer... are all elements that seduce visitors.
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1. Swiss Ski School Villars
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5.0 based on 77 reviews
The evolution of winter sports equipment and our instructors will lead you to discover the many facets of snowsports and to ski in a way that, until recently, seemed inaccessible to you. Progress with confidence and security with your teacher, who will arouse your curiosity and be available for you at every moment of your evolution. All levels: Skiing, Carving, Freeride, Freestyle, Competition, Swiss Snowleague Tests, etc ...
Reviewed By sarahgraceneale - Bristol, United Kingdom
I can’t express how grateful we are for Stephanie teaching us how to ski! We had 3 sets of 2 hour lessons and the progress we made was remarkable, the school has great facilities. We were adults learning for the first time and although it’s a humbling experience it instructor was good at keeping us positive and progressing. Can’t recommend it enough.
2. Villars Gryon Les Diablerets Bex
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4.5 based on 140 reviews
Leave the stress of everyday life behind you and experience revitalizing relaxation in an intact environment. Contemplate the changing and magnificent colours of the alpine pastures, the charm of the altitude lakes, the exhilarating spectacle of nature that is made generous and vibrant in the summer. Thanks to our 300 km of hikes, discover one of the largest Swiss nature reserves. The majesty, charm and serenity of our landscapes will make you fully enjoy the true alpine zen
Reviewed By Weezlee - Bern, Switzerland
All skilllevels, good conditions of the pistes, not many people on the chairs. Nice view over the alps... Good foods, and accurate priceing.
3. Glacier 3000
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4.5 based on 644 reviews
Discover the new must-see attraction in the region: the PeakWalk by Tissot (only suspension bridge connecting 2 peaks in the World). In only 45 mn. from Villars and 10mn from Les Diablerets, you can enjoy a breathtaking view on the Matterhorn, Mont-Blanc & Jungfrau and discover many activities on the Glacier where the snow never melts.
Reviewed By jassimarw - New Delhi, India
The glacier 3000 was the best experience I ever had The view was amazing the peak to peak only suspension bridge in the world was amazing.it is a must visit place
4. Tobogganing Park
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4.0 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By marknubani - San Antonio, United States
Our trip to Tobogganing Park in December 2019 was super amazing and so much fun for adults and children.
5. Diablerets Tourisme
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4.0 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By 658marshallb - Ferney-Voltaire, France
The office of tourism provides some very useful and free hiking maps, among every other kind of brochure or map you would possibly want for exploring the area. And, if you are staying in a hotel or B&B in the area (until October 22), you will receive a voucher for free access to a number of activities ("Free Access Card", which otherwise costs 12 CHF/day), plus to post buses and shuttle buses, which is important because the Isenau cable car is not operating this summer (2017): the post bus takes you to Col du Pillon from the gare, and the shuttle bus the rest of the way up to Isenau - there is a timetable that you need to refer to if you want to take advantage of these buses. You can also park your car at Col du Pillon (or if you are really adventuresome, and preferably with 4 wheel drive, you could make it all the way up to Isenau, taking the same route as the shuttle bus). The trails leading up to the Col des Anderets are quite accessible for people of all ages and abilities, with wonderful views at 2000m towards the Lac d'Arnon, on a gravel path starting at Isenau that sometimes is shared with mountain bikes. From there, one can walk further up for views of Les Diablerets or down to the lake, but we were happy to make it up to the Col des Anderets and then walk down to the town rather than wait for the shuttle bus at Isenau. The only problem with the hike down from Isenau to Les Diablerets is that in wet weather the trail can get muddy and slippery in stretches that go across fields and through the woods, so poles would be useful.
6. Station de ski Ste-Croix - Les Rasses
7. TELECABINE LEYSIN - LA BERNEUSE
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4.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By alano645
Short walk down hill from our hotel to the cable car station, very helpful staff assisted us into the gondola. The views on the way up were fantastic. At the top, sitting in the warm sunshine with mountains as far as the eye could see and a very pleasant bar/cafe, plus a revolving restaurant what more could one want.
8. Piste De Luge Des Diablerets
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4.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By martinigi - Lausanne, Switzerland
40minutes from Lausanne. You park right in front of the lift station Les Diablerets Le Vioz. Depending on the quality of the snow you can either use your bobsled or you will be asked to rent their price range vary from 12-20chf. Their are very comfortable for 2, solid and easy to drive. You take the mountain lift, enjoy the view for 10 minutes and you get of the second stop. There is a Mensa/ refreshment bistro on the top. The track is more than 4 km long, mostly in wood, second part is side of a road. Absolute unit of fun. We loved it. However I would not allow single ride to a kid below 8 year old, when the snow is frozen you really need to have force to break / steer. The 2,5 hour ski-pas was for 29chf and we did 5 rides top/down and were exhausted.. thumbs up. Lovely half day activity in winter.
