Swiss Snow Board Holidays

Savognin, Switzerland

Introduction

Two hours south of Zurich lies the relatively unknown resort of Savognin that is fast becoming a magnet for snowboarders out for a good time and for riders who want to steer clear of the big resorts because they don't want to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of large ski crowds. Fortunately the ski press don't mention Savognin, which helps to keep this gem a small secret for snowboraders to do as they please with. The natives are super friendly and happy to have snowboarders on their slopes. The local snowboard scene is cool with its own riders club where you can find out all there is to know about this place, such as the best hits or runs and where to get messy in the evenings when the lifts are closed. The 50 miles of piste will make a weeks stay well worth it, appealing to novice carvers

Resort Statistics

Resort Type:  Alpine
Winter: Dec to April
Summer: None

Lifts

Total Lifts: 10
Chair lifts: 3
Drag lifts: 7
Other lifts: 3 Magic carpets, snow-shuttle (cat)
Max people per hour: 16,000
Board Leashes required: No

Mountain

Total pistes/trails: 27
Total ride area: 80km
Longest run: 7km

Top lift: 2713m
Vertical drop: 1513m
First lift: 1210m

Piste suitability

Green runs: 35%
Red runs: 63%
Black runs: 2%

Lift Passes

Lift Passes:  Half Day 41CHF
1 Day pass - 50Chf
5 Day pass - 216Chf
Season 705
Lift times:8.30am to 4.30pm

Snowfall

Average annual snowfall: 4metres
Artificial snowmaking coverage: 10%

Facilities

Night Riding: :  Yes

Heliboarding: :  Not available
Snowmobiles: Not available

Further information

www.savognin.ch/
Email:ferien@savognin.ch

Online:107 register/login

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