Winter 2026–2027
Sledding Runs in French-Speaking Switzerland
Sledding runs at the ski resorts of French-speaking Switzerland and the Magic Pass ski areas: length, vertical drop, access, night sledding, and opening status updated every morning.
Run status updated on November 11, 2026 at 9:42 pm (sources: MySwitzerland and infosnow.ch).
Magic Pass resort included in the Magic Pass
The major sledding runs
A several-kilometer descent, with a ski lift to return to the starting point.
Les DiableretsMagic Pass
Vaud
- 7.2 kmlength
- 560 mvertical drop
Route: Les Mazots (summit of Meilleret) → village
Access: Diablerets Express Gondola
Night sledding: Thursday evenings
One of the longest runs in French-speaking Switzerland, located away from the ski slopes. Be sure to bring a good sled: the slope is gentle in places.
La Tzoumaz
Valais
- about 5 kmlength
- 711 mvertical drop
Route: Savoleyres → La Tzoumaz
Access: La Tzoumaz – Savoleyres Gondola
Fast and steep, with hairpin bends and a view of the Grand Combin. Sled rental at the start.
JaunMagic Pass
Fribourg
- 6 kmlength
- 580 mvertical drop
Route: Musersbergli → Jaun
Access: Gastlosen-Express Chairlift
The longest run in the canton of Fribourg, at the foot of the Gastlosen. A short section has to be walked.
CharmeyMagic Pass
Fribourg
- 4 kmlength
- 440 mvertical drop
Route: Vounetz → La Scie
Access: Gondola, then chairlift at La Scie
Night sledding: Friday evenings (headlamp)
Mostly reserved for sledding, through forests and pastures. Free snow tubing at the top.
MolésonMagic Pass
Fribourg
- 4 kmlength
- 500 mvertical drop
Route: Plan-Francey → Moléson-Village
Access: Funicular
Night sledding: Saturday evenings, booking required
Away from the ski slopes, through forests and pastures, with a view of the Gruyère region.
Lac NoirMagic Pass
Fribourg
- 4 kmlength
- 447 mvertical drop
Route: Riggisalp → Lac Noir
Access: Riggisalp Chairlift
Night sledding: evenings, on the floodlit run
In the evening, the blue Riggisalp slope becomes a sledding run.
AnzèreMagic Pass
Valais
- 3 kmlength
- 480 mvertical drop
Route: Les Rousses → Road to the Tseuzier Dam
Access: Les Rousses Chairlift
A gentle slope and a sweeping view of the Valais Alps.
GrimentzMagic Pass
Valais
- about 5 kmlength
- 530 mvertical drop
Route: Bendolla → Grimentz
Access: Bendolla Gondola
On snow-covered roads, with a beautiful view of the Anniviers Valley.
St-Luc – ChandolinMagic Pass
Valais
- about 4 kmlength
- 500 mvertical drop
Route: Tsapé → Chandolin
Access: Tsapé Chairlift
Between 2,000 and 2,500 m above sea level: one of the runs with the most reliable snow.
Champex-Lac
Valais
- 6.5 kmlength
- 700 mvertical drop
Route: La Breya → Champex-Lac
Access: La Breya Chairlift
A beautiful view at the start and unspoiled surroundings. Sleds are slower in soft snow.
Les MarécottesMagic Pass
Valais
- approx. 6.5 kmlength
- 655 mvertical drop
Route: La Creusaz → Les Marécottes
Access: La Creusaz Gondola
A descent through the forest facing the Mont Blanc massif.
Buttes – La RobellaMagic Pass
Neuchâtel
- 5 kmlength
- 445 mvertical drop
Route: La Robella → Buttes
Access: Robella Chairlift
The big sledding run of the Neuchâtel Jura. Low altitude: opens depending on snow conditions.
Shorter runs
Perfect for a first outing or when you're with kids.
Nendaz (Siviez)
Valais
- 2.4 kmlength
- 300 mvertical drop
Route: Tortin → Siviez
Access: Tortin Chairlift
A run reserved for sledding, with good glide.
Villars – GryonMagic Pass
Vaud
- 2 kmlength
- 250 mvertical drop
Route: Col de Soud → Villars
Access: Train from Villars to Bretaye
Short and easy; a few minutes' walk to the start.
Les Avants (Sonloup)Magic Pass
Vaud
- 2.5 kmlength
- 200 mvertical drop
Route: Sonloup → Les Avants
Access: Les Avants–Sonloup Funicular
Perfect for young children, with a view of Lake Geneva.
La Berra – La RocheMagic Pass
Fribourg
Status not reported
- 1.4 kmlength
- 270 mvertical drop
A small family run near Fribourg.
Thyon
Valais
- 1 kmlength
- 250 mvertical drop
Route: Thyon 2000 (top of La Matze) → Thyon 1900
Access: La Matze chair-gondola
La Matze family run, open in the afternoon (2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Sleds and bobsleds for rent at the chair-gondola station.
LeukerbadMagic Pass
Valais
- 1.5 and 1 kmlength
Route: Gemmiwind and Gemmiblitz runs
Two short runs above the spa village.
For kids: sledding hills
Small, safe slopes for a first try, sometimes with a lift.
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Chalet-à-GobetVaud · 200 m run on the edge of Lausanne
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MauborgetVaud · Bob lift and magic carpet
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Closed
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Les Mosses – La LécheretteMagic PassVaud · Sledding slopes in the village of Les Mosses and in La Lécherette
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Saint-GeorgeVaud · 500 m designated for sledding
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Closed
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Closed
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Closed
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La FoulyValais · Floodlit Petite Combe run on some evenings
Closed
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Crans-MontanaValais · Snow Island, at the golf course
Snow Tubing
Slide down snow chutes sitting on a big inflatable tube: thrills guaranteed—best for older children and adults.
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Leysin – Tobogganing ParkMagic PassVaud · Switzerland's most famous snowtubing park, designed by bobsled champion Silvio Giobellina
Elsewhere in the Magic Pass ski areas
All of these resorts are part of the Magic Pass: here are their best sledding runs in German-speaking Switzerland.
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Blatten-BelalpUpper Valais · About 10 km, from Belalp to Blatten
Closed
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Melchsee-FruttObwalden · 8 km to Stöckalp
Closed
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RosswaldUpper Valais · About 8 km
Closed
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VisperterminenUpper Valais · 7 km, one of the sunniest runs in Valais
Closed
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LauchernalpUpper Valais · From Lauchernalp to Wiler (Lötschental)
Closed
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KientalBernese Oberland · 5.4 km, night sledding on Saturday evenings
Status not reported
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WiriehornBernese Oberland · 5 km, night sledding on Friday evenings
Closed
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EischollUpper Valais · 3 km to the village
Closed
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NiederhornBernese Oberland · 3 km, from the summit to Vorsass
Closed
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SörenbergLucerne · Two runs starting from Rossweid
Closed
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Klewenalp-StockhütteNidwalden · Several runs and night sledding evenings
Closed
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Mörlialp GiswilObwalden · Night sledding on Fridays and Saturdays
Closed
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Meiringen-HaslibergBernese Oberland · Night sledding on some Fridays, from January to March
Closed
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Sattel-HochstuckliSchwyz · Run included in the day pass
Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the sledding runs open?
Generally at the same time as the resorts, as soon as there is enough snow—often from mid-December. Runs at lower elevations open later and close earlier. The label on each run shows its status for the day.
What is the longest sledding run in French-speaking Switzerland?
The Les Diablerets run, 7.2 km long with a 560 m vertical drop. In the Magic Pass ski areas, the Belalp run in Upper Valais is over 9 km long.
Where can I go sledding in the evening?
In Les Diablerets on Thursdays, in Charmey on Fridays, at Moléson on Saturdays, and at Lac Noir on the floodlit Riggisalp run. A headlamp is required in Charmey and at Moléson.
Is a helmet required?
No, but it's highly recommended, especially for children. Good winter shoes with treaded soles help with braking.
Can I rent a sled on site?
Yes, at most of the major runs, at the lift station or in the resort's sports shops.
The run status comes from the snow reports published by the resorts (MySwitzerland / infosnow). It may change during the day: if in doubt, check with the resort. Do you know another sledding run at one of our resorts? Let us know here.