Canton of Neuchâtel

Neuchâtel ski resorts

10 ski resorts, from the Neuchâtel Mountains to the Val-de-Travers. Webcams, prices, and weather for each resort—all in one place.

Skiing in the Canton of Neuchâtel

Located at altitudes ranging from 900 to 1,450 meters, the Neuchâtel ski resorts are small, family-run areas just a few minutes from Neuchâtel, La Chaux-de-Fonds, and Le Locle. People come here for a day or a few hours of skiing, often with their families, and the canton is also an excellent place for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Frequently Asked Questions About Skiing in the Canton of Neuchâtel

What is the largest ski resort in Neuchâtel?

Les Bugnenets – Les Savagnières is the largest ski area in the canton, with about 30 kilometers of trails and 8 ski lifts, at the foot of Chasseral. Buttes – La Robella, in the Val-de-Travers, comes next with about 20 kilometers of slopes.

Which resorts in Neuchâtel are included in the Magic Pass?

Three resorts in Neuchâtel are part of the Magic Pass (Les Bugnenets – Les Savagnières, Buttes – La Robella and Le Pâquier – Crêt-du-Puy).

Where can you ski near Neuchâtel?

Val-de-Ruz is the closest: Le Pâquier – Crêt-du-Puy and Les Bugnenets – Les Savagnières can be reached in about half an hour from Neuchâtel. The Vue-des-Alpes is also very close by, on the road to La Chaux-de-Fonds.

Where can you ski near La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle?

La Corbatière – Roche-aux-Crocs, Le Locle – Sommartel and Brot-Plamboz are just a few minutes from the Neuchâtel Mountains. The ski lift at La Chaux-de-Fonds - Chapeau-Rablé, in La Chaux-de-Fonds, has closed permanently.

When do the ski resorts in Neuchâtel open?

Since the Neuchâtel ski resorts are at low altitudes, they open depending on snow conditions—usually between December and January—and sometimes operate for only a few weeks each winter. Check our opening dates page and the webcams for each resort before you leave.