Fiesch Ski Resort & Transfer Guide
Fiesch resort is little known outside Switzerland - it is a hidden treasure with some great skiing, located in the car-free, traditional Swiss village giving you a great opportunity to embrace the local culture.
Local ski instructors will show you super off-piste runs from Eggishorn (2926m) - from where you can overlook the entire Aletsch glacier. The resort also offers well-maintained winter hiking trails that are very popular amongst locals.
Traveling to Fiesch ski resort can be done in comfort and ease if you choose Alps2Alps as your ski transfer provider to have a great start to your ski holidays.
Ski Resort Location
The resort is located in Valais region in Swiss Alps near Italian border. It is a part of Aletsch Arena, which also includes Riederalp and Bettmeralp, giving you a total of 104 km downhill pistes to enjoy.
Aletsch Arena geographically is a part of UNESCO World Heritage, therefore you will be able to capture unspoiled natural landscapes, imposing peaks and magnificent glacier - definitely a life-changing experience.
Plenty of accommodation offers on this sunny car-free plateau are right at the pistes. There are plenty of off-piste activities like snowshoeing, sledding, ice skating to just name a few and there is also indoor sports resort ‘’Fiesch Sport and Leisure Center’’.
Closest Airports to Fiesch
If you’re flying to Fiesch be sure to arrive via one of the closest airports to the resort:
- Sion Airport (SIR) - Sion, Switzerland
- Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) - Milan, Italy
- Geneva Airport (GVA) - Geneva, Switzerland
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Zurich, Switzerland
- Euroairport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL/MLH/EAP) - Basel, Switzerland
Closest Train Stations to Fiesch
There is a direct train to Fiesch - the train station is in the village and there are train connections from all the biggest Switzerland's cities.
- Swiss railways - https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Transfer Times
These transfer times to Fiesch are approximate only - traffic and weather conditions can impact transfer times:
- Sion Airport (SIR) – 1 hour 30 minutes
- Geneva Airport (GVA) – 3 hours
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) – 3 hours 20 minutes
- Euroairport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL/MLH/EAP) – 3 hours 50 minutes
How Much Will Your Transfer Cost
When choosing your transfer provider to Fiesch ski resort, we understand that you will be looking to best price and quality ratio - therefore we are more than happy to inform you that we have not only the best service but also the best price on the market - the final price for your transfer to Fiesch will be influenced by:
- Number of people in your group
- Day and time of your transfer
- Your chosen airport
- Distance to your chosen ski resort
- Special offers that we can offer at the time you book
Booking your transfer to Fiesch for midweek (Monday-Friday) means that the prices will be up to 60% lower than usual weekend prices! Also, booking your transfer during the off-season and off-peak means that you will save even more. Vehicle availability, vehicle utilization, schedule of transfers and other costs like road tolls and parking fees are taken into consideration when calculating the final transfer price to Fiesch.
In order to discuss any specific needs of your trip to Fiesch or your plans to travel as a larger group, please get in touch with us directly.
Resort Open & Closing Dates
Seasonal opening dates at Fiesch are subject to snow conditions, though are currently listed as follows:
- Season opens - 7th December 2019
- Season closes - 18th April 2020
Ski Resort Essentials
Fiesch sits at 1050m with pistes from 1050 to 2870m above sea level. Here are some essential stats of the ski resort:
- 2 black pistes
- 5 red pistes
- 4 blue pistes
- Ski lifts: 10
- Downhill pistes: 45km
- Cross-country pistes: 8km
Fiesch ski resort has snow park for snowboarding enthusiasts and with pistes above 2500m, both snowboarding and skiing is assured throughout the season. With Aletsch Arena Ski Pass you can enjoy also other resorts nearby.
Family Friendly/Kids
The resort is perfect for families - it has been awarded the Family Destination label by the Swiss Tourism Federation. There is "ski for free" offer for children and teenagers every Saturday all year long.
Fiesch Snowsport School will help every member of the family not only to improve their skills but also will help to create a charming and memorable experience.
Weather/Snow Weekly Forecast
- https://www.accuweather.com/en/ch/fiesch/315619/weather-forecast/315619
- https://www.yr.no/place/Switzerland/Valais/Fiesch/
Maps of Fiesch
- https://www.bergfex.com/aletsch-arena/panorama/
- http://www.snow-forecast.com/resorts/Fiesch-Eggishorn-Aletsch/pistemap
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Tourist Resources & Links
These links with useful information might be handy when traveling to the Fiesch resort, therefore you will get the most out of your ski holidays:
How to Choose Transfers to Fiesch
If you book your transfer to Fiesch ski resort with Alps2Alps, you will benefit from:
- 24/7 customer service
- English-speaking, friendly drivers
- The lowest transfer price on market
- Total commitment to reliability and punctuality
- Modern and comfortable vehicles
Book Your Ski Transfer to Fiesch
We recommend booking your transfer to Fiesch in advance to get the best possible deal. Get in contact with Alps2Alps - we will be more than happy to provide you with excellent service!
