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Les 4 Vallées is the largest ski area in Switzerland, anchored by Verbier - one of the most renowned resorts in the world for off-piste skiing. The area links four valleys in the canton of Valais, climbing from traditional villages at 1,400 m to the glacial summit of Mont Fort at 3,330 m. It's an area with serious mountain credentials: steep terrain, big vertical drops, and a reputation that draws committed skiers from across Europe.
The area covers 410 km of marked piste served by 82 lifts, sitting between 1,400 m and 3,330 m. There are 116 runs in total: 6 green, 28 blue, 50 red, and 32 black. The season typically runs from late November to late April, with glacier skiing on Mont Fort extending conditions at altitude. Four resorts share the full 4 Vallées pass, though the terrain skews noticeably towards intermediate and advanced.
Verbier is the headline resort - internationally known, with a lively town and demanding terrain. Nendaz, Thyon-Les Collons, and La Tzoumaz sit on the quieter side of the area, with a more local feel and gentler slopes. The contrast between the two sides is part of what makes the area work: Verbier for ambition, the other valleys for a calmer pace. Browse Les 4 Vallées ski deals on WeSki to start planning your trip.
Verbier sits at 1,500 m on a sunny terrace facing the Grand Combin massif, and it's one of the most famous ski resorts in the Alps. The town has a cosmopolitan feel - good restaurants, a lively bar scene, and a mix of traditional chalets and modern developments. The skiing above is what makes Verbier's reputation: the Mont Fort glacier at 3,330 m, the infamous Mont Gelé cable car accessing some of the steepest lift-served terrain in Europe, and the four marked itineraries (including the Vallon d'Arbi and the Tortin) that challenge even expert skiers. It's also the home of the Freeride World Tour, and the Bec des Rosses face is visible from the town. For all its advanced terrain, Verbier also has good intermediate skiing on the Savoleyres side and around Les Ruinettes.
Nendaz is a spread-out resort at 1,400 m on the opposite side of the 4 Vallées from Verbier, connected by lifts via the Plan du Fou and Siviez area. It's quieter, more family-oriented, and has a local Swiss atmosphere with a handful of good restaurants and a thermal spa complex. The skiing above Nendaz is predominantly red and blue, with long runs back to the village and easy access to the Siviez hub that connects to Thyon-Les Collons and, via the Col des Gentianes, to Verbier's Mont Fort. It's a strong base for anyone who wants access to the full 4 Vallées without Verbier's pace or prices.
Thyon-Les Collons is the sunniest corner of the 4 Vallées, sitting on a south-facing shelf at around 1,800 m with views across the Rhône valley to the Bernese Alps. Thyon 2000 at the top is a small, purpose-built cluster; Les Collons below has a bit more village character. The skiing is mostly blues and easy reds, well-suited to families and intermediates. The link to Nendaz and onwards to Verbier is via the Siviez area. It's the quietest base in the network, with an unhurried pace and plenty of sunshine.
La Tzoumaz is a small, traditional village at 1,500 m on the Savoleyres side of Verbier's ski area. A gondola links it directly to Savoleyres, where you can ski over to Verbier or stay on the quieter, tree-lined slopes above the village. It's the smallest resort in the 4 Vallées and has a genuinely local feel - a handful of restaurants, a community swimming pool, and not much else. That's the appeal: you get access to Verbier's ski area at a fraction of the bustle. The local runs are gentle and well-sheltered, making it a good base for families.
Beginners have more options here than the area's advanced reputation might suggest. La Tzoumaz and Thyon-Les Collons both have gentle, sheltered nursery areas separated from faster traffic. Nendaz has a good learning zone at the base, and Verbier's Les Esserts nursery area in the village is free to use. The Savoleyres side of Verbier also has easy blues through the trees that are ideal for building confidence. The key for beginners is choosing the right sector - the gentler valleys are well-designed for learning, even if the headline terrain above Verbier is anything but gentle.
Ski and snowboard lessons are available through WeSki in Verbier, for adults and children.
WeSki tip: If you're a beginner, base yourself in La Tzoumaz or Nendaz rather than Verbier. You'll have calm, uncrowded slopes for learning, with the option to ski over to Verbier once you're more confident. The Savoleyres link between La Tzoumaz and Verbier is an easy blue - perfect for a first cross-valley adventure.
The 28 blues and 50 reds provide a solid range for intermediates. The runs above Nendaz back to the village are long, consistent reds with good vertical. The Savoleyres side of Verbier has excellent tree-lined cruising, and the blues across from La Tzoumaz are enjoyable and sheltered. For a bigger day out, take the gondola from Siviez up to the Col des Gentianes (2,950 m) and ski the long red descent to Tortin - it's steep in places but manageable for confident intermediates. The link across the full 4 Vallées makes a satisfying day tour.
WeSki tip: The Savoleyres sector is often overlooked by visitors heading straight for Mont Fort, but it has some of the best intermediate cruising in the area. The tree-lined runs hold their snow well and are quieter than the main Verbier slopes. Head there on a busy day for a much more relaxed experience.
This is where the 4 Vallées - and Verbier in particular - earns its global reputation. The 32 blacks include the four marked itineraries: the Tortin mogul field, the Vallon d'Arbi, the Gentianes, and Mont Gelé. Mont Gelé's cable car serves a steep, open face that's some of the most challenging lift-accessed terrain in the Alps - it's avalanche-controlled but ungroomed, and you need to be confident in variable conditions. The descent from Mont Fort (3,330 m) to Siviez drops over 1,500 m of vertical. Off-piste, the backcountry around Verbier is extensive, with classic routes through the Val de Bagnes and towards the Grand Combin. The Freeride World Tour finals are held on the Bec des Rosses each March. A mountain guide is essential for backcountry skiing.
WeSki tip: Mont Gelé's cable car operates on a first-come basis and only runs when conditions allow - it's not open every day. Check the morning report at Jumbo and be ready to go when it opens. The south-facing side of Mont Gelé holds better snow in the morning; by afternoon, the north face is the better choice.
The 4 Vallées ski pass covers all 410 km of piste and 82 lifts across Verbier, Nendaz, Thyon-Les Collons, and La Tzoumaz on a single ticket, including the Mont Fort glacier. Passes are available from one day up to the full season, with discounted rates for children, teens, and seniors. A Verbier-only local pass covering the Verbier and Savoleyres sectors is available at a lower rate, and Nendaz and Thyon-Les Collons also have their own local options. Upgrade to the full 4 Vallées pass is possible at any point.
You can add the lift pass directly to your WeSki booking, along with ski equipment hire at Verbier, Nendaz, and Les Collons (Thyon) - so everything's sorted before you arrive.
WeSki tip: If you're based in Nendaz or Thyon and want to ski Verbier's top terrain, check whether a local pass plus a daily 4 Vallées upgrade for one or two days works out better than the full area pass for your entire stay. The local sectors have plenty to keep you busy, and a targeted upgrade saves you paying for access you might not use every day.
Geneva is the main international airport for UK flights, around 2 hours' drive to Verbier and slightly less to Nendaz. Sion is the closest airport to all four resorts - just 30 minutes to Nendaz and about 45 minutes to Verbier - though it has limited scheduled flights (mainly seasonal charters). Zurich is roughly 3 hours away. By train, the Swiss rail network runs to Le Châble (for Verbier, with a connecting gondola to the resort) and to Sion (for Nendaz, Thyon, and La Tzoumaz, with local buses). The Le Châble gondola is particularly convenient - you step off the train and straight onto the lift.
WeSki has private transfers to all four resorts: Verbier, Nendaz, Thyon-Les Collons, and La Tzoumaz. Add them to your booking for a straightforward door-to-door trip.
The season runs from late November to late April. The Mont Fort glacier at 3,330 m provides high-altitude skiing and helps keep conditions reliable on the upper slopes. Verbier's main terrain above Les Ruinettes sits between 2,000 m and 2,700 m, which is high enough for consistent snow from December onwards. January to mid-March typically sees the best powder conditions and the deepest snowpack.
Swiss school holidays in February and the Christmas-New Year period are the busiest times, particularly in Verbier. Nendaz, Thyon, and La Tzoumaz remain noticeably quieter even at peak times. If you've got flexibility, early January and the first half of March are excellent - good snow, fewer crowds, and longer days as the season progresses. Late March and April bring spring conditions: the Mont Fort descent and the north-facing runs hold up well, while the sunny terraces in Verbier come into their own.
Yes, though resort choice matters. La Tzoumaz, Thyon-Les Collons, and Nendaz all have dedicated beginners' areas separated from faster traffic. Verbier has a free nursery slope in the village and gentle blues on the Savoleyres side. The quieter valleys are the better beginner bases. Ski and snowboard lessons for adults and children are available through WeSki in Verbier.
Les 4 Vallées covers 410 km of marked piste served by 82 lifts, ranging from 1,400 m to 3,330 m on Mont Fort. There are 116 runs: 6 green, 28 blue, 50 red, and 32 black. Four resorts share the full area pass. It is the largest ski area in Switzerland.
Verbier is the most internationally known, with a lively town, demanding terrain, and a strong reputation for off-piste skiing. Nendaz is quieter and more family-oriented, with good intermediate runs. Thyon-Les Collons is the sunniest and calmest. La Tzoumaz is the smallest, with a local feel and direct access to Verbier's Savoleyres side. Verbier suits ambitious skiers; the other resorts suit families and anyone who prefers a quieter pace.
Mont Fort is the highest point in the 4 Vallées at 3,330 m, accessed by cable car from the Col des Gentianes above Verbier. The summit sits on a glacier and provides panoramic views of the Grand Combin, Mont Blanc, and the Matterhorn. The descent from the top is a long, steep red/black run dropping over 1,500 m to Siviez. The glacier terrain keeps conditions reliable at altitude.
The season typically runs from late November to late April. The Mont Fort glacier at 3,330 m adds high-altitude terrain, and Verbier's upper slopes sit above 2,000 m. Late-season skiing is good here, particularly on the north-facing runs and the Mont Fort descent.
Fly to Geneva, which is about 2 hours' drive to Verbier. Sion is closer (30 to 45 minutes) but has limited flights. By train, the Swiss rail network runs to Le Châble, where a gondola takes you directly up to Verbier. Sion is the rail hub for Nendaz, Thyon, and La Tzoumaz. WeSki has private transfers to all four resorts.
No. The lift system links all four valleys during ski hours. From Verbier, you reach Nendaz and Thyon via the Col des Gentianes and Siviez. La Tzoumaz connects to Verbier over the Savoleyres ridge. Free shuttle buses run within each resort during the season. The Le Châble gondola also connects the valley floor to Verbier.
Yes. Ski and snowboard lessons are available through WeSki in Verbier. Ski equipment hire is available at Verbier, Nendaz, and Les Collons (Thyon). You can add both to your booking along with your lift pass and transfers.
Yes - Verbier is one of the top off-piste destinations in the world. The Mont Gelé cable car, the four marked itineraries (Tortin, Vallon d'Arbi, Gentianes, Mont Gelé), and the extensive backcountry around the Val de Bagnes provide challenging terrain for expert skiers. The Freeride World Tour finals are held here each March. A mountain guide is essential for backcountry skiing.
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