LAAX

Located in the Swiss Alps, LAAX is a modern, vibrant resort famous for its freestyle culture, extensive terrain, and youthful energy. Known as one of the top destinations in Europe for snowboarders and freestyle skiers, LAAX combines world-class snowparks with wide slopes, stunning alpine scenery, and a lively après-ski scene.

Together with Flims and Falera, LAAX forms one of Switzerland’s largest ski areas, offering a huge variety of runs across all levels. From mellow, wide pistes for beginners to high-alpine freeride zones and glacier skiing, LAAX delivers both diversity and quality. With its stylish, design-led base village and focus on sustainability, it has become a trend-setting destination in the Alps.

🏞 Overview

🎿 Skiing & Snowboarding

❄️ Elevation Range: 1,100 m – 3,018 m
🏂 Skiable Terrain: 224 km across LAAX, Flims & Falera
🚠 Lifts: 28
🏔️ Top Features:

  • Four internationally renowned snowparks, including the world’s largest halfpipe
  • Glacier skiing on the Vorab Glacier (3,018 m) for snow reliability
  • Wide variety of pistes from long cruising blues to challenging blacks
  • Extensive freeride and off-piste terrain with breathtaking views
  • High-quality lift system with modern gondolas and chairlifts

🧭 Who It's Best For

✅ Beginners & Intermediates – Plenty of long, forgiving runs and ski schools.
✅ Freestylers – Snowparks, halfpipes, and world-class freestyle events like the LAAX Open.
✅ Advanced Skiers – Glacier runs, off-piste bowls, and steep descents.
✅ Non-Skiers – Wellness spas, winter hiking, indoor activities, and a stylish base village.

🏘️ Village & Atmosphere

The LAAX ski area links three main bases, each with its own character:

  • LAAX – Trendy, modern, design-focused base with a lively après-ski scene
  • Flims – Traditional Alpine town with a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere
  • Falera – Smaller, charming village with a more authentic, quiet feel

📍 Fun Fact

LAAX is often called the “European capital of freestyle” thanks to its world-class snowparks and its role as host of the annual LAAX Open, one of the biggest freestyle competitions in the world.