Crans-Montana deserves a full season — not an early shutdown despite great snow and strong demand.

Crans-Montana has long been one of Switzerland’s most iconic ski destinations, known for its sunny weather, high-quality slopes, and one of the best snowparks in the country in the last few years.

The resort has hosted world-class events such as FIS World Men & Women Cup, Audi Nines and welcomed top riders like Candide Thovex, the Faction Collective. It has also been a training ground for multiple Olympic teams.

This reputation wasn’t built overnight, it’s the result of decades of trust, consistency, and passion from both the resort and the local community.

 
Today, that trust is being challenged.

Since the arrival of Vail Resorts, many in the community, skiers, instructors, local businesses, and visitors, feel that the quality and commitment have declined significantly:

Slopes this season have often been poorly prepared
The snowpark opened only a few weeks before closure
Several key installations and beginner areas have been closed or unreliable
Overall service quality has dropped, making it harder for professionals to deliver a proper experience to their clients
At the same time, expectations were high. Many believed this new chapter would elevate Crans-Montana, not weaken its standards.

 
❄️ The Current Issue
Despite excellent snow conditions, the resort is scheduled to close on April 6th.

Historically, Crans-Montana has remained open until around April 20th, and in some years even longer, with extended spring skiing opportunities.

Closing this early is not just disappointing, it is unjustified and damaging.

 
💥 Why This Matters
This decision affects far more than just a few extra days of skiing:

It cuts short a key period around Easter, which is crucial for tourism
It directly impacts the local economy:
ski instructors, rental shops, restaurants, hotels, and seasonal workers
It weakens the international reputation of the resort
It breaks expectations for both loyal visitors and professionals working here
Crans-Montana is not just a resort, it is a living ecosystem that depends on a full and well-managed season.

 
📢 Our Request
We call on Vail Resorts to:

👉 Extend the 2026 ski season in Crans-Montana at least until the end of the Easter holidays
👉 Reconsider long-term decisions that are reducing the quality and competitiveness of the resort
👉 Engage more closely with the local community and professionals who depend on it

 
🤝 Closing
We are not asking for the biggest season — we are asking for the right season.

A season that respects:

the mountain
the people who work here
and the thousands who come to enjoy it
Crans-Montana deserves better.
And together, we can make sure its future lives up to its past.