St Luc / Chandolin

St-Luc’s ski resort is located at 1650m of altitude, on a sunny balcony on the right side of Val d’Anniviers, from where you can enjoy a splendid view over several summits of the Alps. It is a ski resort especially appreciated by families because it offers many events and sports activities for all.

A little bit higher (2000m of altitude), Chandolin’s ski resort has managed to preserve its charm over the years. It is a winter sports resort with a friendly atmosphere, where everything rhymes with authenticity ; it is a real haven of peace at the heart of a spectacular panorama and an undamaged environment.

In front of the panoramic view of the nearest summits, St-Luc/Chandolin’s skiable domain extends from 1650m to 3000m of altitude and counts 65km of pistes as well as a snowpark (near Tignousa’s ski tow).

The diversity of the pistes (length and difficulty) meets the expectations of skiers regardless of their level. St-Luc and Chandolin are two out of the four ski resorts forming the big skiable domain of Val d’Anniviers with a total of 220km of pistes. In the enclosure of the “Swiss snow kids village”, budding champions until 5 can initiate themselves into skiing with female instructors. They can safely take their first steps and make gliding movements in a secured area. St-Luc’s kindergarten “Les P’tits Filous” can keep an eye on your children from 18 months to 6 years.

Apart from skiing, St-Luc and Chandolin offer you a wide choice of activities among which : more than 35km of winter hikes in an idyllic setting / 30km of routes especially made for snowshoeing / a natural ice-skating rink (Prilett) situated 15min away from St-Luc’s village and easily reachable with a shuttle (opened all day, free until 10pm) / 3,5 km of sledging pistes at the top of Tsapé’s chair lift in Chandolin. St-Luc is also reputed in astronomy.

The Observatory François-Xavier Bagnoud (OFXB) located above St-Luc’s village at an altitude of 2200m is in a place renowned for the purity and the quietness of its atmosphere.

Skiing in St-Luc/Chandolin: the resort’s highlights

Located in the heart of the Val d’Anniviers in the canton of Valais, the St-Luc/Chandolin resort combines the authenticity of Swiss alpine villages with a modern ski area offering panoramic views. It is the perfect destination for those seeking a genuine alpine experience, far from mass tourism, with spectacular views of the Matterhorn, the Weisshorn, and the Rhone Valley.

A large, sunny ski area with guaranteed snow

The St-Luc / Chandolin ski area extends between 1,650 and 3,000 meters above sea level, offering 65 km of perfectly connected slopes between the two villages. Its southern orientation guarantees sunshine throughout the day, while the altitude ensures excellent snow quality from December to April.

The upper sectors, accessible from the Tignousa funicular, offer red and black runs with high mountain views and a skiable vertical drop of over 1,200 meters. In the lower part, blue runs and learning areas allow you to enjoy skiing in complete tranquility.

The St-Luc funicular, one of the most iconic in Valais, transports skiers in a few minutes to Tignousa (2,180 m), the starting point for the main alpine routes. From there, the Illhorn chairlift connects to Chandolin and allows you to explore the entire domain without taking off your skis.

Family-friendly and sporty resort

St-Luc/Chandolin remains a family-friendly resort, with highly rated ski schools, play areas for children, and very competitive family rates. However, it is also a popular destination for expert skiers: its technical slopes, off-piste routes, and freeride areas on the Illhorn and Pas de Boeuf are renowned in central Valais.

The atmosphere is relaxed and local, with small hotels and traditional chalets that retain their original Alpine charm. The mountain restaurants offer Valais specialties such as raclette and croûte au fromage, with views that invite you to linger over lunch in the sunshine.

Science, stars, and mountains

One of the most attractive features of St-Luc is its François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory, located at an altitude of 2,200 m. It is the highest astronomical observatory in Europe, open to the public in winter and summer, where night observations and guided tours are organized. This link between science and mountains adds a cultural and educational dimension that is rare in the Alpine environment.

A preserved natural environment

The Anniviers valley is part of the “protected natural values of Valais,” recognized for its balance between tourism and sustainability. The scenic routes around St-Luc and Chandolin are ideal for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or simple family walks. The landscape is a harmonious combination of larch forests, snow-capped peaks, and traditional architecture.

In summer, the area becomes a paradise for hikers and cyclists, with routes linking the five villages in the valley (St-Luc, Chandolin, Grimentz, Zinal, and Vercorin).

Access and connection to the rest of the valley

Access is easy by road from Sierre, about 30 minutes by car. A bus service connects the resort with Grimentz/Zinal, within the same Val d’Anniviers ski pass, which together offers 220 km of interconnected slopes with a single pass.