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Andermatt vs Laax

Andermatt excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while Laax offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Andermatt leads with 3 wins
Best for Families
Andermatt

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Andermatt

209.7" average season

Best Terrain
Laax

5,545 acres to explore

Best Value
Laax

$85 day pass

Easiest Access
Laax

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Andermatt

Charming, walkable village

Andermatt
Uri, Switzerland
$$$Independent
Laax
Graubünden, Switzerland
$$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.0
7.5
Walkability
8.5
7.5
Village Vibe
8.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
5,577'
5,577'
Skiable Area
4,200 ac
5,545 ac
Green Runs
15%
20%
Trails
180
188
Lifts
22
28

Getting There

Airport
ZRH
ZRH
Drive Time
1.7h
1.7h
Road Ease
6.5
7.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$90
$85
Cost Tier
Premium
Premium

Village

Dining
Good
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Andermatt

209.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

150.1" total

72%

Laax

113.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

62.2" total

55%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
210"105"0"
Andermatt
Laax

Key Insights

Andermatt excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while Laax offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Andermatt's walkability score (8.5) exceeds Laax's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Laax offers more terrain variety (5,545 acres vs 4,200 acres)

Best For

Andermatt

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Laax

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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Best For

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Guides

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