Resort Comparison

Andermatt vs Nendaz

Nendaz excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Nendaz leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Nendaz

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Andermatt

209.7" average season

Best Terrain
Nendaz

10,000 acres to explore

Best Value
Nendaz

$75 day pass

Easiest Access
Andermatt

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Nendaz

Charming, walkable village

Andermatt
Uri, Switzerland
$$$Independent
Nendaz
Valais, Switzerland
$$$Independent

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
5,577'
6,890'
Skiable Area
4,200 ac
10,000 ac
Green Runs
15%
15%
Trails
180
412
Lifts
22
82

Getting There

Airport
ZRH
GVA
Drive Time
1.7h
2.5h
Road Ease
6.5
6.0

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$90
$75
Cost Tier
Premium
Premium

Village

Dining
Good
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Andermatt

209.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

150.1" total

72%

Nendaz

163.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

138.8" total

85%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
210"105"0"
Andermatt
Nendaz

Key Insights

Nendaz excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • Nendaz's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Andermatt's (7.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Nendaz offers more terrain variety (10,000 acres vs 4,200 acres)

Best For

Andermatt

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

Nendaz

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (10,000 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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