Resort Comparison

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena vs Thyon

Thyon excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Samnaun / Silvretta Arena offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Samnaun / Silvretta Arena offers better value, while Thyon caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

162.7" average season

Best Terrain

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

6,178 acres to explore

Best Value

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

$72 day pass

Easiest Access

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

Charming, walkable village

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

Graubünden, Switzerland

$$Independent

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

7.5

Mountain

Vertical

5,577'

5,741'

Skiable Area

6,178 ac

1,050 ac

Green Runs

10%

22%

Trails

45

88

Lifts

41

35

Getting There

Airport

INN

GVA

Drive Time

1.7h

2.2h

Road Ease

5.5

5.5

Cost

Passes

Independent

Independent

Day Pass

$72

$72

Cost Tier

Moderate

Premium

Village

Dining

Good

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

153.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

84.2" total

55%

Thyon

162.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

138.8" total

85%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

163"81"0"

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

Thyon

Key Insights

Thyon excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Samnaun / Silvretta Arena offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Samnaun / Silvretta Arena offers better value, while Thyon caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

Thyon's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Samnaun / Silvretta Arena's (7.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Samnaun / Silvretta Arena offers more terrain variety (6,178 acres vs 1,050 acres)
Samnaun / Silvretta Arena is moderately priced while Thyon falls in the premium category

Best For

Samnaun / Silvretta Arena

Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (6,178 acres)
Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Budget-conscious families

Thyon

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

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Regions

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