Sports & Activities
Verbier Golf Course is at an altitude of 1600 metres and is a challenging 18 hole course surrounded by the mountain ranges of Combin, Rogneux and Mont Blanc.
A round of golf at the Essert course will be the true measure of golfers ability, with many natural hazards including numerous streams as well as inclines. There is a driving range for the warm up and golf pro on hand should you need any guidance on the course.
The 18 holes provide for a good walk, but golf buggies are also available from the well-stocked pro shop. There is also a restaurant and bar for refreshments before or after the game.
It has been said that Verbier Golf Course favours the accurate player over the long hitter who does not control the swing. Why not let Chalet Spa Verbier book you a tee off time and have a go.
Activities: Golf
Location: Les Esserts, Verbier
When: Open when not covered in snow
Distance: In Verbier
The Verbier Bike Park is perfect for speedsters and hardcore downhillers with 65 bike jumps and a 700m vertical drop in altitude on 4 different gradients of trail.
For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, there is plenty of gentle mountain biking to be enjoyed on the many trails around the mountain. Some trails barely tackle a gradient and are fun to ride along, with tunnels making for a good distraction.
During the Summer months mountain bikes can be hung on the ski lifts which provide a quick solution to getting to the top of the mountain. Post Buses also have bike racks to help you get back to Verbier if you ride to the valley below.
In August, Verbier hosts the world famous Grand Raid race from Verbier to Grimentz over a distance of 125km with ascent of 5025m.
Activities: Mountain Biking
Location: In and around Verbier
When: June to November
Distance: In Verbier
Road Biking is generally much more demanding in the Alps and the routes around Verbier were host to the more gruelling sections of the Tour de France. That said, there are plenty of cycling enthusiasts out on the roads, as well as professionals, and whilst you do need a certain level of fitness, you don’t have to be superman to enjoy road biking in western Switzerland.
Chalet Spa Verbier has provided a home from home for some of the world’s top cyclists, and we would be happy to advise on any itineraries for road biking.
Activities: Road Biking
Location: In and around Verbier
When: June to November
Distance: In Verbier
The slopes are snowsure and the scenery spectacular. From the highest point of the resort, Mont Fort at 3,330 metres, the views reach as far as the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc.
The ski season is from the start of December until the end of April. As well as the groomed Pistes, and a beginners slope, there are also more challenging off-piste runs and a snowpark.
Chalet Spa Verbier works closely with the leading equipment suppliers and ski schools of Verbier and organises equipment rental and ski passes in the chalet. Chalet Spa can arrange an instructor or guide to accompany you. Most languages including Chinese and Russian as well as English can be arranged.
Event: Skiing & Snowboarding
Location: Verbier & the 4 Valleys
When: November until end of April
Distance: In Verbier
No experience or level of fitness is required, and for those who are undertaking their first ever paragliding experience, you can rest assured that the paragliding schools in Verbier have thousands of flying hours behind them.
The views over the valley and the surrounding mountains are breathtaking as you descend into the valley and land at Le Châble.
Chalet Spa Verbier recommends this great activity for those looking for another perspective of the world!
Activities: Paragliding/Tandem jumping, Learning to paraglide
Location: Verbier
When: All year round, weather permitting
Distance: In Verbier
Snowshoeing is very easy to master and enables you to access some parts of the mountain which are peaceful, even when the rest of the mountain is full of skiers. There are some popular routes in Verbier that can lead to some excellent mountain restaurants.
Ski touring has become very poular in Verbier, whether it’s going up the pistes or tackling some of the back country routes. Ski touring requires some specialised equipment, but can be very invogorating and provide a true connect with nature. Chalet Spa can arrange an instructor or guide to accompany you. Most languages including Chinese and Russian as well as English can be arranged.
Activities: Snowshoeing & Ski Touring
Location: Verbier, Switzerland
When: Winter when there is snow
Distance: In Verbier
Providing a completely unique way to see the mountains, a team of well trained husky dogs will pull you along on your sled, sometimes reaching exhilerating speeds but always under the expert control of their handlers.
There is an opportunity to meet the dogs, and whilst highly trained, they are very gentle and approachable. leaving from the mid station of Verbier, a dog sledding experience can be organised alongside a reservation at an excellent mountain restaurant to make this activity even more special.
Activities: Husky Dog Sledding
Location: Verbier, Switzerland
When: Winter when there is snow
Distance: In Verbier
Meeting every Wednesday evening, local ski instructors will supervise the descent of the mountain with torches held high by all skiers. A celebratory drink is essential after the descent to the base of the mountain.
Verbier has western Switzerland’s longest toboggan run and it is located on the mountain next to Chalet Spa Verbier. Strating at the top of the mountain at 2,354m, prepare for an adrenalin rush as you follow a 10km toboggan run which descends 1000 vertical metres. It provides a great mountain activity alternative in winter and can actually be enjoyed by all, as long as you know how to use the brakes!
Activities: Skiing with torchlight & tobogganing
Location: Savoleyres
When: Wednesday evenings
Distance: In Verbier
There is considerable rivalry between the local Swiss teams and a night at an ice hockey match can be very enjoyable.
Activities: Ice Skating & Ice Hockey
Location: Patinoire, Verbier, Switzerland
When: All year
Distance: In Verbier
For racket sports enthusiasts, there are two squash courts, one indoor and five outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor multipurpose court for badminton. For any swimmers who are in training, the Sports centre has an Olympic size pool. A new 400m state of the art climbing wall will be very popular, and other activities such as curling and volleyball will be available too.
Alongside the Verbier Sports Centre are the riding stables. Whether you are interested in a riding lesson in the sand school, or a trip out on the mountain, the stables can offer various packages and a choice of ponies and horses.
Finally Verbier has a Via Ferrrata offering a combination of hiking, rock climbing and mountaineering. Whilst accessible to anyone, there are mountain guides to help you over the itineraries which are accessible to all and which allow you to witness up close the beauty and flora and fauna of Verbier¹s surrounding landscape.
Further information on any of these activities can be found on this link.
Verbier activities.
Activities: Multi-sports centre including squash, tennis, curling, climbing, badminton, basketball, volleyball, horse riding, Via Ferrata
Location: Verbier
When: Multi sports all year, Via Ferrata May to October
Distance: In Verbier