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Ski Holidays in Laax, Switzerland
Flims Laax, also known as Laax, is only 2 hours from Zürich airport and is the largest linked ski area in Graubunden. Made up of three neighbouring resorts, Flims Laax and Falera each catering to a different type of guest. Laax is well-known amongst snowboarders and skiers, and is the perfect base for a week of exploring the runs and off-piste areas.
Resort Statistics
| Level | Rating | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 17 | |
| Intermediates | 19 | |
| Advanced | 18 | |
| Snowboarders | ||
| Total Runs | 54 |
Good for
- Off piste
- Families
- Groups
Resort features
Nightclub
Indoor Pool
Gym
Snowshoeing
Snow sure
Glacier Resort
High altitude skiing
High altitude resort
Tourist Office
Green Resort
Resort Statistics
| Resort Altitude | 1100m |
| Highest Lift | 3018m |
| Total Piste | 235km |
| Longest Run | 14km |
| Uphill Capacity | 40410 |
| Total Lifts | 27 |
| Gondolas/Cable cars | 10 |
| Chairlifts | 8 |
| Drag Lifts | 7 |
| Snow Parks | 4 |
Snow conditions in Laax
There are 300 snow guns covering Laax's slopes with artificial snow that covers around 16% of the glaciers pistes. Adding that to the high altitude of natural snowfall for more guaranteed skiing during the winter season.
Apres-ski, restaurants and other activities in Laax
Flims is ideal for those more interested in winter walking and hiking as well as cross-country skiing and has a strong focus on wellness, whilst Falera is great for families looking for a peaceful location.
After a long day on the mountain, enjoy a couple of beers and some hearty Bavarian cuisine at the microbrewery Aktienbrauerei in Flims Waldhaus or head to Arena Flims for après drinks followed by dancing until the early hours in the club. Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy the cakes on offer at Café La Punt in Falera. For something a little different, head to Flims where the restaurant Caverna is located in candlelit cellars over 430 years old!
Other activities include:
- Sledding
- Winter Hikes
- Cross-country skiing
From Laax, you can reach the other Graubünden ski resorts of Davos-Klosters and Arosa.
Transfer time in Laax
Travelling to Laax from Zurich airport is extremely convenient with the LAAX shuttle. Running for the duration of the season on Thursdays, Saturdays and and Sundays. The shuttle stop is easily accessible and sits directly in front of the airport building. Reservations for this service are required at least 48 hours prior to departure and it provides an excellent, cost effecieant and easy way to transfer between the airport and resort.
Green inicatives in Laax
Laax has set itself an ambitious goal of being carbon neutral by 2030 but had in place goals to reach by 2023, some of these included; reducing residential waste by 50%, all new buildings to have green roofs and nature-oriented infrastructure and to generate 1gwh from it's own solar, wind or hydro plants. It's fair to say that Laax is a stand out in commitment and tangible environmental objectives.
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