Moléson is a ski resort in the Northern Alps range, in Gruyère, Fribourg, Switzerland 🇨🇭. The ski area spans 30 km of runs between 1,109 m and 1,978 m, served by 6 lifts. Day lift pass CHF 52 per adult.
* Price per adult for 1 day, public high-season rate. Reduced rates (online purchase, outside school holidays, families, children, seniors) are generally offered by the resort.
The breakdown of runs is given as a percentage of the kilometres for each difficulty level. Moléson-sur-Gruyères sits at the foot of the Moléson, the emblematic summit of the Gruyère, a few kilometres from the medieval village of Gruyères. The 30 km ski area climbs up near the summit, from where the view takes in Lake Geneva, the Plateau and the Alps.
- Emblematic summit of the Gruyère
- Near Gruyères Castle
- Views of Lake Geneva and the Alps
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Small-scale resort, Moléson focuses on the quality of its welcome and its closeness rather than on impressive figures. Its 30 km of runs are perfect for a 3 to 4 day stay, especially for families or skiers who don't need to constantly renew their playground. Moléson's family reputation is well earned: dedicated beginner areas, well-groomed green runs and a friendly atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It is one of the most reassuring resorts in the Northern Alps for getting children started on skiing. Moléson's moderate altitude, with a base at 1,109 m and a summit at 1,978 m, makes it sensitive to climate variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking the snow reports before you travel is strongly recommended. A stay at Moléson is clearly on the expensive side: 52€ for a day lift pass, plus accommodation and mountain restaurants that are among the most expensive in the Alps. It is the price of excellence, but be aware of it before you set off. In short: Moléson doesn't compete with the giants of skiing, and doesn't pretend to. It is an honest destination, often underrated, that deserves to be (re)discovered.
Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time
At this altitude, snow reliability depends on the conditions of the year. Check the state of the runs before you leave. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
