Adelboden and it's neighbouring spa village of Lenk provide a fantastically tranquil and traditionally Swiss ski area that stretches out to encompass 185km of piste.
Skiing & Boarding
Though not widely known, Adelboden and Lenk form a relatively large ski area ideal for beginners and intermediates. With plenty of gentle blue slopes, lovely scenery and nice mountain restaurants this resort is perfect for those wishing to take it easy and relax in the mountains. That said, there is still a good number of reasonably challenging black runs to keep the more advanced skiers and boarders occupied and a good opportunity for plenty of undisturbed off piste runs both above and below the tree line.
Adelboden
The traditional village of Adelboden has been left unspoiled and provides a quiet atmosphere to relax in coupled with enough activities and events throughout the season to keep you from getting bored. Some of the seasonal highlights include the F.I.S. Ski World Cup and the Horaschlitta-Rena sledge race. There are plenty of other things to do in the resort and a wide variety of restaurants and bars to suite every taste and budget.
Lenk
Lenk is smaller than Adelboden and is situated at the at the end of the Simmen valley, just over the mountains from Adelboden that provide the main ski area. Lenk is a traditional spa town with an active sulphur spa. The town made a name for itself as a top ski resort when it hosted the British Ski Championships and provides a quiet place to sit back and relax at the end of a hard day on the slopes.
Families
Both Adelboden and Lenk are great resorts for family holidays providing plenty of assistance and facilities specifically for families and both being awarded the coveted Swiss "family friendly" seal of approval.
| High Altitude Skiing | Quiet Resort | Family Friendly | Traditionally Swiss |
Après Ski
Both Adelboden and Lenk provide some bars and clubs though these are generally low key.
Adelboden has a cinema and puts on concerts throughout the year.
There are also of course, many restaurants and bars on the slopes that provide great places to celebrate the end of a good day's skiing. |
Activities
Adelboden offers a good range of activities in the resort, these include: paragliding, a swimming pool, ice curling, horse riding, sleigh rides, overnight stays in igloos and guided ski tours.
There is also a local history museum and wellness/fitness studio in the resort.
Lenk has 74km of marked walking paths and offers tobogganing to holiday makers. |
Eating Out
Adelboden and Lenk offer some great places to eat out. There is a good choice of restaurants in both resorts. There are both local dishes and more general dishes on offer at reasonable prices. |
Ski/Board Tuition
There are several ski and snowboard schools operating in both Adelboden and Lenk, below are some example prices.
Adelboden Adult 3 days x 3hrs €97 Adult 5 days x 3hrs €140
Child 3 days x 3hrs €97 Child 5 days x 3hrs €140
Lenk Adult 5 days x 2.5hrs €114 Child 5 days x 2.5hrs €105
Tuition is generally available for children over 4 years old. Lenk has facilities for disabled tuition. |
Ski/Board Hire
Adult ski/boots from: €70 pw Child ski/boots from: €50 pw
There are several ski and board hire shops all offering competitive rates. Ask your holiday rep/host for any recommendations or special offers. |
Childcare
There are great childcare facilities in both Adelboden and Lenk.
Adelboden The Gastekindergarten has facilities for children from 3 years to 6 years and the Adlis Winterspielgarten skiing childcare facilities.
Lenk The hotel Krone has childcare facilities for children of all ages and the SSS accepts skiers from 3 years old. |
Lift passes cover Adelboden and Lenk.
Lift passes of more than 4 days give one days free skiing in Gstaad.
| 6 Days | 13 Days | |||
| Adult | £129 | £274 | ||
| Youth (16-19 years) | £115 | £242 | ||
| Child (6-15 years) | £176 | £159 |
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Confirmation of all details and prices must be obtained from the relative bodies.
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