Wildhaus

Wildhaus, Switzerland

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Wildhaus

Wildhaus offers a charming ski experience with stunning alpine views. Ideal for families and skiers of all levels, it features a welcoming atmosphere.

 Summary

Nestled in the Toggenburg region, Wildhaus boasts diverse slopes and a picturesque village setting. With its combination of winter sports and stunning panoramas, it's perfect for a cozy getaway.

The ski area of Wildhaus is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,550m, with 20km of marked runs.

Wildhaus has direct access to 20km of downhill skiing, with 11 marked pistes, served by a total of 9 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is at 1,550m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,262m, snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Wildhaus is 7km long and the most difficult run is the 'Chaserrugg Ostabfahrt'.

Snow and Weather

Wildhaus typically enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of 30 to 150 cm during the season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates and details.

When will it snow in Wildhaus?

The next notable snow forecast is 1cm, expected on 21 March, with around 32cm forecast over the next 7 days.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

Wildhaus is surrounded by the impressive Churfirsten mountain range, featuring 60 kilometers of ski runs with an elevation reaching 2,265 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging Schwammkopf and the family-friendly slopes at Wildhaus, served by efficient lifts like the Wildhaus-Gamsalp cable car.

Wildhaus offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Ski Lessons in Wildhaus

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Wildhaus Ski Schools and Wildhaus Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park at Wildhaus, which offers various features for all skill levels. The park is well-maintained, providing an excellent space for tricks and jumps.

Location and Map

Where is Wildhaus?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann, Wahlkreis Toggenburg.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Wildhaus is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 36 minutes drive away.

Friedrichshafen, Zurich, Memmingen, Innsbruck Airport, Lugano, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Munich and Berne airports are all within three hours drive.

St. Gallen-Altenrhein is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

To reach Wildhaus, the closest major airport is Zurich Airport, approximately 90 kilometers away. From there, visitors can take a train to the nearby town of Walenstadt and continue by bus to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 17,170 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 10km of ski runs, with 24 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Wildhaus open?

 Opened (since December 20, 2025).

 Closes : March 29, 2026.

Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late March (Closes very end of March or very early April).

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, unwind in local bars like the Berggasthaus Iltios, which offers a cozy atmosphere and drinks. Additionally, the nearby restaurants serve hearty Swiss cuisine, perfect for refueling.