Backcountry Skiing and Ski Touring - Mont Fort. Off-piste skiing trips

Extensive off-piste slopes with easy lift access, flurries of snowfall, and plenty of sun that strikes the mountain. Skiing the wild slopes of Mont Fort offers premier skiing opportunities that will capture your adventurous spirit. Set among the Pennine Alps in the Valais canton, discover the picture-perfect slopes of the mountain.

An area high and wide

Mont Fort rises to 3,328 meters above sea level, marking the highest point within the 4 Valleys ski area. It is also the best section for easily accessible wild slopes. When you first reach the top of Mont Fort, you’ll be greeted by the breathtaking panoramic views of neighboring valleys and peaks.

Testing terrain

For those of you seeking a strong challenge, Mont Fort should be towards the top of your list. The slopes can become very steep, while much of the area is glazed in glaciers, and long traverses and walks combine to form demanding adventures. Yet with higher demands come richer rewards, which you’ll be paid in picturesque views.

Picturesque peaks and powder

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The 3,328-meter Mont Fort rises along the Pennine Alps in the Swiss canton of Valais, and is surrounded by glaciers. A cable car offers easy access to the summit, which is the jumping off point for endless backcountry adventures. Its location puts it within the 4 Valleys ski area, the biggest in Switzerland and third biggest in Europe. The closest city is Sion, which is also the capital of the Swiss canton of Valais.

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What’s the weather like?

The area receives typical crisp and cold winters with plenty of snowfall.

Language

German, French, Italian.

Currency

Swiss franc.

Country code

+41.

Best time to visit

Visit during the winter months between December and April for ideal backcountry skiing conditions.

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Picturesque peaks and powder

An area high and wide

Testing terrain

Picturesque peaks and powder

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