Swiss Ski & Snowboard Holidays 2021/2022
With Ski Resorts throughout Switzerland opening for the Winter season and as Skiers and Snowboarders return to the Swiss Alps for the first time since 2020 for their Ski and Snowboard Holidays, Mountain People would like to highlight the safety measures in place to protect everyone. At Mountain People we have brought together everything you need to know for your next Ski and Snowboard Holidays to Swiss Ski Resorts. #ThisWinterWeSki #WinterWonderland #WeNeedSwitzerland
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Swiss Ski Resort Health Measures
If you are planning a Ski & Snowboard Holiday to Switzerland this winter, the COVID-19 Certification, better known as the EU digital COVID certificate, or a certificate compatible with the «EU Digital COVID Certificate» – as valid as the Swiss Covid Certificate is necessary to have unrestricted access to places, activities and services. The following Health Measures will also apply:
Face Mask in Switzerland
While in Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
It is mandatory, face masks must be worn:
Indoors in all publicly accessible areas of businesses and establishments.
It is Recommended:
If the minimum distance (1.5 m) cannot be maintained.
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Swiss Resort access by Public transport
When travelling on Public Transport during your trip to Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Face masks must be worn on the entire public transport network
Accommodation in Swiss Resorts
When in Accommodation during your trip to Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Access to the interior of the hotel restaurants, bars, etc. is only allowed with a Covid certificate.
In outdoor areas and for room service, there is no certificate requirement.
Swiss Restaurants
When in Restaurants during your trip to Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Access to the indoor areas is only permitted with a Covid certificate.
In outdoor areas, there is no certificate requirement.
Resort Shops & Tourist Offices
When at Shops & Tourist Offices during your trip to Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Face masks are compulsory
Equipment Hire Shops in Swiss Ski Resorts
When in an Equipment Hire Shop while in Switzerland on your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Face masks are compulsory
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Cultural & Leisure Venues in Switzerland
When visiting a Cultural or Leisure Venue, including Swimming Pools, Thermal Baths and Wellness, when in Switzerland on your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Access to the indoor areas is only permitted with a Covid certificate.
Face masks are compulsory where applicable.
On Ski Lifts in Swiss Resorts
When on a Ski lift while in Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
It is mandatory, face masks must be worn:
In closed cabins and trains.
In buildings, queues, lines and waiting areas.
Swiss Ski Schools for Ski & Snowboard Lessons
When at Ski & Snowboard Schools during your trip to Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
COVID certificates are currently not required for snow sports activities.
Some Swiss snow sports schools may operate in conjunction with other tourism stakeholders in their respective region, who may require a COVID certificate.
Face Mask must be worn Indoors in all publicly accessible areas of businesses
At Nightclubs and Late-night Bars in Swiss Resorts
When in Bars & Nightclubs during your trip to Switzerland for your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter, the following Health Measures will apply:
Access to the indoor areas is only permitted with a Covid certificate.
In outdoor areas, there is no certificate requirement.
Outdoors and on the Pistes in Swiss Resorts
While Outdoors and on the Pistes in Switzerland during your Ski & Snowboard Holidays this winter:
Face masks are not compulsory for outdoor activities.
Winter sports (i.e. skiing, snowboarding and toboganning) are outdoor activities
Booking a Ski & Snowboard Holiday in Switzerland
Planning your next Ski and Snowboard Holiday to the Swiss Alps? For a selection of Accommodation in Ski Resorts throughout Switzerland including Hotels, Chalets and Apartments, contact the Mountain People team today. Our alpine specialists will be more than happy to assist with your next adventure to the Swiss Alps for your Ski Holidays and Snowboard Holidays this winter.