Wildkogel-Arena comes out ahead overall — it offers more vertical than Leysin. Leysin still has plenty to offer, especially for intermediate skiers who don't need the biggest mountain. But if you want the fuller experience, Wildkogel-Arena wins this one.
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger result for each metric. Numbers are measurements — compare them directly.
| Leysin | Wildkogel-Arena | |
|---|---|---|
Vertical Drop Height from top to bottom — more is a longer, bigger mountain feeling | 1,170m (3,839ft) | 1,450m (4,757ft) |
Summit Elevation How high the mountain reaches — higher tends to mean colder, drier snow | 2,200m (7,218ft) | 2,100m (6,890ft) |
Base Elevation Height of the base village — affects snow quality at the bottom of the mountain | 1,030m (3,379ft) | 650m (2,133ft) |
Annual Snowfall Average natural snowfall per season — more means better powder odds | 500cm (197in) | 500cm (197in) |
Trail Count Total marked runs — more variety over a week-long trip | 60 | 75 |
Lift Count Total lifts — more lifts typically means shorter queues and better mountain access | 17 | 19 |
Skiable Area Total groomed and patrolled terrain in hectares | 800ha (1,977ac) | 75ha (185ac) |
Beginner Terrain Percentage of trails rated beginner — higher means more options for new skiers | 30% | 30% |
Intermediate Terrain Percentage of trails rated intermediate — the core terrain for most holiday skiers | 50% | 60% |
Advanced Terrain Percentage of trails rated advanced or expert — higher means more challenge | 20% | 10% |
Wildkogel-Arena edges ahead in more categories, though the gap is close. Both are excellent resorts.
Wildkogel-Arena has somewhat more vertical drop, giving a slightly longer ride on most runs.
Both resorts receive similar annual snowfall — you can expect comparable snow conditions at either.
Both resorts offer a similar proportion of beginner terrain — neither has a meaningful edge for first-timers.
Wildkogel-Arena is noticeably larger, with more trails to explore over a multi-day trip.
Leysin's higher base elevation helps snow stay cold and dry longer — better conditions through the day and into spring.
Wildkogel-Arena wins on the stats that matter most for experienced skiers — more mountain to explore over a full week.
Both resorts offer a similar amount of beginner terrain (Leysin: 30%, Wildkogel-Arena: 30%), so neither has a clear edge for first-timers. Focus on which resort offers better ski school programs and convenience for your group.
Leysin (500 cm/year) and Wildkogel-Arena (500 cm/year) receive similar annual snowfall. Neither has a meaningful snow advantage — other factors like aspect, elevation, and grooming matter more day-to-day.
Wildkogel-Arena is the larger mountain by trail count (Leysin: 60 trails, Wildkogel-Arena: 75 trails). On a week-long trip, a bigger mountain means more variety and a lower chance of feeling like you've exhausted the terrain.
Leysin has a higher percentage of expert terrain. If you're an advanced skier who will spend most of your day on black and double-black runs, that extra challenge is worth considering when choosing between these two.
Both Leysin and Wildkogel-Arena are similarly suited to families. Look at ski school quality, on-mountain kids' facilities, and accommodation proximity to lifts when making your final decision — those practical factors matter more than raw stats for a family trip.
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