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Resort facts
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Resort Height
1353m
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Transfer time
Geneva 3hrs 45min (by coach or minibus)
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Typical costs
small beer £1.80 bottle of house wine £6.70 cup of tea/coffee £1.50 or £2.00 -
Glacier High Altitude Guaranteed Snow
high altitude skiing
Good for...
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Advanced Ski Rating
3
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Intermediates Ski Rating
5
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Beginners Ski Rating
4
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Snowboarding Rating
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So what's it like?
A haven of beauty and tranquility just waiting to be explored
Every year, snowfall transforms the Adelboden region into a spectacular winter arena. Thanks to its high elevation, safe snow conditions and its variety of pistes, Adelboden is proud to be counted as one of Switzerland's top ski resorts. The main ski area is between Adelboden and Lenk and efficient transport facilities serve the network of more than 185 km of piste. Adelboden is a traditional, idyllic mountain village with many leisure activities and a family friendly atmosphere.
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2 for 1 equipment
2 for 1 equipment hire on holidays departing December 2012 - April 2013 - get on the slopes for less with this fantastic equipment hire deal.
Available on holidays departing December 2012 - April 2013. Terms apply.
Ski information
Beginners
Good nursery slopes can be found both in the village and nearby, whilst the Hahnenmoos area provides a wider expanse to hone those burgeoning skills.
Intermediates
Adelboden is ideal for intermediates, as a large proportion of the skiing area can be explored by intermediate skiers. The skiing is divided into five sectors, including Geils, which offers long, glorious runs across the terrrain.
Advanced
There are black runs down from the Geils area and some off piste trails leading back down to Adelboden and Lenk as well as the FIS Ski World Cup Adelboden-Piste at Chuenisbärgli.
Nightlife
Après ski in Adelboden is mainly low key, however there are some good bars, discos, concerts and also a local cinema. For something a bit more lively, there are the typically Swiss mountain hut restaurants and snow bars.
Activities
Adelboden offers a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities. There is ice climbing, guided ski tours, paragliding, overnight stays in igloos, swimming pool, saunas, carving runs, ice curling, ice sticking shooting, boardercross, freeride area, snow tubing/airboarding, nordic walking, ice skating, alpine wellness, horseriding and sleigh rides. These are just a few of the activities available in the resort. Adelboden is also frequently on the World Cup Tour and hosts the FIS championships in January.
Eating out
This charming resort offers a wide variety of restaurants offering great selections and choice to suit anyone's taste buds.
Other amenities
Local history museum, Wood Carving "Trummer", Cinema, Wellness/fitness studio. Take advantage of the great Swiss Rail network and try out the rail service to other resorts.
Private Transfer
From Geneva airport
One-way (arrival) from £193 pp. Return from £366 pp.Representatives (Reps)
There will not be a Crystal rep resident in resort. You will receive a welcome pack on arrival with a contact number. Crystal ski packs are only available if pre-booked.
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Our best deals to Adelboden
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| Leaves | From | To | Board | Price | |
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| Sat 17 March 2012 | London Gatwick | Adelboden in Switzerland | Half board |
£546 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 17 March 2012 | London Gatwick | Adelboden in Switzerland | Half board |
£604 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 24 March 2012 | London Gatwick | Adelboden in Switzerland | Half board |
£624 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 17 March 2012 | London Luton | Adelboden in Switzerland | Half board |
£641 based on 4 sharing |