{"id":2715,"date":"2026-10-06T10:06:07","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T08:06:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/?post_type=destination&#038;p=2715"},"modified":"2026-10-07T11:49:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-07T09:49:30","slug":"zinal","status":"publish","type":"destination","link":"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/en\/stations\/zinal\/","title":{"rendered":"Zinal"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"hwc-BlockEditorialImages hwc-Block #classtoreplace#\"\n         \n        >\n\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockEditorialImages-container hwc-Container\">\n \n\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockEditorialImages-content\" data-hwc-anime=\"translateY\" data-anime-children=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"supheading hwc-SupHeading has-icon is-blue\">Zinal <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"heading hwc-Heading-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\tVacations with a mountain spirit\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>In the heart of the Val d\u2019Anniviers, Zinal welcomes you to an authentic village surrounded by majestic peaks. Its wooden chalets and peaceful atmosphere invite you to discover the charm of the Swiss mountains. Overlooked by the Weisshorn and the Besso, the village offers a remarkable setting for enjoying wide open spaces. Here, alpine heritage meets unspoilt nature, perfect for getaways and moments of relaxation.<\/p>\n<h3>Zinal: skiing, wide open spaces and Valais authenticity<\/h3>\n<p>In winter, Zinal gives access to the Grimentz-Zinal ski area, with varied slopes and views of the Valais Alps. Beginners and experienced skiers find sectors suited to their level. From the village, the snowy landscapes also invite you to go on winter walks and snowshoe outings. Everyone can explore the mountains at their own pace and enjoy plenty of variety during their stay.<br \/>\nAfter skiing, enjoy the tranquillity of Zinal and taste Valais specialities in a friendly atmosphere. The traditional houses and surrounding landscapes extend the change of scenery as you stroll. 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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-ecole-de-ski-alpin.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">Max altitude <span class=\"text-blue-500\">2900m<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-sortie-ski-convivialite.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">Panoramas <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Exceptional<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:89px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/line-10.png\" width=\"89\" height=\"93.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">21  <span class=\"text-blue-500\">ski lifts<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slalom-stade-ski.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">70 km <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Ski slopes<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-kids-on-top-ecole-ski-enfant.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">2 Playgrounds <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Mini Glisse &amp; kindergarten<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-ecole-de-ski-alpin.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">Max altitude <span class=\"text-blue-500\">2900m<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-sortie-ski-convivialite.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">Panoramas <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Exceptional<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:89px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/line-10.png\" width=\"89\" height=\"93.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">21  <span class=\"text-blue-500\">ski lifts<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slalom-stade-ski.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">70 km <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Ski slopes<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-kids-on-top-ecole-ski-enfant.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">2 Playgrounds <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Mini Glisse &amp; kindergarten<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-ecole-de-ski-alpin.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">Max altitude <span class=\"text-blue-500\">2900m<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:94.5px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/189x189-sortie-ski-convivialite.webp\" width=\"94.5\" height=\"94.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">Panoramas <span class=\"text-blue-500\">Exceptional<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockLines-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"icon\" style=\"width:89px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/line-10.png\" width=\"89\" height=\"93.5\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text hwc-Heading-5\">21  <span class=\"text-blue-500\">ski lifts<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>  \n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t  \n<\/section>\n\n\n  <section class=\"hwc-BlockPicture hwc-Block\" > \n    <picture>\n      <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/zinal-station-ski-suisse-800x0-c-default.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\">  \n      <img 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setting. Its Sorebois sector offers varied slopes, from learning areas to more challenging runs. Everyone can choose a route suited to their level and fully enjoy the snowy landscapes. From first turns to the pleasure of long runs, the resort caters to every kind of skier.\r\n<h3>Skiing in Zinal facing the Valais peaks<\/h3>\r\n\r\nOn the heights of Zinal, the slopes open up remarkable views of the Valais mountains. The Weisshorn, the Besso and the surrounding peaks form a spectacular backdrop as you ski down. The terrain and wide open spaces give skiing a true alpine dimension. Take time to admire the views and savour your day in the mountains.\r\n<h3>Discovering Zinal beyond the slopes<\/h3>\r\n\r\nFor variety, explore the winter landscapes on a walk or snowshoe outing. The dedicated children\u2019s areas also let families share their first discoveries of the snow. Then return to the village of Zinal, with its traditional chalets and friendly atmosphere. A gourmet break with Valais specialities rounds off the day nicely. Between skiing, nature and village life, Zinal welcomes you for a stay in the heart of the Swiss Alps.\n          <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"hwc-BlockFaq-items\" data-hwc-anime=\"translateY\" data-anime-children=\"true\">\n              <div class=\"hwc-BlockFaq-item\" x-data=\"drawer\">\n\n          <button class=\"toggler\" x-bind=\"toggler\">\n            <h3 class=\"toggler-text hwc-Heading-5\">Is Zinal suitable for beginners?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"toggler-icon hwc-ButtonBull has-arrow is-ghost\"><\/span>\n          <\/button>\n\n          <div class=\"content\" x-bind=\"content\">\n            <div class=\"hwc-Wysiwyg\">\n              <p>Yes, Zinal offers suitable areas for discovering skiing, especially at Sorebois. The Minigliss has a magic carpet to make first runs easier. Children can also learn in the snow garden, in a dedicated setting. To progress with confidence, an instructor helps you choose slopes according to your level. However, the ski area also includes challenging runs: stick to the beginner sectors for your first outings.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n              <div class=\"hwc-BlockFaq-item\" x-data=\"drawer\">\n\n          <button class=\"toggler\" x-bind=\"toggler\">\n            <h3 class=\"toggler-text hwc-Heading-5\">What is there to do in Zinal after skiing?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"toggler-icon hwc-ButtonBull has-arrow is-ghost\"><\/span>\n          <\/button>\n\n          <div class=\"content\" x-bind=\"content\">\n            <div class=\"hwc-Wysiwyg\">\n              <p>After skiing, enjoy the peace and quiet of Zinal and stroll among the traditional chalets. Then settle into a restaurant to enjoy a raclette or other Valais specialities. To prolong the pleasures of the snow, choose a walk on the open winter trails. You can also share a friendly moment over a hot drink, facing the mountains. Between relaxation, good food and discovering the village, everyone finds their own rhythm after the slopes.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n              <div class=\"hwc-BlockFaq-item\" x-data=\"drawer\">\n\n          <button class=\"toggler\" x-bind=\"toggler\">\n            <h3 class=\"toggler-text hwc-Heading-5\">Is Zinal a family-friendly resort?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"toggler-icon hwc-ButtonBull has-arrow is-ghost\"><\/span>\n          <\/button>\n\n          <div class=\"content\" x-bind=\"content\">\n            <div class=\"hwc-Wysiwyg\">\n              <p>Yes, Zinal is suitable for families thanks to its village atmosphere and areas for discovering skiing. The snow garden welcomes the youngest, while the Sorebois Minigliss makes first turns easier. Children can gain confidence before exploring slopes suited to their level. Away from the slopes, winter walks are a great way to share family moments. Finally, the calm of the village invites you to get together after a day in the snow.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"hwc-BlockSchoolCtas hwc-Block #classtoreplace#\"\n         \n        >\n  <div class=\"hwc-BlockSchoolCtas-container hwc-Container\">\n\n      <div class=\"hwc-BlockSchoolCtas-heading\" data-hwc-anime=\"translateY\" data-anime-children=\"true\">\n         \n          <h2 class=\"heading hwc-Heading-2 has-underline translation-block\">\n            Our ESi school in <span class=\"is-underline\">Zinal<\/span> \n          <\/h2>\n                          <div class=\"text\">\n            In Zinal, ESi Grimentz\/Zinal supports you as you learn snow sports, in the heart of the Val d\u2019Anniviers. Children, teenagers and adults benefit from teaching tailored to their level and goals. For your first turns or to improve, the instructors help you learn the right techniques. You gain confidence while discovering the pleasure of skiing in the Valais Alps. Group or private lessons, alpine skiing or snowboarding: choose the option that suits you. The team adapts its advice to your pace to help you progress on the slopes of Zinal. With this support, you develop your technique and fully enjoy your stay in a remarkable alpine setting.\n          <\/div> \n              <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"hwc-BlockSchoolCtas-items\">\n                  <article class=\"hwc-BlockSchoolCtas-item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/en\/nos-ecoles\/grimentz-zinal\/\" title=\"See the school - ESi Grimentz-Zinal, Grimentz and \/ or Zinal\">\n            \n              <div class=\"picture hwc-Picture has-overlay\">\n                <picture>\n                  <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sortie-hors-piste-esi-800x0-c-default.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\">\n                  <img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sortie-hors-piste-esi-2000x0-c-default.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"330\" loading=\"lazy\">    \n                <\/picture> \n              <\/div>\n\n              <div class=\"content\"> \n                <p class=\"destination hwc-Tag is-blue-300\">Grimentz<\/p>\n                <div class=\"infos\">\n                  <div>\n                    <h3 class=\"heading hwc-Heading-2\">ESi Grimentz-Zinal, Grimentz and\/or Zinal<\/h3>\n                    <div>\n                                              ESi Ski School Grimentz-Zinal\r\nRoute de la Laiterie no 10, \r\nTenaya Building, \r\nCH-3961 Grimentz-Zinal, CH\n                                                                    <p class=\"phone\">+41274752434<\/p>\n                                          <\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n\n                  <span class=\"hwc-Button has-arrow hover-white\">Discovering the school<\/span>\n                <\/div> \n              <\/div>\n\n            <\/a>\n          <\/article>\n              <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\t<section class=\"hwc-BlockTextImage hwc-Block #classtoreplace#\" \n   \n  > \n\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockTextImage-container hwc-Container\">\n 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is-blue\">Zinal<\/p>\n          \n                      <h2 class=\"heading hwc-Heading-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t    Zinal, the pleasure of skiing at the foot of the Valais giants\n\t\t\t\t    <\/h2>\n                    \n                      <div class=\"text hwc-Wysiwyg\"><p>In Zinal, discover skiing in the heart of the Val d\u2019Anniviers, in a setting dominated by the Valais peaks. The Sorebois sector offers varied slopes for learning, progressing or enjoying more technical runs. Beginners and experienced skiers can enjoy the mountains according to their level and wishes.<\/p>\n<h3>Large spaces facing the peaks of Valais<\/h3>\n<p>On the heights of Zinal, the open landscapes reveal remarkable views of the Weisshorn and the surrounding mountains. The slopes invite you to alternate between the pleasure of skiing and moments of contemplation. Families find learning areas to discover skiing at their own pace, while experienced skiers enjoy the challenging runs and the alpine character of the sector.<\/p>\n<h3>Zinal, another way to experience the mountains<\/h3>\n<p>Beyond the slopes, Zinal invites you to explore the snowy landscapes and enjoy the calm of the valley. Snowshoe outings and winter walks add variety to your stay. Then return to the village\u2019s traditional chalets and share a break over Valais specialities. With majestic peaks, the pleasures of snow and a friendly atmosphere, Zinal gives your winter holiday in Switzerland a special flavour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n          \n                                                    <a class=\"hwc-Button has-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/membres.remontees-mecaniques.net\/benbel\/PdP\/20231216_GZV.pdf\" title=\"Download the piste map\" >\n                  Download the piste map\n                <\/a>\n                                     \n        <\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n \n\t\t<\/div> \n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\t<section class=\"hwc-BlockTextImage hwc-Block #classtoreplace# is-alternate\" \n   \n  > \n\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockTextImage-container hwc-Container\">\n \n\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-BlockTextImage-picture\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hwc-Picture has-shadow\">\n          <img src=\"https:\/\/www.esi-ski.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/station-ete-1-1000x0-c-default.webp\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\"  \/>  \n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n               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