Family Holidays in Verbier

If you’re heading to Verbier with the kids it’s worth picking accommodation close to the beginner slopes so ski school and lessons are easy to reach. The fewer steps little legs have to take in ski boots the better for everyone. The areas by the Esserts and Rouge lifts are great for quick access to the nursery slopes, while Les Creux and Savoleyres are ideal if you want ski-in ski-out convenience. For a quieter pace of life check out Bruson or La Tzoumaz where you’ll find family friendly terrain and more space to unwind after a day on the mountain.

Lift passes can take up a fair slice of your holiday budget so it’s worth knowing the options in Verbier. Children under eight ski for free and youngsters up to 14 get a reduced rate. There are cheaper passes if you’re only using the beginner slopes and you can pick up a pedestrian pass if you fancy heading up the mountain without skis. Half day passes are handy if a full day feels too much for little legs and families of four or more can save money with a family pass.

If you want your children to get confident on the slopes, ski school in Verbier is a great option. Most start lessons from age four, with some taking children as young as two and a half, and the focus is on fun with games and inflatables alongside learning to turn and stop. Kids are taught in safe beginner areas with magic carpets to make things easy. Lessons run for half or full days, usually booked weekly. Lessons include tuition only so you’ll need to sort ski passes, equipment and clothing separately.

Verbier has plenty of ski areas that work well for families. Beginners can find their feet on the gentle slopes at Les Esserts and Le Rouge before moving up to La Chaux. Over in Le Tzoumaz and Nendaz you’ll find nursery slopes and kids play zones. Once confidence builds you’ve got the whole 4 Vallées at your feet with over 400km of linked pistes packed with blues and reds. For the more daring there are classic black runs like Mont Fort and endless off-piste, though it’s always best to take a guide if you head that way.

Verbier is packed with things to do as a family whether you come in winter or summer. Away from the slopes kids can whizz down the tubing track, go sledging or try the luge run at Savoleyres. Ice skating is popular too with both indoor and outdoor rinks to choose from. If the weather turns, head to the cinema where films are often shown in English or visit the sports centre for swimming or climbing. With so much variety you’ll always find something to keep the whole family enjoying themselves on and off the mountain.

Verbier offers a great range of childcare options to help families enjoy their holiday. In winter you’ll find crèche-style care for toddlers and kids clubs that blend play and snow fun in beginner areas. There’s also flexible nanny or babysitting services for when you fancy some time on the slopes. In summer, local sports centres run kids' clubs featuring adventures like swimming, climbing, tennis, basket-ball, ice-skating and even guided hikes or picnics. Pre-booking is always a good idea, especially during peak times.