When your family and friends want to go skiing, but it really isn't your cup of tea, don't panic.
Non-skier things to do in Verbier
Can't ski, won't ski? It's not all downhill you know
You don't have to be a skier to fall in love with Verbier. Whilst the resort is famous for its world-class slopes, it's also packed with unforgettable experiences for visitors who'd rather keep their feet off the pistes. From soaring cable cars and scenic mountain vistas to snowshoe walks, indulgent spas and cosy cafés with spectacular views, there's plenty to enjoy at every pace. Whether you're travelling with skiers or simply looking for a different kind of alpine escape, here are the best things for non-skiers to do in Verbier.
Hire a guide or go on a tour
You can really get away from it all and disappear into nature on some snowshoes (raquettes). Book a snowshoe excursion with an activity company to see a side of the mountains that most skiers will never see. Full-day, half-day and night-time options are available to take you into the heart of the mountains – from the highest peaks to the wildest valleys. Equipment and transport are usually included, check when you book.
If you've decided the days of skiing up the mountain all-day, every-day, are well behind you, those with previous skiing / snowboarding experience could try ski touring. Hire a guide and pull on some skins for an adventure far from the madding crowd. Or if you're experienced, there are marked ski touring routes to follow. It's a great way to work up a sweat, earning your burger whilst the rest of the world takes the lifts.
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Off-piste ski lessons
Master off-piste skiing in Verbier with expert coaching, freeride technique, and backcountry safety skills
Experience the thrill of off-piste skiing in Verbier with expert coaching that builds confidence, sharpens technique, and ensures safety in the backcountry. Your lesson begins with a meet-up at a convenient location in Verbier, where you’ll discuss your objectives for the day and review essential safety equipment.
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Snowshoeing excursions
Snowshoe tours for families or corporate events
Fancy doing something different? Explore the beautiful natural scenery of the 4 Valleys by venturing off the beaten track on snowshoes.
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Treetop Adventure Course
Arial course with zipline and treetop routes
Suspended between the earth and the sky, you’ll find a superb treetop adventure. Test your agility, nerve and balance on these routes and zip lines, and enjoy that energising adrenaline rush.
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Off-piste lessons
Master powder and off-piste terrain with expert guidance
Discover the thrill of off-piste skiing and snowboarding in Verbier with expert guidance. Designed for those who want to explore powder, challenge themselves on varied terrain, and improve their technique, these lessons combine adventure, skill-building, and safety.
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Les Guides Activity Company
A host of activities for groups and individuals
Enjoy a number of activities with qualified guides in Verbier in either summer or winter.
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Mountain Bike Tour du Mont Fort
Mountain biking tours in & around the Verbier Valley
Tour du Mont Fort will take you out in the mountains of Verbier and guide you on a mountain biking tour.
Après-ski with everyone else
You don't have to ski to enjoy "après-ski". Meet up with the rest of your group in a local bar and share stories from your day over a beer. Some spots are legendary for parties that can be heard across the mountains, with DJs, live music and dancers/entertainers putting on a show. And your après-ski doesn't need to involve the local bar scene, you could use the time to the local outdoor ice rink at the sports centre for a fun evening set beneath the snow-clad Alps. Alternatively, grab a sled and head to the sledging track for 711m of pure speed.
Bars & Clubs in Verbier
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Le Mouton Noir Bar
With a panoramic terrace for up to 1,000 guests, it’s one of the best mountaintop spots for après-ski
Le Mouton Noir Bar in Verbier is a vibrant mountaintop venue that combines stunning views with lively entertainment. Conveniently located on the piste, right next to the top of the Medran lift station, it’s easily accessible for both skiers and pedestrians, making it the perfect stop for après-ski drinks or a relaxed break in the mountains.
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The Loft Bar
Popular with seasonnaires and locals, this bar has a relaxed atmosphere and suntrap terrace
The Loft Bar in Verbier is a welcoming spot for après-ski fun, offering a lively atmosphere for guests of all ages. Regular live music and DJ sets keep the energy high, making it the perfect place to unwind after a day on the slopes or to start an evening of entertainment.
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Ice Cube Restaurant and Bar
Piste-side food and drinks with après-ski at Ruinettes, open daily in winter
This piste-side restaurant and bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a bite to eat on the slopes.
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Al Capone Wine Bar
Wine bar with a good selection on offer situated next to the Savoleyres gondola
Al Capone Wine Bar in Verbier is the perfect spot for wine lovers and anyone seeking a relaxing mountain experience. The bar is known for its extensive wine list, offering local and regional varieties, most of which can be sampled by the glass, making it easy to discover new favourites.
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Macbirch Wine Shop
Excellent selection of wines, champagnes, spirits, and craft beers
Regarded as the oldest wine shop in Verbier, Macbirch was founded over 38 years ago.
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Pub Mont Fort Bar
Lively venue with great music, regular events and good pub food, this place has it all
Pub Mont Fort in Verbier has been a cornerstone of alpine après-ski since 1977, welcoming skiers, snowboarders, and adventurers from around the world. Known for its lively atmosphere, the pub combines a globally inspired menu of drinks and food with some of Verbier’s most iconic parties, live music events, and select live sports broadcasts, making it a must-visit destination in the Swiss Alps.
Nordic skiing
Still looking for something to occupy your time? There's always cross-country skiing to try. An extremely popular mountain sport that's also known as 'ski de fond', in Verbier there are 22km cross-country well-maintained tracks, some are free to use and some you'll need a pass to access. You can hire equipment and arrange lessons locally, and the views are to die for!
Ski School Lessons in Verbier
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for faster progress with a popular local ski and snowboard school
Whether skis or a snowboard are your weapon of choice, this ski school offers excellent tuition for all ages and abilities. Renowned locally for its professionalism, it has been operating in Verbier for over twenty years.
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Private ski lessons
Tailored coaching for all levels to boost confidence and technique
Enjoy private ski lessons in Verbier with expert instructors. Personalised coaching helps beginners and advanced skiers alike improve their skills, explore the slopes, and make the most of their time in the Swiss Alps. Flexible schedules and small groups ensure focused, fun, and safe lessons for everyone.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Switzerland and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
Tailor-made ski and snowboard lessons from a well-established local school
Whether you’re an experienced skier or snowboarder, or taking your first steps on the slopes, private lessons are a great way to build confidence and see rapid improvement in a short time.
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Group ski lessons
SHRED Camps for children to improve their ability and learn new skills
Their Junior SHRED Camps in Verbier are designed for advanced junior skiers who want to push their limits, improve technique, and enjoy the mountain in a fun, supportive environment.
Book a table up the mountain
You don't have to ski when you go up the mountain - when you feel hungry, enjoy some slap up Swiss cuisine with a glass of fine local wine. There are a number of piste-side restaurants that offer well-priced lunchtime set menus offering the same cuisine as their main menus, but often with considerable discounts. Some offer wine tasting sessions also.
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La Marlenaz Restaurant
Authentic alpine dining in the heart of nature
Perched high above Verbier, La Marlénaz is a restaurant surrounded by pure Alpine beauty - an authentic mountain escape where simplicity, flavour, and fresh air meet. Just a few minutes from the resort centre yet set in full nature, it offers one of the most spectacular views in Verbier, overlooking the valley and surrounding peaks.
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Le Mouton Noir Self Service & Crêperie Restaurant
Fast, tasty, and easy - the perfect ski break at 2,200 metres
Located within Le Mouton Noir restaurant at Les Ruinettes (2,200 m), the Self-Service & Crêperie is ideal for those who want a quick, satisfying meal without spending too much time off the slopes. Grab a tray and choose from a range of pizzas, burgers, crêpes, salads, and snacks - simple, tasty dishes that hit the spot before you head back out into the snow. Whether you’re after something savoury or sweet, it’s a convenient and affordable way to recharge while enjoying one of the best views in Verbier.
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Le Sonalon Restaurant
Mountain brasserie with views over the pistes and slopes with an outdoor children's play area and dogs are welcomed
Le Sonalon restaurant is perched high up above the town of Verbier, although more than accessible by road, over looking the pistes and the resort. Its specialities include regional produce, cheeses and locally reared beef and veal.
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Ice Cube Restaurant and Bar
Piste-side food and drinks with après-ski at Ruinettes, open daily in winter
This piste-side restaurant and bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a bite to eat on the slopes.
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Le Mouton Noir Restaurant
Iconic mountain restaurant in Verbier - lunch on the slopes and the most beautiful views in town
This restaurant is perfectly located for a relaxed meal with stunning mountain views. Situated at Les Ruinettes (2,200 metres) on the slopes, directly opposite the Médran cable car, Le Mouton Noir is one of Verbier’s most iconic mountain restaurants. Spread across two levels and a panoramic terrace, it’s often described as the restaurant with the most beautiful views in Verbier, offering breathtaking scenery over the Combins mountain range and a lively alpine atmosphere.
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Le Carrefour Restaurant
Expect Savoyard specialties such as fondues, rostis and steaks to eat on their large sun terrace or get cosy inside
One of the oldest dining spots in the Bagnes/Verbier area, offers a varied menu of Swiss and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy mountain classics like rösti, fondue, grilled meats, seasonal dishes, and vegetarian options with creative touches.Â
Visit some local highlights
There are a surprising range of cultural attractions for a small mountain town. Highlights include the Alpine Museum, for all you might want to know more about the customs and habits of the region. There's also the local cinema, grab a box of popcorn and catch up on the latest releases - look for VOST or VO (version originale) for English-language films.
Non-skiers can enjoy the mountains with a pedestrian lift pass, access numerous mountain restaurants or enjoy many well-marked walking trails between Les Ruinettes and La Chaux and up to the Cabane Mont Fort from La Chaux. Call into the tourist office for maps and itineraries. Always dress for the weather - layers are the key, sunglasses and sun cream are vital even on a cloudy day. Stick to the trails, respect the environment and be aware of changing conditions.
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Paintings for Your Home
Paintings of Verbier & the surrounding region
Victor Egorov’s paintings of Verbier and the Four Valleys not only make a stunning addition to an Alpine home but also as an addition to any interior.
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Forge Oreiller
An old forge for making cow bells
The Oreiller forge was once famous for the cow bells it used to produce. Now designated a historical monument, the 19th century workshop houses more than 400 traditional objects for you to come and see.
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Musee de Bagnes
Themed exhibitions and fine art shows
You'll find a mix of photography exhibitions, fine art and temporary exhibitions at this museum in Le Chable.
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Saint Bernard Dogs Museum
Museum and dog breeding
Visit the kennels and find out all about the history of the St Bernard Dogs' role in rescues over the generations they have been around.
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Alpine museum
Exhibits of habitat, culture and customs of the region
The exhibition focuses primarily on the period before industrialisation and mechanisation in these areas are operated until after World War II.
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Saw mill, flour mill and apple press museum
Saw mill, flour mill and apple press museum
A historical building in itself, this museum houses an impressive mill wheel used to operate a giant saw.
Treat yourself
If all of that sounds far too active and you really just want to pamper yourself and read your book, or stare at the view, there are numerous spas and treatment rooms you can enjoy. Many hotels have exclusive lavish luxury spas which are open to non-guests for a fee, and mobile massage companies will arrange to visit you at your chalet or apartment.
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Inspire Verbier massage
Massage relaxation treatments and beauty therapy in the centre of town
Treatments can be booked at the Inspire Verbier studio or at your own accommodation, with a focus on aiding your true relaxation in both body and mind.
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Spa by La Cordée
Alpine wellness with pool, sauna, and bespoke treatments in Verbier
Spa by La Cordée is a sanctuary of well-being in the heart of Verbier. With its exposed wooden beams, crackling fireplace, and soft alpine light, it captures the warmth of a mountain chalet while offering the luxury of a modern wellness retreat.
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Spa by Biologique Recherche
Luxury spa at the Experimental Chalet Hotel using Biologique Recherche products
Spa by Biologique Recherche, located in Experimental Chalet Hotel, welcomes you to relax and indulge in a treatment in one of its treatment rooms.
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Away Spa
Part of the W Hotel offering 800m² of peaceful escape in the heart of Verbier
This well-equipped spa offers sauna, hammam, Jacuzzi, aromatherapy, indoor and outdoor pool, massages and beauty treatments in its nine treatment rooms. There are also tailored facials, a nail studio and combined packages, even a healthy menu!Â
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Jan Schlimmer personal training and massage
Personal training, gym classes and massage treatments
Jan Schlimmer is a fully qualified fitness and massage professional who offers a range of services to keep your muscles in great shape.
Things to do in Verbier
Take to the skies for a bird's eye view of the mountains with a tandem paragliding flight, or book yourself helicopter tour. Some can even organise a fine-dining lunch experience atop one of the Glaciers, complete with lavish fur rugs, seats built into the snow, champagne, and the best gourmet food.
The Verbier sports centre is home to a swimming pool, spa, indoor climbing wall, fitness classes and a whole host more. Guaranteed to have something to keep you entertained if swimming doesn’t tickle your fancy, perhaps a quick work out in the gym or some chill time in the spa. So don't forget to pack your gym kit and a swimsuit (speedo-style only boys).
You can also enjoy a sedate sleigh ride drawn by horses or a faster one pulled by huskies, there is an excursion choice to suit all levels of adrenaline. Booking in advance is recommended as this is a very popular activity.
Things To Do in Verbier
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Leisure Park
Mini-golf, tennis, boules, climbing wall, and more.
The Verbier Leisure Park offers you activities to share with family or friends.
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Inspire Verbier - Fitness & Yoga Studio
A whole range of classes to keep you fit, active and happy!
A broad range of fitness classes and therapy services at affordable prices. The qualified practitioners are passionate about your health and fitness and believe that having a fit and strong body supports a healthy mind, a more balanced outlook and gives you renewed mental focus.
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Treetop Adventure Course
Arial course with zipline and treetop routes
Suspended between the earth and the sky, you’ll find a superb treetop adventure. Test your agility, nerve and balance on these routes and zip lines, and enjoy that energising adrenaline rush.
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Snowshoeing excursions
Snowshoe tours for families or corporate events
Fancy doing something different? Explore the beautiful natural scenery of the 4 Valleys by venturing off the beaten track on snowshoes.
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Inspire Verbier massage
Massage relaxation treatments and beauty therapy in the centre of town
Treatments can be booked at the Inspire Verbier studio or at your own accommodation, with a focus on aiding your true relaxation in both body and mind.
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Paragliding
Tandem paragliding experience.
The Fly Verbier team invites you to come and take a tandem flight with them in the beautiful surroundings of the Val de Bagnes,
