Davos and Klosters form one of Switzerland’s most extensive ski resort complexes: six ski areas (Parsenn-Gotschna, Jakobshorn, Madrisa, Rinerhorn, Pischa, and Schatzalp), about 280 kilometres of marked pistes, and 55 lifts. The resort suits a wide range of skiers, from families on Madrisa and Rinerhorn to freestylers on Jakobshorn and freeriders on Pischa.

The Ski Areas

The main Davos Klosters Mountains ski pass covers five of the areas (Parsenn, Jakobshorn, Rinerhorn, Madrisa, and Pischa), which are linked by the Rhaetian Railway and buses; Schatzalp needs a separate ticket. Each area has its own character:

Parsenn: The largest of the areas, with around 100 kilometres of pistes, reached from Davos by the Parsennbahn funicular to the Weissfluhjoch. It is known as the cradle of Swiss skiing, with wide, varied runs for every level and the resort’s highest point, the Weissfluhgipfel at 2,844 metres. It is accessible from both Davos and Klosters.
Jakobshorn: Above Davos, popular with snowboarders and freestyle skiers, with a large snowpark and a superpipe.
Madrisa: The family mountain in Klosters, with about 31 kilometres of pistes, gentle terrain, and children’s areas.
Rinerhorn: A quieter area with about 49 kilometres of well-groomed pistes, good for families.
Pischa: The freeriders’ area.

The Küblis Descent

The long Parsenn descent from the Weissfluhgipfel down to Küblis, about 12 kilometres with roughly 2,000 metres of vertical drop, is one of the most famous ski runs in the Alps and has been skied since the 1890s. The resort’s own site now refers to it as the former “Nostalgie Run,” so check whether the full descent is currently marked and open before you plan your day around it.

Klosters: The Traditional Alternative

The village of Klosters, a short train ride from Davos, has a character quite different from the larger town: more traditional, less conference-oriented, with the Madrisa area directly above it. Klosters also gives direct access to the Parsenn, and many experienced skiers base themselves there to avoid the Davos town atmosphere; the other areas are reached by train or bus.

Practical Considerations

The official ticket page currently lists an adult day ticket for all areas of the Davos Klosters Mountains at CHF 94, up from around CHF 86 in 2025/26. For comparison, Zermatt’s 2026/27 from-price is CHF 89 and the Jungfrau region’s is from CHF 79, both lowest-rate figures that rise at peak times. The page does not label the season, so confirm the 2026/27 tariff on the resort website before you book. Children under 6 ski free with a parent or instructor. If you plan to ski more than one Graubünden resort, the TopCard covers Davos Klosters, Flims Laax Falera, and Arosa Lenzerheide.

Davos sits at about 1,560 metres and is a year-round town best known as the host of the World Economic Forum, so it has a full range of accommodation, shops, and services alongside the skiing. It is on the Rhaetian Railway network, with regular connections via Landquart to Chur and the rest of the Swiss rail network, so it is easy to reach without a car.

Written by Laura Meier. Updated regularly as prices and conditions change. Corrections and updates are welcome at contact@allaboutswiss.com.