Crans Montana 

A bustling stylish resort surrounded by sunny slopes with stunning views

As it’s name suggests, Crans-Montana is made up of two towns – Crans and Montana. Both lack the feel of a traditional Alpine village but don’t let this put you off. Each centre has a typical sophisticated Swiss feel with plenty of stylish boutiques and good (if expensive) bars and restaurants.

he ski area is mainly suited to intermediates with a mix of long cruising runs with a sunny aspect and pretty tree-lined slopes. However, the sunny aspect can badly affect the quality of the snow, particularly later in the season.