The cost of buying lift tickets in several of Europe’s top resorts may rise a little next season, although the actual price difference is likely to be down to the strength of sterling more than any resort price rises.
The Zermatt-Cervinia-Valtournenche pass (when purchased in Zermatt – much cheaper when bought on the Italian side) will rise by 11 Swiss Francs or around 2.5% for a six day adult pass during the season from 29th November to 19th April 2015 from 423 to 434 Swiss Francs – currently around £293.
A cheaper Zermatt only pass is available and children aged nine and under ski free of charge.
In France the six day adult Three Valleys pass rises by just over 2% from 277 Euros to 283 Euros in the main season – currently around £233.
There are lower prices for individual sectors and in low season weeks at the start and ends of the season. Families and groups of two or three people buying tickets together also receive discounts.
Children pay around 75% of the adult price (228 Euros / £188) from age five for a Three Valleys pass and the full adult price from age 13.
