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Skiing in the Brandnertal: a skiing holiday right by the slopes

In the Brandnertal, you’ll glide through glistening powder snow, feel the sun on your face and have the majestic peaks of the Rätikon right on your doorstep – skiing at its very best. Right on the doorstep of your Hotel Valavier, a skiing holiday in Vorarlberg offers perfectly groomed slopes, short distances and unforgettable winter moments.
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Woman enjoying a coffee on a terrace in Brand with snow covered mountains in the background in Vorarlberg.

Skiing in Brand – where the valley becomes the stage for your winter bliss.

In the Brandnertal valley, whether you’re a leisurely skier or an adventurer, you can glide down around 65 kilometres of varied slopes. From sunny family slopes to challenging runs with breathtaking views of the Rätikon, the Brandnertal ski area offers everything your heart desires. Thanks to the prime location of your Hotel Valavier, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art lifts, the shortest possible walk to the slopes and plenty of space to breathe. Your Brandnertal tickets are the key to carefree days’ skiing in Vorarlberg – the perfect combination of genuine winter enjoyment, unspoilt nature and active relaxation on your skiing holiday.

  • Slope length: Around 65 km of slopes (divided into easy, medium and difficult runs as well as ski routes)
  • Number of lifts: 15 modern cable cars and ski lifts (including gondola lifts, chairlifts and T-bar lifts)
  • Altitude: From approx. 890 m (valley station) up to 2,000 m (mountain station)
  • Season: Regular daily winter operation from early/mid-December to early April (depending on snow conditions)
Frisch präparierte Skipiste im Brandnertal bei Sonnenaufgang mit Blick auf verschneite Gipfel des Rätikon.
Female skier on a sporty descent in Brandnertal with views of the striking rock formations of the Rätikon.

Learn to ski in the Brandnertal – Brand & Brand Alpin Ski School

Whether you’re getting back on your skis after years away, your child is taking their first turns in the snow, or you’re honing your technique with a private ski instructor – Brand in Vorarlberg is the perfect place for your skiing holiday.

The renowned Brand & Brand Alpin ski schools are synonymous with personalised attention, small groups and experienced ski instructors who are passionate about winter sports. From lovingly designed children’s courses and gentle refresher sessions to exclusive private lessons starting right from your Hotel Valavier: Here, you’ll be taught with enthusiasm, patience and a keen eye for detail.

This makes learning to ski feel easy – safe, tailored to your needs and full of fun in the powder snow of the Brandnertal valley.

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Children and adults during a ski lesson on a sunny slope in Brand with views of the snow-covered Rätikon mountains.
Children during a ski lesson at Ski School Brand on a sunny beginner slope with views of the snow-covered mountains.
Family on skis overlooking the snow-covered Brandnertal and the peaks of the Rätikon.
Smart on the slope!
The earlier you book, the cheaper it is to carve! Book your ski pass online now and benefit from the dynamic mountain railway price advantage.
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Familie mit Kindern auf Skiern vor der verschneiten Bergkulisse in Brand im Brandnertal.

Family holidays in the Brandnertal: Because family time is priceless

Little skiers, big winter adventures! Brandnertal offers fantastic benefits for families – and with the Dorfbahn cable car just a few steps from the Valavier, your ski day starts relaxed and stress-free, leaving more time for what really matters: enjoying the snow together.

Your family benefits at a glance:

  • Little ones ski for free: Children born in 2021 or later ski free of charge during the 2026/27 winter season (a valid ticket is still required).

  • Vitamin B Family Pass: Enjoy a 50% discount on day and multi-day ski passes from the second child onwards.

  • Vitamin B Switch Pass: One ski pass for two adults who take turns skiing and looking after their child aged 4 or younger.

  • Free Annual WildPass: Available for children under 10 during the advance sale until 8 December 2026. Exclusively available on-site with a photo and valid photo ID.

Our tip: Book your ski passes online in advance and enjoy an 8% discount compared to the current ticket office price on eligible tickets.

More family time. More fun on the slopes. And winter memories that last a lifetime.

Discover Vitamin B Ski Passes

The Brandnertal ski resort offers around 65 kilometres of varied slopes to suit all levels. From sunny family slopes and gentle beginners’ runs to challenging descents with views of the striking Rätikon mountains, you’ll find everything here to make a skier’s heart beat faster. Thanks to the perfect location of your Hotel Valavier, you’re also just a few seconds away from the cable car, so you can dive straight into your winter fun in Vorarlberg.

The new Vitamin B ski passes for the 2026/27 winter season are already available in the Brandnertal cable cars' online ticket shop.

Booking early pays off! Thanks to dynamic pricing, you can secure particularly attractive rates by booking in advance. Plus, when booking online, you benefit from an 8% discount compared to the current ticket office price.

Whether it's a day pass, multi-day pass or flex pass – the new Vitamin B tickets offer the perfect option for your winter holiday in Brandnertal.

Book your ski pass online now

Yes, absolutely! There are two renowned ski schools right here in Brand: the Brand Ski School and the Brand Alpin Ski School.

Whether you’re getting back on your skis after a break of several years, your child is learning to carve in a fun way on their first ski course, or you’re honing your technique with a private ski instructor – you’re in very good hands here. With a focus on personalised attention, small groups and experienced instructors, learning to ski on your skiing holiday in the Brandnertal valley will be a breeze. From your Hotel Valavier, you can reach everything easily and without having to travel far.

Come down. Warm up. Feel good.

After action and adrenalin, warmth, peace and cosiness await - in our saunas with mountain views.

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Sauna with panoramic window overlooking the mountains in Brand, Brandnertal.