For freeriders chasing deep powder and wide horizons, Davos Klosters has long been a benchmark. This winter, the Swiss Alpine heavyweight isn’t just resting on its laurels – it’s pushing boundaries, again.
The 2025/26 season ushers in fresh adventures across its legendary six-mountain playground: Jakobshorn, Parsenn, Madrisa, Rinerhorn, Pischa and Schatzalp. Add in revamped events, more diverse tour options, and an ever-expanding freeride community and Davos Klosters proves once again that it’s not just about vertical – it’s about vision.
BACKCOUNTRY WEEKS 2026: NOW EVEN DEEPER
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Mark your calendars: Backcountry Week Davos returns 29 January – 1 February 2026, celebrating a decade of powdery pilgrimage. This year, it’s not just bigger – it’s smarter.
Expect refined logistics, upgraded village spaces, new freeride partners and a broader mix of workshops, tours and gear tests. Fresh evening talks and film screenings add inspiration after dark, while sustainable travel options and community events highlight Davos’s long-term commitment to the mountains.
The festival continues to champion safety and skill progression with certified mountain guides leading small-group tours across Davos’s more remote zones. And yes, splitboarders – you’re officially in the mix, with tailored sessions just for you.
More at backcountry-weeks.ch
THE CLASSIC LINES STILL DELIVER
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Despite the headlines, it’s still about the mountains. Each of Davos Klosters’ six freeride faces offers its own character:
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Jakobshorn: Still the freeride flagship. Long regarded as the beating heart of the local scene, it offers everything from cruisy bowls to technical couloirs – with stunning views over Davos to boot.
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Parsenn: Vast, classic, reliable. Think long runs to Küblis and Serneus, or tight couloirs near the Weissfluh summit. A freeride feast with something for all appetites.
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Madrisa: Quietly brilliant. Often skipped, always rewarding. Bordering Austria, it brings wide-open lines and Alpine tranquillity.
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Rinerhorn: Steeper, deeper, quieter. A locals’ favourite with forested chutes and hidden stashes.
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Pischa: No pistes, no problem. A pure freeride mountain with endless line choice – uncompromising and beautifully wild.
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Schatzalp: Old-school charm with open meadows and gentle powder fields. Perfect for easing in – or winding down.
Throw in big-name tours like the Funi Line High-Altitude Tour and the 3 Bahnentour, linking Davos Klosters with Arosa and Lenzerheide, and there’s serious terrain on tap.
STILL SNOW-SURE, STILL EASY TO ACCESS
Davos sits high at 1,560m, backed by reliable snowfall and excellent lift infrastructure. Many freeride zones start right from the top station, making it one of the most accessible off-piste playgrounds in the Alps.
No helicopters, no huge hikes – just cable cars, confidence and good decision-making.
WHERE TO STAY: MOUNTAIN COMFORT MEETS SLOPE ACCESS
When the day’s lines are drawn and legs start to feel it, the Mountain Plaza Hotel in Davos offers a well-earned retreat just a few turns from the action.
Sitting within easy reach of Jakobshorn and Bolgen, it’s ideally placed for first lifts and last runs — no long transfers or shuttle chaos here.
Inside, it ticks the boxes freeriders actually care about: an in-house ski shop (with 15% off gear hire), a free shuttle to the lifts, and a 1,000m² spa that’s practically made for post-powder recovery — think saunas, massage treatments and a pool you won’t just walk past.
Rooms range from neat and tidy Classics to larger Superiors with balconies, and while Davos has no shortage of dining spots, you’ll find fondue evenings and Alpine comfort food served on-site in the Fondue Stübli and Plaza Restaurant. There’s even a bar for the brave few still standing after a big day on the hill.
Bed & breakfast from CHF 200 p/room.
Use code GBDKM25 for an extra 10% off
Info & bookings: mountainplaza.ch
More info: davos.ch/freeride
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