Big news for the Verbier & La Tzoumaz ski area! The new télémixte (hybrid lift) between Verbier and the Savoleyres sector is almost complete. The first phase, from Les Planards to Savoleyres, has been running since December 2025. This winter, the second phase from Les Esserts is scheduled to open, linking Verbier and La Tzoumaz by lift for the first time.
A Major Upgrade for the Verbier 4 Vallées Area
The new lift replaces the Savoleyres cable car and the Sud ski lift, both dating back to the 1970s. It runs from Les Esserts (1,722 m), via a mid-station at Les Planards (1,943 m), to the Savoleyres summit (2,344 m).
Until now, the Verbier–Les Ruinettes sector and the Savoleyres–La Tzoumaz sector were linked only by the off-piste Vallon d'Arbi route. The télémixte changes that, and it runs all year: for skiers in winter, and for hikers, mountain bikers, and families in summer.
Opening Timeline: Where Things Stand
- December 2025 – open: Phase 1, Les Planards to Savoleyres, opened, with 6-seat chairlifts on this section.
- Winter 2026/27 – scheduled: Phase 2, Les Esserts to Les Planards, completes the line from Verbier to Savoleyres. The cable was pulled in August 2026, and the full line is planned to run from December 2026.
The whole journey takes just under 12 minutes: about 6.5 minutes from Les Esserts to Les Planards and 5.5 minutes on to Savoleyres.
The 2026/27 ski season is planned to start on 5 December in Verbier and 12 December at Savoleyres, snow permitting. Check the Verbier 4Vallées lift status before you set off.
Designed for Comfort and Accessibility
The télémixte combines 10-seat gondolas with 6-seat chairlifts, so on the upper section you can choose between an enclosed cabin and a quick chair ride with your skis on. Features include:
- Level boarding for easy access with skis, buggies, or bikes
- Year-round operation for summer and winter
- Family- and mobility-friendly stations and vehicles
- Room for up to 2,650 people per hour on the upper section and 1,675 on the lower
A new access route from Le Carrefour to the base station at Les Esserts, partly through a tunnel and covered walkway, brings skiers over from the main Verbier sector. From Savoleyres, you return to Verbier on the Philippe Roux piste and the Route du Carrefour.
A Strategic Investment in the Region
Téléverbier is leading the project, with Banque Piguet Galland as exclusive sponsor. Together they are investing in the long-term future of mountain tourism in the 4 Vallées, making it more sustainable, modern and accessible.
Why It Matters for Guests of La Tzoumaz
La Tzoumaz is the hidden gem on the quieter side of the mountain. With the full télémixte, it is now directly connected by lift to Verbier's main ski area and the rest of the 4 Vallées: no bus, no car, just skis. It's an exciting winter for owners, renters and visitors alike.
Plan Your Stay with HomePartner
Whether you come for the opening weekend or later in the season, HomePartner offers premium chalet rentals in La Tzoumaz with easy access to the 4 Vallées. Book early to secure your winter holiday and be among the first to ride the brand-new lift!
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