This Saturday, February 28th, experience the magic of sunrise from the Plaine Morte glacier at nearly 3,000 metres: a unique alpine spectacle not to be missed ! 

Lever Du Soleil
Sat, 28 Feb 2026 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026

Enjoy the sunrise at 3000m on Plaine Morte
 

Join us for this unforgettable experience followed by a continental breakfast at the Plaine Morte restaurant  - the perfect way to start your day in a breathtaking setting!

Dates and times:

  Meeting time Violettes-Express departure Sunrise
Saturday February 21, 2026 - Cancelled* 6:25 6:40 7:24
Saturday February 28, 2026 6:15 6:30 7:11

*Bad weather forecast. 

Enjoy the magical moment of sunrise from the Plaine Morte glacier, offering a 360° panoramic view of the Alpine peaks, followed by a continental breakfast served at the Plaine Morte restaurant.

Skiing will be possible once the piste patrol has validated the safety of the Kandahar run. Alternatively, you may descend by Funitel from 8:30 am.

 

Practical information :

Meeting point at the Violettes-Express gondola departure
Route des Barzettes 32
3963 Crans-Montana

The activity takes place at nearly 3,000 meters altitude, where weather conditions can differ significantly from those in the resort.

At this altitude, temperatures can be low, especially early in the morning, and wind can increase the feeling of cold.

We strongly recommend that you :

- Wear warm, windproof clothing
- Bring additional layers (hat, gloves, scarf)
- Wear footwear suitable for mountain conditions

These precautions will allow you to fully and comfortably enjoy this unique experience.

 

Prices :

Price in CHF.- I have a day/season ski pass I do not have a day ski pass Pedestrian access
Adults 21y and + 35.- 124.- 74.-
Youth 16–20y 35.- 104.- 64.-
Juniors 9–15y 15.- 65.- 34.-
Children under 9y 10.- 10.- 10.-


Ski passes purchased as part of this activity are valid for the rest of the day across the entire ski area.

Ski passes can be purchased online at mycma.ch.