Get an eyeful of this year’s flowy, progressive Nines course at Schilthorn.
Swatch Nines Snow 2025 is officially underway at Schilthorn, Switzerland—and the verdict is in. From the first run on Monday, 7 April, the world’s top skiers and snowboarders have been singing the same tune: this is the best Swatch Nines Snow setup yet.
An elite crew of riders from across the globe has gathered for a weeklong jam session on a next-level course that’s more than just snow and steel—it’s a playground built with progression in mind. Designed with extensive input from the athletes themselves, this year’s course is a true reflection of creativity and flow, packed with rails, hips, jumps, and endless lines.
“Everyone is telling me that this is the best Nines setup we’ve ever built. We let the riders take control of the design process more than ever before, and it was the best decision we could have made. The stage is set for an incredible week here at Schilthorn!”
said Swatch Nines founder Nico Zacek
What the Riders Are Saying
“When I came around the corner and saw the setup, I was speechless… it looked just like the insane drawings they released. Everything flows so nicely—it’s a really playful park.”
Cool Wakushima (SNB, NZL):
“It’s super fun. Creative, playful, and big. Everything you want at Nines. Massive but chill once you get into it. The first hour of skiing was a dream.”
Alex Hackel (SKI, USA):
“So big, so creative. Today was supposed to be a warm-up, but it turned into one of the sickest days ever. We’re just getting started.”
Luca Harrington (SKI, NZL):
Nonstop Action from Day One
What was supposed to be an easy warm-up quickly turned into a day full of triple and quad corks, as riders like Lyon Farrell (SNB, NZL) and Gian Andri Bolinger (SKI, SUI) went all in on the pristine setup. The sheer versatility and playfulness of the course pushed everyone to ride at their highest level—right from the get-go.
Dive Into the Action
Both Swatch and Red Bull have dropped course previews showcasing the creative madness of the setup. Hop on a ride-along with Nico Porteous and Cool Wakushima in Red Bull’s video, and then catch the cinematic tease from Swatch. Trust us, your jaw will drop.
Watch the Red Bull Course Preview
Mark Your Calendar: Public Day – Saturday, 12 April
After five days of intense sessioning, the Public Day on Saturday, 12 April will give fans the chance to witness the action firsthand. It’s free with a Schilthorn ski pass, and the new gondola makes the journey to Piz Gloria easier than ever.
“We are thrilled to host Swatch Nines for the third time. The course looks amazing and we’re looking forward to exciting content and a fantastic show on Public Day!”
Christoph Egger, Director of Schilthorn, shared:
Stay locked in for more highlights and edits as Swatch Nines Snow 2025 unfolds—because if Day One is anything to go by, this could be the best edition yet.