New Year on the Snow: Accommodation in Airolo, Skiing in Andermatt
- Activity: Alpine Sports Base - Airolo
- Start date: 29 December 2026 / 18:00
- End date: 02 January 2027 / 17:00
- Location: Fuori sede
- Address: Casa della Sostenibilità, Via della Stazione 46, Airolo
- Course language:
- Italiano
- English
A camp dedicated to snow and mountain lovers, designed for intermediate-advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Accommodation is provided at the Casa della Sostenibilità in Airolo, while the days on the slopes mainly take place in the Andermatt–Sedrun–Disentis ski area.
During the day, each participant is free to ski or snowboard independently, choosing the slopes and organising the day according to their own pace and preferences. In the evening, the group meets at the Casa della Sostenibilità in Airolo to enjoy the accommodation and some relaxing time together.
USI Sport takes care of the organisation of the stay and train transport according to the arrangements described below.
Level
The camp is designed for intermediate-advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Participants must be able to ski or snowboard independently, use the ski lifts and safely tackle slopes appropriate to their level.
For those who would like to improve their technique, intermediate-advanced ski lessons can be requested for CHF 10.– per hour, payable directly on site.
Activity programme
The days are dedicated to skiing or snowboarding in the Andermatt–Sedrun–Disentis ski area.
Participants travel to Andermatt using the group train connections organised by USI Sport according to predefined departure times.
Participants who do not wish to travel at the scheduled group times must organise their journey independently and purchase their own ticket.
The option selected in the registration form will be considered final for the organisation and purchase of group train tickets by USI Sport.
The programme may be adapted according to weather and snow conditions, lift operations and slope conditions.
Personal Equipment
Participants must bring suitable sports clothing for the activity. We recommend dressing in layers.
Clothing
- Base layer: technical underwear (synthetic fibre or merino wool)
- Mid layer: fleece or insulated jacket
- Outer layer: waterproof/windproof jacket and trousers (e.g. Gore-Tex)
- Snow gloves
- Neck warmer
- Headband/hat
Other items
- Sunglasses or ski goggles
- Sunscreen
- Backpack
- Thermos and/or water bottle
- Towels
- Leisure clothing
- Board games
Any additional equipment required will be communicated before the camp
Equipment provided by USI Sport
Sports equipment can be rented directly on site for a daily flat rate of CHF 20.–.
The following equipment is available:
- alpine skis or snowboard;
- poles;
- ski/snowboard boots;
- helmet;
- ski goggles.
Participation
The camp will be confirmed with a minimum of 5 participants, for a maximum of 12 participants.
The camp is intended for independent intermediate-advanced skiers and snowboarders. Lessons are optional and can be requested directly on site.
Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation is provided at the Casa della Sostenibilità in Airolo, in shared rooms for 6 people, with shared bathrooms and private showers.
Breakfast and dinner are included and organised at the accommodation. Lunches are not included and are the responsibility of the participants.
Any food intolerances or allergies must be indicated when registering.
Bed linen
To help us reduce our environmental impact, we recommend bringing your own bed linen:
- pillowcase 50 × 70 cm;
- fitted sheet 80 × 200 cm;
- duvet cover 140 × 200 cm.
Sleeping bag liners and sleeping bags are not permitted.
Alternatively, a bed linen set can be rented at the Alpine Sports Base for CHF 15.–.
Transport
Travel to Airolo
USI Sport provides USI/SUPSI students and staff with return train travel to Airolo, an environmentally friendly option that reduces the environmental impact and ensures a comfortable journey for everyone.
For other participant categories, a train ticket at the special USI Sport rate is available for CHF 12.– each way.
Airolo–Andermatt
Return travel between Airolo and Andermatt is organised using group train connections at predefined times and is not included in the camp price.
The daily flat rate for the return train journey is:
- CHF 10.– for participants with a Half Fare Travelcard;
- CHF 20.– for participants without a Half Fare Travelcard.
The option selected in the registration form will be considered final for the organisation and purchase of group train tickets.
Participants who choose not to use the transport organised by USI Sport, or who wish to travel at different times, must organise their journey independently and purchase their own ticket.
Parking
There are no free parking spaces in the immediate vicinity of the Casa.
The only free parking area is available here.
Price
The price varies according to the participant category and the time of registration.
By booking further in advance, participants can benefit from the most advantageous rate. As the camp date approaches, the intermediate and standard rates will progressively apply.
The fee includes:
- ski pass;
- accommodation;
- half board (breakfast and dinner);
- return train travel to and from Airolo.
Participants are responsible for:
- lunches;
- optional equipment rental from USI Sport (CHF 20.– per day);
- return travel between Airolo and Andermatt (CHF 10.– or CHF 20.– per day, depending on the participant's travelcard);
- optional bed linen rental (CHF 15.–);
- optional ski or snowboard lessons (CHF 10.– per hour, payable on site).
| Category | Early booking | Intermediate rate | Standard rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| USI/SUPSI students | CHF 200 | CHF 216 | CHF 232 |
| USI/SUPSI staff and academic staff; Students from other Swiss universities; City of Lugano employees; USI Alumni | CHF 264 | CHF 284 | CHF 300 |
| Accompanying persons and family members; SUPSI Alumni | CHF 300 | CHF 316 | CHF 332 |
Rate deadlines
- Early booking: more than 5 months before the start of the camp;
- Intermediate rate: from 5 to 3 months before the start of the camp;
- Standard rate: less than 3 months before the start of the camp.
When purchasing, participants must select the category corresponding to their profile. USI Sport reserves the right to request documentation confirming eligibility for the selected rate.
Registration and payment
Registration is confirmed once the fee corresponding to the participant's category and applicable rate has been paid.
As the price increases progressively as the activity date approaches, we recommend registering early to benefit from the most advantageous rate.
Registrations will be accepted up to 5 days before the start of the camp. Late registrations cannot be accepted.
By proceeding with the purchase, participants agree to the USI Sport instructions and rules of conduct, available in the "Attachments" section.
Refund policy
- 90% refund upon presentation of a medical certificate;
- 80% refund for cancellations communicated at least 2 weeks before the start of the camp;
- 50% refund for cancellations communicated between 2 weeks and 1 week before the start of the camp;
- no refund for cancellations communicated less than 1 week before the start of the camp or in case of non-attendance.
To request a refund, contact USI Sport by email, indicating the event and the reason for cancellation. The applicable refund conditions will be determined based on the date of the request.
If the camp is cancelled by USI Sport due to weather conditions or organisational reasons, participants will receive a full refund of the amount paid.