With mellow, low-altitude mountains, sky-high peaks with near-vertical drops (hello, Matterhorn and Gemsstock), powder-covered glaciers, and gently rolling Alpine forests, it's no wonder skiing in Switzerland tops most winter sports enthusiasts' travel wish lists. Plus, the country is home to some of Europe's largest winter resorts, with new panoramic cable cars, high-speed chair lifts, and scenic trains offering easy connectivity between mountains.
Learn moreTo help you plan your next ski holiday, here's our guide to the best ski resorts in France. France is rightfully one of the most popular ski destinations for British skiers due to its picturesque scenery and varied ski areas. From high altitude ski resorts with excellent snow to traditional Alpine towns, the ski resorts in the French Alps have it all. We have selected the 10 best ski resorts in France for you below.
Learn moreThe most skiable terrain and the broadest range of opportunities are in the Dolomites, where 12 major ski areas total more than 1,200 kilometers of ski trails. Whichever region you choose — the Dolomites, the Val d'Aosta (where Italy borders France and Switzerland), or the Savoy Alps west of Turin — you'll be rewarded with spectacular scenery and single ski runs that can take several hours, dropping from high in the mountains all the way.
Learn moreAlthough prices have risen a bit in the past couple of years, Austria's popularity with international skiers is boosted by its value for money. Holiday packages, lift passes, lodging, dining, and ski schools still cost less here than in the French or Swiss Alps, and you're sure of warm hospitality and high service standards, as well as sophisticated lifts and snow maintenance.
Learn moreAs the most successful nation to ever compete in the Winter Olympics, it should come as no surprise that the skiing in Norway is absolutely superb and should not be overlooked when considering your next ski holiday. Far quieter than its Alpine rivals, the Norwegian ski resorts offer guests peaceful, uncrowded mountains, state of the art lift systems and a warm welcome from friendly locals.
Learn moreFor many years, Scotland's ski resorts have been one of the UK's best-kept secrets. Most UK skiers and snowboarders will head off to the continent in search of slopes, but those in the know enjoy Scotland's wide range of piste and backcountry skiing, with the convenience of not having to leave the UK. Scotland offers a fantastic option for UK skiers and snowboarders looking to hit the slopes.
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