Ski Holiday in Austria
Austria is the home of skiing, with world-famous apres-ski, first-class groomed pistes and an alpine culture unlike anywhere else.
Alpbach
113 km pistes · 46 lifts
Austria's prettiest village, with 113 km of pistes in Ski Juwel. A charming Tyrolean idyll offering family-friendly skiing.
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Bad Gastein
200 km pistes · 45 lifts
A legendary Austrian ski resort in the Gastein valley with 200 km of pistes, high-altitude terrain up to 2,700 metres and world-famous thermal spas.
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Bad Hofgastein
83 km pistes · 17 lifts
A peaceful spa town in the Gastein valley with 83 km of pistes on the Schlossalm, the Alpentherme thermal baths and a calmer pace than Bad Gastein.
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Damüls
109 km pistes · 29 lifts
A small mountain village in Bregenzerwald with an average of over nine metres of snow per season and 109km of pistes in the Damüls-Mellau ski area.
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Dorfgastein
68 km pistes · 16 lifts
A quiet family village at the entrance to the Gastein valley with 68 km of pistes, a lift link over the mountain to Grossarltal and access to Ski amadé.
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Ellmau
275 km pistes · 81 lifts
A family-friendly village by the Wilder Kaiser with direct access to SkiWelt's 275 km of pistes, known from the TV series Der Bergdoktor.
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Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
214 km pistes · 68 lifts
Award-winning family ski resort in Tyrol with 214 km of pistes, 68 lifts and some of the Alps' largest children's areas on a sunny plateau.
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Flachau
121 km (local) / 760 km (Ski Amadé) pistes · 25 (local) / 270 (Ski Amadé) lifts
Flachau in Salzburgerland offers 121 km of local pistes and access to the whole of Ski Amadé, with nearly 760 km of pistes and 270 lifts.
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Fügen
110 km pistes · 48 lifts
The largest village in the lower Zillertal, where the Spieljoch gondola runs straight from the centre up into 110 km of pistes in Hochzillertal-Hochfügen.
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Gerlos
150 km pistes · 52 lifts
A genuine Tyrolean mountain village at 1,247 metres in the Zillertal Arena, with 150 km of pistes, 52 lifts and skiing in two directions from the centre.
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Heiligenblut
55 km pistes · 11 lifts
A quiet, affordable resort at the foot of the Grossglockner, with 55 km of pistes up to 2,902 metres and one of the most photographed churches in the Alps.
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Hintertux
60 km pistes · 21 lifts
Austria's only year-round glacier destination, with 60 km of pistes up to 3,250 metres and snow-sure conditions throughout the year.
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Hochfügen
90 km pistes · 40 lifts
The most snow-sure resort in the Zillertal at 1,500 metres, with sporty pistes above the tree line, 181 km in Hochfügen-Hochzillertal and lively après-ski.
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Hochkönig
120 km pistes · 34 lifts
Hochkönig in Salzburgerland offers 120 km of linked pistes between Maria Alm, Dienten and Mühlbach, set in a relaxed and affordable environment.
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Hopfgarten
275 km pistes · 81 lifts
Traditional Tyrolean village at 620 metres at the foot of the Hohe Salve, with 275 km of pistes and 81 lifts in the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental.
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Ischgl
239 km pistes · 45 lifts
Ischgl has 239 km of pistes in the Silvretta Arena, a ski area that extends into Switzerland's Samnaun, and the Alps' most famous après-ski scene.
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Kaprun
62.5 km pistes · 24 lifts
Kaprun sits beneath the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, with skiing up to 3,029 metres and 138 km of pistes together with Zell am See.
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Kirchberg
188 km pistes · 57 lifts
An affordable Tyrolean village with access to the whole KitzSki area, 188 km of pistes and 57 lifts, right next to Kitzbühel.
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Kitzbühel
188 km pistes · 57 lifts
Legendary ski resort in Tyrol with medieval charm, 188 km of pistes and the famous Streif World Cup run.
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Lech-Zürs
305 km pistes · 88 lifts
Exclusive and highly snow-sure skiing in Vorarlberg, with direct access to the whole of Ski Arlberg and 305km of pistes.
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Leogang
270 km pistes · 70 lifts
A calm, family-friendly village with direct access to the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn and 270km of pistes.
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Lofer
46 km pistes · 10 lifts
A charming village in Salzburgerland with 46km of pistes at the foot of the Loferer Steinberge. Perfect for families and beginners.
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Maria Alm
120 km pistes · 33 (local) / 34 (Hochkönig) lifts
A charming alpine village in Salzburgerland with access to 120km of pistes in the Hochkönig area. Perfect for families.
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Mayrhofen
142 km pistes · 57 lifts
A lively Tyrolean ski resort in the Zillertal valley with 142km of pistes, the steep Harakiri run and a lift pass that opens up the whole valley's 546km.
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Nassfeld
110 km pistes · 29 lifts
One of the Alps' sunniest ski resorts, with 110 km of pistes by the Italian border and some of Austria's lowest prices.
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Obergurgl
112 km pistes · 25 lifts
Austria's highest village, with 112 km of pistes up to 3,080 metres, exclusive tranquillity and near-ensured snow from November to May.
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Obertauern
100 km pistes · 26 lifts
Obertauern has a unique circular ski circus where every piste leads back to the village, with 100 km of pistes and excellent snow reliability.
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Rauris
33 km pistes · 12 lifts
A peaceful, authentic family resort in Salzburgerland with 33km of pistes, long runs, and voted Austria's best beginner slope.
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Saalbach
270 km (Skicircus) / 400 km (Saalbach World) pistes · 70 lifts
Saalbach-Hinterglemm combines 270 km of pistes in the Skicircus with some of the Alps' most famous après-ski spots.
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Schladming
125 km (local) / 230 km (4 Berge) pistes · 81 lifts
A classic Austrian ski town in Styria, with the 4 Berge pass, 230km of pistes and the World Cup's famous night slalom on Planai.
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Sölden
144 km pistes · 31 lifts
Sölden in the Ötztal combines two glaciers, three peaks over 3,000 metres and 144km of pistes with one of the Alps' liveliest après-ski scenes.
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Söll
275 km pistes · 81 lifts
Affordable Tyrolean village with a direct gondola into the SkiWelt, 275km of pistes and enjoyable après-ski.
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St. Anton
305 km pistes · 88 lifts
Legendary Austrian ski resort with 305 km of pistes in Ski Arlberg, world-class freeriding and the Alps' most famous après-ski.
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Wagrain
120 km (Snow Space) pistes · 45 lifts
Charming family resort in Salzburgerland with 120km of pistes in Snow Space Salzburg and access to Ski Amadé.
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Westendorf
275 km pistes · 81 lifts
A charming Tyrolean village in the Brixental with direct access to SkiWelt and 275 km of pistes, plus a link through to KitzSki.
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Zell am See
138 km (local) / 408 km (Ski Alpin Card) pistes · 57 lifts
Zell am See-Kaprun combines a charming lakeside town with snow-sure glacier skiing on the Kitzsteinhorn, up to 3,029 metres.
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Zell am Ziller
150 km pistes · 52 lifts
Lively market town in the Zillertal with a gondola from the centre into the Zillertal Arena, 150 km of pistes, 52 lifts and its own brewery.
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Zillertal Arena
150 km pistes · 52 lifts
Zillertal Arena links five villages with 150 km of pistes and 52 lifts, with broad, sunny slopes that suit the whole family.
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Ski Holiday in Italy
The Italian ski resorts in the Dolomites and the Alps offer a unique combination of world-class skiing, fantastic food and Italian charm.
Alta Badia
130 km pistes · 53 lifts
The gastronomic capital of the Dolomites, with 130km of pistes, six charming villages and direct access to the Sella Ronda.
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Andalo
37 km pistes · 15 lifts
A family-friendly resort on a sunny plateau in Trentino with 37 km of easy-going pistes and magnificent views of the Brenta Dolomites.
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Arabba
62 km pistes · 26 lifts
Arabba is Sella Ronda's most demanding corner, with steep pistes, 62km of local skiing and access to Marmolada at 3,269 metres.
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Bardonecchia
100 km pistes · 22 lifts
An affordable railway town in Piedmont by the Fréjus tunnel with 100 km of pistes up to 2,800 metres and a freestyle scene inherited from the 2006 Olympics.
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Bormio
50 km pistes · 14 lifts
Historic ski resort in Lombardy with challenging pistes, the famous Stelvio descent and Italy's finest thermal baths.
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Canazei
150 km (Val di Fassa) / 1,200 km (Dolomiti Superski) pistes · 14 (local) / 450 (Dolomiti Superski) lifts
Canazei in Val di Fassa is the starting point for the Sella Ronda and provides access to Dolomiti Superski with 1,200 km of pistes.
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Cervinia
150 km pistes · 21 lifts
A high-altitude Italian ski resort at the foot of the Matterhorn, with skiing up to 3,480 metres and a direct link to Zermatt.
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Champoluc
132 km pistes · 21 lifts
A quiet Walser village in the Aosta Valley and the western gateway to Monterosa Ski, with 132 km of pistes and peaks up to 3,275 metres.
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Cortina d'Ampezzo
120 km pistes · 37 lifts
The Queen of the Dolomites, with 120km of pistes, Olympic heritage from 1956 and Italian elegance beneath Tofana and Cristallo.
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Courmayeur
100 km pistes · 18 lifts
An exclusive Italian ski town at the foot of Mont Blanc, with 100km of pistes, challenging terrain and gourmet food in the Aosta Valley.
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Gressoney-La-Trinité
132 km pistes · 21 lifts
An authentic Walser village and the northern gateway to Monterosa Ski, with 132 km of pistes up to 3,275 metres and some of the best freeriding in the Alps.
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Kronplatz
119 km pistes · 32 lifts
South Tyrol's most modern ski resort, with 119 km of pistes, 32 lifts and slopes facing every direction from the summit at 2,275 metres.
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Livigno
115 km pistes · 31 lifts
A snow-sure Italian ski resort at 1,816 metres with 115km of pistes, tax-free shopping and lively après-ski.
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Madonna di Campiglio
60 km pistes · 24 lifts
An elegant Italian ski resort in Trentino with 150 km of pistes and dramatic views of the Brenta Dolomites.
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Moena
45 km pistes · 14 lifts
A peaceful and affordable family resort in Val di Fassa with around 100km of pistes in Alpe Lusia and San Pellegrino, right in the heart of the Dolomites.
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Ortisei
175 km pistes · 81 lifts
Charming village at 1,236 metres in Val Gardena, with 175km of local pistes and access to the Dolomiti Superski.
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Passo Tonale
100 km pistes · 29 lifts
A snow-sure Italian ski resort at 1,883 metres, with the Presena glacier reaching 3,016 metres, 100 km of pistes and good value prices.
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San Martino di Castrozza
60 km pistes · 16 lifts
A scenic ski resort in the Dolomites with 60km of pistes at 1,487 metres, right beside the mighty Pale di San Martino massif.
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Sauze d'Oulx
400 km pistes · 70 lifts
Lively Italian resort in Piedmont with 400 km of pistes in the Via Lattea, 70 lifts, a 2006 Olympic legacy and an après-ski scene few resorts can match.
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Selva Val Gardena
175 km pistes · 81 lifts
Selva Val Gardena in the Dolomites is the starting point for the Sella Ronda, with 175 km of local pistes and access to 1,200 km across Dolomiti Superski.
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Sestriere
120 km pistes · 30 lifts
Italy's highest ski resort at 2,035 metres, with access to 400 km of pistes in the vast Via Lattea system.
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Val di Fiemme
50 km pistes · 19 lifts
A sunny valley in Trentino with 110km of alpine pistes, world-class cross-country skiing and genuine Italian village life.
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Ski Holiday in Switzerland
Switzerland has Europe's most dramatic alpine landscape, with iconic mountains such as the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau as a backdrop for your ski holiday.
Adelboden
72 km pistes · 57 lifts
Charming Swiss mountain village with 210 km of pistes shared with Lenk, famous for the World Cup slalom at Chuenisbargli every January.
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Arosa
225 km pistes · 43 lifts
A sunny high-altitude resort at the top of the Schanfigg valley with a train that runs right into the village and 225 km of pistes shared with Lenzerheide.
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Arosa Lenzerheide
225 km pistes · 43 lifts
Swiss ski area in Graubünden with 225 km of pistes and two villages linked by the Urdenbahn gondola.
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Crans-Montana
140 km pistes · 24 lifts
A sun-drenched ski resort on a high plateau in Valais with 140 km of slopes, views from the Matterhorn to Mont Blanc, and wide runs for the whole family.
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Davos
150 km pistes · 57 lifts
Europe's highest town, with six ski areas and 300km of pistes together with Klosters, in Graubünden, Switzerland.
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Engelberg
82 km pistes · 25 lifts
Central Switzerland's largest and highest ski area, with glacier pistes on Titlis at 3,238 m and a vertical drop of over 2,000 metres.
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Flims Laax Falera
176 km pistes · 29 lifts
Three villages in Graubünden with 176 km of pistes, 29 lifts, a glacier up to 3,018 metres and one of Europe's biggest snow parks in Laax.
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Grächen
44 km pistes · 10 lifts
A sunny, peaceful Valais village on a terrace above the Mattertal, with 44 km of easy-to-follow pistes up to 2,864 metres and a genuine family atmosphere.
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Grindelwald
213 km pistes · 45 lifts
Iconic Swiss ski resort at the foot of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, with 213 km of pistes and 45 lifts in the Jungfrau region.
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Gstaad
200 km pistes · 42 lifts
A world-famous luxury ski resort in the Bernese Oberland with rustic charm, 200 km of pistes spread across six areas and glacier skiing on Glacier 3000.
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Klosters
150 km pistes · 57 lifts
A discreet, elegant neighbour to Davos in Graubünden, with access to 300km of pistes and one of the longest descents in the Alps.
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LAAX
224 km pistes · 28 lifts
Switzerland's leading freestyle destination with 224 km of pistes and four snowparks, with skiing right up to the Vorab glacier at 3,018 metres.
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Lenzerheide
225 km pistes · 43 lifts
Family-friendly Swiss resort in Graubünden at 1,473 metres, linked with Arosa to form 225 km of pistes and 43 lifts with skiing on both sides of the valley.
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Mürren
54 km pistes · 14 lifts
Car-free village on a cliff ledge 1,650 metres above the Lauterbrunnen valley, with 54 km of pistes, 14 lifts and the Bond peak Schilthorn at 2,970 metres.
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Saas-Fee
100 km pistes · 22 lifts
Car-free village at 1,800 metres in Valais with glacier skiing up to 3,600 metres and views of 13 four-thousand-metre peaks.
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St. Moritz
155 km pistes · 56 lifts
Legendary Swiss classic in Engadin with 350 km of pistes, over 300 days of sunshine a year and a jet-set atmosphere all of its own.
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Verbier
215 km pistes · 82 lifts
Verbier is one of the world's leading freeride destinations, with 410 km of pistes in the 4 Vallées and a lively, international village atmosphere.
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Wengen
110 km pistes · 45 lifts
A car-free Swiss village in the Jungfrau region with 213 km of pistes, the legendary Lauberhorn run and views of the Eiger.
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Zermatt
200 km pistes · 52 lifts
Exclusive, car-free village at the foot of the Matterhorn, with 360 km of pistes and reliable snow all the way up to 3,883 metres.
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Ski Holiday in France
France has the world's largest interconnected ski areas, with high-altitude, snow-sure resorts such as Val Thorens and Alpe d'Huez.
Alpe d'Huez
250 km pistes · 71 lifts
Sunny French ski resort with 250 km of pistes, 71 lifts and skiing up to 3,330 metres on Pic Blanc.
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Avoriaz
120 km pistes · 34 lifts
A car-free ski resort at 1,800 metres in Portes du Soleil with 650 km of pistes, ski-in/ski-out, and excellent conditions for families.
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Brides-les-Bains
150 km pistes · 42 lifts
An affordable spa town at 600 metres in Les 3 Vallées with thermal baths, a gondola straight up to Méribel and 150 km of pistes in the local sector.
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Chamonix
155 km pistes · 62 lifts
The cradle of alpinism at the foot of Mont Blanc, with 155 km of pistes, legendary off-piste and a lively mountain town.
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Courchevel
150 km pistes · 58 lifts
Courchevel is the most exclusive resort in Les 3 Vallées, with 150km of its own pistes and access to 600km in total.
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Flaine
140 km pistes · 24 lifts
A snow-sure resort at 1,600 metres in the Grand Massif, with 140km of its own pistes and access to 265km in total. A safe choice for families.
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Isola 2000
120 km pistes · 22 lifts
Isola 2000 is just 90 minutes from Nice and offers 120km of pistes at 2,000 metres altitude, with southern French sunshine and reliable snow.
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La Clusaz
125 km pistes · 47 lifts
A genuine Savoyard village in the Aravis massif with 125 km of pistes, 47 lifts and a charming centre with a church tower and stone houses.
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La Plagne
225 km pistes · 72 lifts
Large family-friendly French ski resort with 225 km of its own pistes, ten villages and access to Paradiski's 425 km via the Vanoise Express.
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La Rosiere
80 km pistes · 38 lifts
A sunny resort at 1,850 metres with 160km of pistes in Espace San Bernardo and skiing across the border into Italian La Thuile.
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La Toussuire
275 km pistes · 61 lifts
Sunny, affordable family base on a plateau 1,750 metres above sea level in Savoie, with 275 km of pistes and 61 lifts in Les Sybelles.
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Les Arcs
200 km pistes · 54 lifts
A versatile French ski destination with 200km of pistes, high-altitude skiing from 3,226 metres and access to Paradiski's total of 425km.
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Les Deux Alpes
225 km pistes · 47 lifts
A French ski resort with glacier skiing up to 3,600 metres, 225km of pistes and a lively après-ski scene along the main street.
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Les Menuires
160 km pistes · 33 lifts
A great-value base right in the heart of Les 3 Vallées, with 600km of pistes and direct links to Méribel and Val Thorens.
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Les Sybelles
310 km pistes · 68 lifts
France's fourth-largest ski area, with 310 km of pistes and 68 lifts spread across six villages in the Maurienne valley.
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Megeve
225 km pistes · 55 lifts
France's most glamorous ski resort with 225km of its own pistes, access to 445km across Evasion Mont-Blanc, and a food culture in a class of its own.
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Méribel
150 km pistes · 51 lifts
A charming village at the heart of Les 3 Vallées, with 600 km of pistes, great après-ski and skiing up to 2,952 metres.
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Morzine
120 km pistes · 49 lifts
Genuine Savoyard village at 1,000 metres in the Portes du Soleil, with 120 km of local pistes, 49 lifts and a gondola up to Avoriaz and 650 km in total.
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Pra-Loup
100 km pistes · 27 lifts
A sunny ski resort in the southern French Alps with 180km of pistes in Espace Lumière and over 300 sun days a year.
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Risoul
100 km pistes · 31 lifts
Sunny and family-friendly ski resort at 1,850 metres, linked to Vars in the Forêt Blanche ski area with 185km of pistes.
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Samoëns
140 km pistes · 64 lifts
Historic stonemasons' village in Haute-Savoie with access to Grand Massif and 265 km of pistes. Heritage and skiing in one place.
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Serre Chevalier
250 km pistes · 57 lifts
One of France's largest ski areas with 250 km of pistes, thirteen villages in the Guisane valley and plenty of sunshine in the Hautes-Alpes.
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Tignes
150 km pistes · 44 lifts
Tignes sits at 2,100 metres with glacier skiing up to 3,456 metres and 300 km of pistes in Espace Killy alongside Val d'Isère.
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Val Cenis
125 km pistes · 29 lifts
Peaceful twin village in the Haute Maurienne with 125 km of pistes, 29 lifts and 73 km of blue runs, a safe and affordable choice for families and beginners.
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Val d'Isère
150 km pistes · 42 lifts
A prestigious French classic at 1,850 metres, with challenging pistes and access to 300km in Espace Killy.
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Val Thorens
150 km pistes · 31 lifts
Europe's highest ski resort at 2,300 metres, with direct access to Les 3 Vallées and 600km of pistes.
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Valloire
160 km pistes · 31 lifts
Genuine French mountain village in Savoie at the foot of the Col du Galibier, with 160 km of pistes and 31 lifts in Galibier Thabor, shared with Valmeinier.
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Valmeinier
160 km pistes · 31 lifts
Peaceful French resort at 1,800 metres in the Maurienne valley with 160 km of pistes and 31 lifts in Galibier-Thabor, short queues and ski-in access.
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Valmorel
165 km pistes · 33 lifts
A charming, car-free mountain village in Savoie with 165km of pistes in the Grand Domaine. Family-friendly and easy to love.
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Ski holidays in the Alps
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Most in demand ahead of the season: ski holidays to Cervinia with snow-sure skiing up to 3,480 metres, the spa town of Bad Gastein in Ski Amadé and Arabba at the heart of the Dolomites' Sella Ronda.
Ski holidays in the Alps: a guide to 108 resorts
The Alps are the world's most popular ski destination, with something for everyone, from wide beginner slopes in Flachau to challenging off-piste in Ischgl and St. Anton. We have gathered 108 of the best ski resorts in Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland in one place, so you can easily compare and find your dream ski holiday. Accommodation and lift pass are always included in the price, and you arrange your own travel, by car via the Eurotunnel, by train or by a flight you book yourself.
Ski holidays in Austria
Austria is one of the two most popular destinations for British skiers. From family-friendly Flachau and Wagrain to advanced St. Anton and Ischgl, there is something for every level. Snow-sure resorts such as Obertauern (1,740 m) and Obergurgl (1,930 m) offer highly reliable conditions all season. See all ski resorts in Austria.
Ski holidays in France
France has the largest linked ski areas in the world and is the favourite of British skiers. Val Thorens in Les 3 Vallées (600 km of pistes) is Europe's highest ski resort. Chamonix below Mont Blanc attracts adventurous skiers, while La Plagne and Les Menuires suit families well. See all ski resorts in France.
Ski holidays in Italy
Italy offers fantastic skiing combined with great food and reasonable prices. Livigno tempts with duty-free shopping, and Canazei gives access to the vast Dolomiti Superski. Cortina d'Ampezzo, host city of the 2026 Winter Olympics, offers spectacular skiing in the Dolomites. See all ski resorts in Italy.
Ski holidays in Switzerland
Switzerland offers Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery. Grindelwald in the Jungfrau region offers skiing with the iconic Eiger as a backdrop. Zermatt below the Matterhorn and Verbier with its legendary freeride terrain attract skiers from all over the world. See all ski resorts in Switzerland.
Different kinds of ski holiday
There are ski holidays to suit every taste and budget. If you are looking for cheap ski holidays, resorts such as Flachau and Lofer offer great value for money. If you want parties and apres-ski, Ischgl and St. Anton are the right choice. Families with children feel at home in Wagrain and Maria Alm. If you are travelling at half term, Easter or New Year, we have dedicated guides for each. And if you find a good last-minute deal, you can save a lot of money.
When should you go?
The ski season in the Alps normally runs from December to April. January and February offer the best snow conditions and are high season. March brings longer days, spring snow and lower prices. High-altitude resorts such as Val Thorens, Obergurgl and Obertauern stay open until late April. When you book accommodation with us, the lift pass is included in the price, and you arrange your own travel by car, train or a flight you book yourself.
Piste maps
Plan your ski holiday with our piste maps. We have collected detailed piste maps for every resort, so you can see the runs, lifts and difficulty levels before you book.
Frequently asked questions about ski holidays in the Alps
January and February are high season with normally good snow, especially in resorts above 1,500 m. March is popular thanks to longer days, spring snow and lower prices. December suits those who want to travel before the Christmas rush. Lower-lying resorts such as Lofer and Maria Alm are less snow-sure and are best from December to February.
Austria is the largest and cheapest, with fantastic apres-ski and alpine culture. Italy (Livigno, Canazei) offers duty-free shopping and great food at lower prices. Switzerland (Grindelwald) is the most expensive, but has Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery. Together with France, Austria is the most popular choice for British skiers.
With us you book accommodation with the lift pass included in the price. Travel to and from the Alps, whether by car, train or plane, you arrange yourself. This gives you complete freedom to choose the way and time of travel that suits you best.
Flachau, Wagrain and Schladming in Austria are excellent for beginners and families, with wide, well-groomed pistes and good ski schools. Saalbach and Zell am See also have plenty of easy runs alongside the harder ones. Avoid Ischgl and St. Anton as a beginner, as they suit experienced skiers best.
Resorts above 1,500 metres are generally snow-sure from December to April. Ischgl (1,400 m), Obertauern (1,740 m) and Obergurgl (1,930 m) are among the most snow-sure in Austria. Most modern resorts have snow cannons that ensure good conditions even when natural snow is scarce.
No, it is almost always easier and cheaper to hire skis and boots in the resort. All major alpine resorts have a good choice of rental shops. We do recommend bringing your own helmet and ski clothing for better fit and hygiene.