Which ski resorts in Europe should you choose? We recommend the 5 best, according to Luxury Boutique

November 27, 2021

The end of autumn is the perfect time to consider where to go for the upcoming ski season. Deciding which ski resort in Europe to choose isn't easy. The choice of ski resorts in Europe is vast, but due to ideal natural conditions, climate, and infrastructure, a few locations consistently dominate. Where to go skiing in the 2021/2022 season is a very individual decision. However, we'll try to help you make it.

5 ski resorts in Europe worth visiting:

Zermatt, Switzerland

Zermatt ski resort has a reputation as the best ski resort in the world, not only for its perpetual snowfall and unique environment with excellent terrain, but also for its comprehensive facilities and surrounding amenities. Numerous large hotels are located on both sides of the ski slope. All hotels have access to and from the ski slopes. Guests can take various cable cars up to the mountain and then descend back to the hotel along the slopes. The ski runs are very long, providing plenty of fun for ski enthusiasts.

351 km of ski slopes; 73 lifts; 26 chairlifts , 19 T-bar lifts, 28 gondola lifts

Val Gardena, Italy

A paradise for beginners and true world champions alike, enjoy the longest ski slope in South Tyrol. Val Gardena in the Dolomites offers stunning ski slopes and is ideal for families with children. The ski resort is part of the world-famous Dolomiti Superski, which connects 12 ski resorts. It's an excellent base for beginners and families, allowing children to take their first steps on skis. The picturesque village of Selva Val Gardena Dolomiti also offers access to the Sellaronda resort, guaranteeing an unforgettable skiing experience on the Sella peak. In Val Gardena, you can try skiing on the longest ski slope in South Tyrol, "La Longia," which is over 10 km long.

115 km of ski slopes; 80 lifts; 10 km the longest ski slope in South Tyrol

Chamonix, France

Chamonix Mont-Blanc is a small town in southeastern France, nestled at an altitude of 1,024 meters in the Alps at the foot of Mont Blanc. The town's population is around 10,000, but Chamonix receives an average of 5 million visitors annually. The 16-kilometer-long valley has everything a skier needs: five ski resorts, the steepest slopes in the world, and a vibrant town offering entertainment not only during the day but also after skiing. The Aiguille du Midi cable car, the highest peak in the Chamonix ski resort at the foot of Mont Blanc, rises almost three kilometers above the clouds. On clear days, the Alps are clearly visible.

94 km of ski slopes; 16chairlifts; 9 T-bar lifts; 11 gondolas

St. Moritz, Switzerland

A favorite destination for many skiing enthusiasts, St. Moritz can also be called the cradle of winter sports. St. Moritz (original spelling) is not just a ski resort; it is considered the birthplace of alpine winter tourism. This place has always been ahead of its time, as one of the first cable cars in the Alps began operating in St. Moritz. This also gave birth to the winter tourism industry there. St. Moritz is located approximately 200 km from Zurich, the nearest international airport.

155 km of ski slopes; 24 ski lifts; 6.5 km longest slope

Lech, Austria

The spa town gained popularity in the last century, when annual biathlon competitions were held in the area. Lech is the cradle of ski holidays in the Alps; the resort is constantly being modernized, with new slopes being built, existing ones being expanded, and snow parks and tubing tracks being built. Lech is an expensive and luxurious ski resort, beloved by many celebrities and members of the Austrian aristocracy. Lech's restaurants offer exclusive traditional mountain cuisine. There is also a concert hall where guests can enjoy performances by world-famous stars.

302 km of ski slopes; 88 lifts; 9 km longest slope

Tomasz Koczot, Luxury Boutique