Five European Resorts Where a Three-Day Ski Break Feels Like a Full Holiday
Ski weekends are a popular way to enjoy a quick break during winter. You’ll get to the resort, and get straight onto the slopes, packing in plenty of action into just a couple of days on the mountain.
And yet, it’s fair to say that certain resorts make a better match for a short break than others. When you have the facilities you need, it’s possible to enjoy more skiing in a weekend than you would in an entire week elsewhere.
So, which resorts make the most sense when you’re going for a ski weekend?
Val Thorens, France
What distinguishes this popular French resort is altitude. At Val Thorens, you’ll be able to enjoy a great experience, even very late in the season. The skiing area is vast, and the snow is reliable, which means that you’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you’ll actually be able to ski once you’ve arrived. Plus, most of the chalets here offer direct access to the slopes, which means that you won’t need to waste time walking from place to place.
Tignes, France
Another French resort, Tignes offers a similarly long season, as well as copious opportunities to enjoy yourself away from the slopes. With its bouncing atmosphere, Tignes has amazing nightlife to offer, which makes it a great choice if après-ski fun really matters to you. There’s also the appeal of the nearby Grande Motte glacier, which is sometimes available to ski during the summer months.
St. Anton, Austria
Experienced skiers might appreciate the considerable challenge that St. Anton’s most notorious runs have to offer. There’s also a distinctly Austrian feel to the village, which lends it a different vibe from its rivals elsewhere in Europe. If you’ve been on a number of ski trips before, then it might be time to test yourself at this amazing, unique location. The après-ski is legendary, too.
Cervinia, Italy
Visit this iconic resort, and you’ll rarely be out of sight of one of Europe’s most iconic peaks. The Matterhorn stands over Cervinia, offering every slope a sense of grandeur and scale. The slopes themselves tend to be broad and easygoing – which makes them a great match for the famously relaxed Italian hospitality.
Chamonix, France
Finally, we return to the French Alps. Chamonix has a reputation for being very expensive – but the investment in a holiday here tends to be rewarded with access to world-class slopes and world-class facilities.
The resort strikes a winning balance between outdoor adventure, authentic tradition, and cutting-edge tech. If you want to get maximum bang for your buck over the course of your trip, then Chamonix is an obvious choice.
By H. Harikan
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