One of life’s greatest joys and a genuinely unique way to encounter a another culture is to travel to ski. Even if we are from different countries, we can all connect via the common language of skiing, which is spoken anywhere there is snow and some mountains. Let’s just say that the long trek is well worth it if you have never gone skiing in Europe. Hey, the people in the Alps have practically mastered the art of managing a ski resort, and they invented modern skiing over there.
Here is a shortlist (in no particular order) of 15 must-see ski destinations in Europe, out of thousands of ski areas in nations like Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, and even more exotic locations like Greece and Norway.
A Few Remarks on Skiing in Europe
The majority of ski resorts in Europe are not as independent as those in North America. Rather, they are typically a group of ski lifts operated by private firms or by the ski towns and villages themselves. Because of this, a lot of them are connected, which makes it simple to ski from one resort to another. Just make sure you buy the appropriate ski pass for the destination.
Benefit from the fact that ski lift tickets are typically far less expensive than in North America!
Compared to North America, avalanche management and on-mountain safety are much less stringent. If you decide to leave groomed runs, you are on your own, so if you plan to spend the day skiing in the backcountry, be ready for that. If you don’t know where you might be going, it’s a good idea to hire a local guide. Don’t miss out on the incredible après and mountain-town culture in the Alps. Alpine cuisine from Italy, Austria, Switzerland, and France is incredibly excellent, and the majority of mountain towns have fantastic eateries and bars that cater to skiers.
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