Top 5 European ski resorts

You can’t write a list of the top European ski resorts without mentioning Val Thorens. Not only is it regularly voted as Europe’s best ski resort, it’s also frequently cited as one of the best in the world. With an altitude of 2,300m, the spectacular resort is the highest in Europe, meaning snow is pretty much guaranteed from November to May, and with 600km of runs, the variety is breath-taking. There’s the vast amount of red and blue runs, offering beginner and intermediate skiers endless opportunities to learn and improve, and then there’s the huge amount of off-piste opportunities on offer for more adventurous, experienced skiers. The purpose-built village has seen a facelift in the recent years, catering for the increase of a more affluent clientele, so there’s no shortage of nice bars, restaurants and hotels. But even with this influx of wealth, the town still has so much to offer for the younger generation who want to let off some steam with some après-ski – including Le Malaysia, the largest nightclub in the Alps.

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Nestled within the Grand Massif alongside Flaine, Morillon, Sixt, and Les Carroz, Samoëns offers a unique charm that captivates skiers for a lifetime. With 265 kilometers of north-facing slopes, this hidden gem beckons those seeking an authentic ski experience away from the tourist crowds. Unlike its bustling neighbors, Samoëns exudes a sense of home, with its traffic-free town center boasting local shops and markets that radiate warmth and charm. But it's the skiing that truly steals the show. Intermediate skiers flock to the renowned 14-kilometer Les Cascades blue run, while experts tackle the challenge of the Gers bowl, boasting 800 meters of untracked terrain. With its abundance of cozy bars and intimate atmosphere, Samoëns is the ideal retreat for those prioritising relaxation over nightlife, making it a haven for serious skiing enthusiasts.

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St Moritz is known for style, wealth and decadence, but under the surface of all that glitz and glamour is a ski park with endless on- and off-piste ski opportunities, both for the experienced and the beginner. The resort has been a favourite with the rich and famous for over a hundred years, and it’s not hard to see why. The beautiful scenery mixed with health and wellness, boutique shopping and high-end nightlife makes it an ideal location for jet-setters with deep pockets to experience a European ski weekend. If the A-list high-life doesn’t interest you, and you’d rather be hitting the slopes than sipping champagne, the ski-lifts and railway can whisk you onto the slopes in no time. You’ll find 218 miles of ski runs, catering for every level of difficulty. As well as being a great ski location, St Moritz is also a great place to experience a number of winter sports that you’d be pushed to find at other resorts. Most notably, the infamous Cresta Run, a 150-year-old toboggan known as the most thrilling ice run in the world, and the St Moritz-Celerina Olympic Bobrun, the oldest bobsleigh track in the world.

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