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Many people want to relax and go skiing in Europe. And it’s not surprising: is it bad to combine active recreation with pleasant walks through unique European villages and famous cultural places? And it turns out that for this it is not necessary to visit expensive ski resorts. After all, countries like Bulgaria can also boast of Alpine peaks. At the same time, holidays there are cheaper than at the most economical ski resorts in Austria and Germany. In addition, you can go skiing and snowboarding on a budget in Slovenia, Romania and the Czech Republic.

Ski resorts in Bulgaria: prices

For most tourists, Bulgaria is associated with beach holiday. But nature rewarded it not only with sea coasts, but also mountainous terrain, spreading its network of massifs and ridges over almost half of the country’s territory. The Balkans, with a height not exceeding 3 thousand meters, have created excellent conditions for the development of ski tourism in southwestern Bulgaria.

Particularly popular ski resorts in Bulgaria are: And . The latter is the most prestigious and oldest Bulgarian ski resort.

	Bansko	Borovets
Location	at the foot of the Pirin Mountains 12 km from Bansko	northern slopes Rila Mountains, at the foot of Mount Musala, 72 km from the capital
Ski pass, adult/child	3 days – 95/55 euros 6 days – 160/94 euros	3 days – 100/75 euros 6 days – 160/94 euros
Ski season	December – May	November-March
	16 tracks, over 70 km	24 tracks, 58 km
Difficulty of trails	4 green, 3 blue, 7 red, 2 black	3 black, 18 red, 3 blue
Height difference	1810 m	1323-2540 m
Number of lifts	24	14
Services	ski schools, kindergarten, parking, skating rink, spa	more than 200 instructors, the best schools, skating rink, cross-country ski track, snowmobiles, sleigh rides, helicopter rides,
	Near the tracks – 70 euros, in the city center – 20-25 euros	30-50 euros

1. If you love active recreation in nature, but cannot live without big cities, then the Vitosha ski resort will be the best option for you. It is somewhat smaller than Pamporovo, but is located only 10 km from the capital Sofia and is its pride.
2. For those who like very mild winters, the best option is. Here the average winter temperature is -3 degrees.
3. For a trip to all Bulgarian resorts, it is better to choose February or March, since the rest of the time there are still problems with snow.

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Ski resorts in Romania: prices

Romania is an unspoiled European country, known throughout the world as the birthplace of the father of all vampires, Count Dracula. Despite this background, it is a very friendly country with beautiful nature, which made it possible to organize several ski resorts. A third of the territory of Romania is occupied by the Carpathians. In total, there are almost 20 ski resorts in the country. Some of the most popular are ski resorts in Romania such as , Predeal.

	Poiana Brasov	Predeal
Location	the foot of Mount Postevaru, 13 km from Brastovo, 167 km from Bucharest	Prahova Valley, 147 km from Bucharest
Ski pass, adult/child	for 6 days – 68/39 euros	passes are issued for the number of climbs: 30 climbs -17/10 euros
Ski season	December-mid March	December-March
Number and length of trails	12 tracks, 14 km	10 trails, 8.5 km
Difficulty of trails	5 blue, 3 red, 4 black	1 green, 3 blue, 4 red, 2 black
Height difference	1020-1800 m	1060-1500 m
Number of lifts	10	10
Services	mineral water, medical procedures, artificial skating rinks, riding centers, ski school and kindergarten, 2 jumps	riding centers and artificial skating rink, snow cannons
Accommodation, average price behind Single Room	25-45 euros	30-50 euros

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1. Special conditions Predeal resort allows you to ski even in summer.
2. From Poiana Brasti you can go on an excursion to Count Dracula's Castle (Bran Castle).
3. An attractive feature of the entire network of ski resorts in Romania is their location on the same line, which makes it easy to move from one resort to another.
4. Also, all resorts have direct road and rail connections to Bucharest.

Ski resorts in the Czech Republic: prices

In addition to excursion and health tours, the hospitable Czech Republic offers tourists the opportunity to actively winter holiday for reasonable money. Gentle slopes and fairly stable weather make holidays in the Czech Republic a pleasant pastime for lovers of not particularly extreme skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding and active rest family.

The main ski resorts in the Czech Republic include Harrachov andRokytnice nad Jizerou.

	Rokytnice nad Jizerou	Harrachov
Location	Valley mountain range Beskids, at the foot of Lysa Gora	Valley of the Mumlawa River, on the border with Poland
Ski pass, adult	1 day – 19 euros 7 days – 110 euros	1 day – 15 euros 6 days – 82 euros
Ski season	December – end of February	December-April
Number and length of trails	18 tracks, 18 km	8 trails, 9 km
Difficulty of trails	9 blue, 7 red, 1 black	5 blue, 2 red, 1 black
Height difference	540-1600	650-1020
Number of lifts	28	15
Services	Trail lighting, instructors, children's tracks, running tracks, snow cannons	Springboards, special ski simulators for beginners, ski school, evening lighting
Accommodation, average price for a single room	18-20 euros – hotels, apartments – from 20 euros euros	20-50 euros per hotel room

Helpful information

1. Near the famous Karlovy Vary is the Ore Mountains ski resort.
2. Most resorts, including those described above, are located on the territory of the Krkonose National Park, which means tourists can spend time in an ecologically clean area not only with pleasure, but also with health benefits.
3. In Harrachov you can ski all year round.

Ski resorts in Slovenia: prices

Situated in the Julian Alps, Slovenia has become one of the excellent options for ski and snowboard lovers who want to save money, but enjoy the skiing and service. The ski resorts of this country have recently begun to be in demand among Russian citizens. Among the leaders in popularity are the following: Kranjska Gora and Maribor Pohorje.

	Kranjska Gora	Maribor Pohorje
Location	Valley on the border with Italy and Austria, 65 km from Ljubljana airport	6 km from the city of Maribor, 147 km from the airport in Ljubljana
Ski pass, adult/child	1 day – 28/18 euros 6 days – 147/94 euros	6 days – 158/72 euros
Ski season	December - mid March	December-March
Number and length of trails	21 routes, 31 km	23 routes, 64 km
Difficulty of trails	13 blue, 6 red, 2 black	20 blue, 35 red, 5 black
Height difference	785-1623 m	336-1347 m
Number of lifts	23	20
Services	illuminated slopes, toboggan runs, ski schools, snow cannons, ice skating rink, horse riding	thermal centre, toboggan run, artificial snowmaking, kindergarten and ski school, 5 km illuminated piste
Accommodation, average price for a single room	35-55 euros	50-130 euros

Helpful information

1. In Kranjska Gorka, the ski pass for low and high seasons is the same.
2. Mariborg Pogorje is the largest resort and is also perfect for those who do not like to leave for a long time big cities.
3. The closest resort to the airport is Krvavec. It is only 10 km away from Ljubljana.
4. The highest mountain is Bovec, on whose territory there is the famous Kanin peak with a height of 2548 m.

Ski resorts in Serbia: prices

This one is small European country attracts tourists with its history and excursion program. And busy mountain ranges the southern part allows you to combine cultural program with active winter recreation at the ski resorts of Serbia.

The most popular ski resort in Serbia is Kopaonik.

Helpful information

1. While relaxing in Kopaonik, you can visit the ancient monasteries: Studenica, Zicha, Sopocani.
2. On the territory of Serbia is the highest mountain town in Europe, Zabljak, which houses a resort of the same name for skiers and snowboarders.
3. Today, the youngest ski resort in Serbia, Stara Planina, is rapidly developing, perfect even for extreme sports.

In conclusion, the following conclusions can be drawn:

• Ski Europe doesn't always mean very high prices for a vacation (ski pass for 6 days does not reach 180 euros);
• Almost all inexpensive ski resorts are located in Eastern Europe, which makes the road to them cheaper;
Interesting too

Ski holidays are in full swing, and therefore it’s time to decide on new destinations for an active winter holiday.

Take a look at the best ski resorts in Europe for the 2020 season, where holidays are suitable for both beginners and professional skiers and snowboarders:

# 1 Alpe d'Huez(Alpe D'Huez) | France

Alpe d'Huez is the largest ski resort in the French Alps. Located at an altitude of 1860 to 3330 meters above sea level, the resort belongs to the territory of the commune Yuez department Iser, and is located 63 kilometers from Grenoble.

Alpe-du'ez, France

Having first started its work in 1936, Alpe d'Huez and to this day represents real paradise for lovers of snow holidays.

The resort belongs to part of the mountain range Le Grand Rousse and has a special microclimate with maximum sunshine of more than 300 clear days a year. For that Alpe d'Huez often call "Sunny Island".

Alpe-du'ez, France| The best ski resorts in Europe 2020

At the height of the winter season Alpe d'Huez is one of the most visited ski resorts in Europe. It is also one of the few resorts in the world where lifts operate with a height difference of more than 2000 meters.

Alpe-du'ez, France| The best ski resorts in Europe 2020

Track area Alpe d'Huez is more than 30,000 hectares, the total length of ski routes is more than 240 kilometers, and one of the tracks is "Sarenna"- 16 kilometers long, it is the longest in Europe and runs through a tunnel. From the highest point of the resort - Pica Blanca- an exceptional panorama opens up and National Park Screen.

It is curious that from March 14 to March 21, 2020, on the territory of the resort Alpe d'Huez the famous music festival will take place - Tommorrowland.

# 2

Avoriaz | France

In the middle of the Alpine peaks at an altitude of 1800 meters is located one of the best family winter resorts Europe - Avorya, or as it is popularly called in the Russian-speaking environment - Avoriaz.

The upscale ski resort consists of five villages located in the Chablais region, between Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva. Avoriaz is part of the famous Portes du Soleil ski area, and provides vacationers with 150 kilometers of slopes with elevation differences from 1100 to 2777 meters, as well as 2 snowparks, a freestyle superpipe and 45 kilometers of cross-country ski trails .

Since its founding in the 1960s, Avorija has developed as an eco-friendly resort, which is why traffic is still prohibited there road transport. Only horse-drawn carriages move along the streets and highways.

Vacationers can enjoy snowshoeing and dog sledding, motor sleigh rides and snowmobiles, ski touring, an ice skating rink, bowling alley, billiards, sports Complex with a gym, saunas, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, squash room, restaurants, bars, shops, disco, nightclubs, video bar, karaoke, cinema and much more.

# 3

Val Thorens(Val Thorens) | France

Situated at an altitude of 2300 meters, Val Thorens is the highest resort in Europe and part of one of the largest ski areas in the world - Three Valleys.

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The ski resort is located in the department of Savoie in the commune Saint Martin de Belleville. Total length of tracks Three Valleys is more than 600 kilometers, all of which are interconnected. Besides ski slopes, there are also 17 cross-country ski trails, a snowpark and facilities for skiing such as halfpipe and boardercross.

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Resort Val Thorens has a modern infrastructure and is located literally at the intersection of the ski slopes, which allows you to immediately put on your skis at the exit from the hotel, and after skiing, drive up to the very threshold of the residence.

Val Thorens, France| The best ski resorts in Europe 2020

Year after year Val Thorens takes first place in the ranking of the best ski resorts in Europe and the world according to various versions.

# 4

Livigno | Italy

The Livigno ski area covers 115 km ski slopes with a height difference from 1800 to 2900 meters.

In total, in the resort, in addition to the freeride zone, there are 12 black, 37 red and 27 blue trails, which are interconnected by 6 cable cars, 14 chairlifts and 11 lifts.

In Livigno, the snow season starts very early and ends quite late, allowing skiing or snowboarding from autumn to late spring.

Youth Livigno resort also famous for its après-ski events. Local parties with friends will become the best way end an active day.

# 5

La Plagne| France

La Plagne is a ski resort with a 50-year history, located in the French Alps at altitudes between 1250 and 3250 meters above sea level.

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The resort includes 128 ski slopes of various levels, with a total length of more than 200 kilometers, all of which are connected by a network of 110 lifts. The length of the longest route in the resort is 15 kilometers.

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In addition to the ski slopes, the resort La Plagne It has a big air and halfpipe, a boardercross area, a slalom stadium and one of the best Olympic bobsleigh tracks in the world.

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For lovers of other types of active recreation, the resort has skating rinks, a significant number of routes for hiking, tennis courts, fitness centers and much more.

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In the resort's recreation area La Plagne there are many cozy bars and several cinemas and nightclubs, as well as many shops and boutiques.

# 6

Cortina d'Ampezzo| Italy

Cortina d'Ampezzo - or simply Cortina - is the most famous mountain resort Italy. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery Dolomites Cortina in winter is a destination for skiers and snow lovers.

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In 1956, the resort hosted the Winter Olympic Games, which made Cortina one of the most popular ski destinations in the Alps.

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Today, the resort continues to host some of the world's biggest sporting events, with the 2021 Alpine Ski World Championships and the 2026 Winter Olympics expected to take place.

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Vacationers are offered 120 km of trails of different levels: from beginner trails to women's World Cup trails.

# 7

Zermatt| Switzerland

One of the best and most beautiful ski resorts in Europe, Zermatt is one of those places that you should visit at least once in your life.

Zermatt, Switzerland| The best ski resorts in Europe 2020

Situated at the foot of the Matterhorn mountain, the resort literally mesmerizes with its breathtaking panorama of the Alpine mountains, and the vast slopes with 360 kilometers of slopes attract not only winter skiing enthusiasts, but also connoisseurs of pleasant walks and active mountaineering.

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Zermatt, Switzerland

# 8

Saint-François-Lonchamp| France

Ski resort Saint-François-Lonchamp located at altitudes between 1450 and 1650 meters above sea level and surrounded on several sides by massive mountain ranges.

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The resort offers excellent active winter recreation for visitors of any age and skill level.

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In addition to skiing, dog sledding and sledding are also popular here, and for relaxation there is an entire balneotherapy center with many thermal baths.

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Ski area Saint-François-Lonchamp connected to the area of ​​another interesting French resort Valmorel, forming together with it a 165-kilometer area of ​​ski slopes called Le Grand Domaine.

# 9

St. Moritz| Switzerland

St. Moritz is one of the most luxurious ski resorts in Europe.

St. Moritz, Switzerland| The best ski resorts in Europe 2020

The variety of events and activities in St. Moritz is unique. The festival is held here Art Masters St. Moritz, horse racing White Turf and jazz festival Festival da Jazz, which attract tourists from all over the world.

And of course, the resort is perfect for the most demanding skiers and snowboarders, thanks to its first-class service and breathtaking scenery.

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# 10

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains| France

Over the past few years, the ski resort Saint Gervais significantly updated the appearance of its classic, while maintaining the unique charm of the French village.

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The resort belongs to the third largest ski area in France - the region.

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In winter in Saint Gervais many available active entertainment, including the possibility of evening and night skiing.

# 11

Saalbach-Hinterglemm | Austria

Resort Saalbach-Hinterglemm is the largest ski resort in Austria, with a length of slopes of more than 270 kilometers.

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In 1991, the 31st World Alpine Ski Championships took place here.

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The resort has 70 lifts and 50 cozy restaurant huts serving food local cuisine. In addition to traditional skiing along the slopes, on slopes Saalbach-Hinterglemm also quite popular.

# 12

Kitzbühel| Austria

Kitzbühel is one of the most famous and popular winter resorts not only in Austria, but also all the Alps.

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IN Kitzbühel A wonderful combination of classic Tyrolean country houses and designer boutiques from international brands.

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One of the slopes of the resort - Hahnenkamm- is the traditional venue for competitions as part of the annual Ski World Cup.

IN summer season major tennis tournaments take place here, such as ATP Challenger And Austrian Open Cup, and since 1988 the resort has become home to the annual festival of ancient - Kitzbüheler Alpenrally.

# 13

Gstaad| Switzerland

Located at the junction of four mountain regions 80 kilometers from Bern, Gstaad is one of the most prestigious winter resorts in the world, which is loved by big stars, movie stars and even kings of states.

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Throughout the year, Gstaad hosts numerous sporting events, including beach volleyball tournaments and an international polo tournament. Hublot Polo Gold Cup and open tennis tournament Allianz Suisse Open Gstaad. At the same time, the resort is a popular place for various musical events.

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Switzerland's most prestigious private school regularly moves to Gstaad during the winter season Institut Le Rosey, called the "school of kings".

# 14

Baqueira-Beret | Spain

Located in the heart of the Pyrenees, Baqueira is one of the largest and best ski resorts in Spain. You can get there from Barcelona in about 4 hours by car, following the surrounded waterfalls.

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The resort consists of three large ski areas: Baqueira, Beret And Bonaigua. Thus, in Baqueira you can enjoy excellent skiing on classic ski slopes of any difficulty, while Beret offers wide tracks with gentle slopes that will appeal to beginners and lovers of other outdoor activities, such as cross-country skiing or sledding and dog sledding.

The Bonaigua area, in turn, is perfect for both experienced skiers and beginners. There are more than 500 “guns” located throughout the valleys, which help keep all the trails in excellent condition, regardless of the amount of snow that has fallen.

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Resort Baqueira has three children's parks, as well as one best schools skiing, which employs more than 200 instructors teaching all types of winter disciplines: from heli-skiing to halfpipe.

In the valley Baqueira-Beret Members of the royal family and even the President of Spain often prefer to spend their time. The ski season here lasts from December to April.

# 15

Ore [Åre]| Sweden

One of the largest and highest quality ski resorts in Northern Europe, Ore — Jämtland. The resort offers some of the best conditions for active winter holidays in Europe, from skiing on snow-covered slopes to extreme adventures like heli-skiing.

The total length of the slopes of the Åre resort is almost 100 kilometers, all of which are connected by 40 lifts.

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In 2007, the resort hosted the World Ski Championships, and already in 2009 it was named the winner of the competition for the world's best winter resorts according to the British magazine.

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All Alpine resorts can be divided into several groups. It is clear that this division is arbitrary, since everyone has their own selection criteria (for some, for example, only nightclubs are important).

Mountain resorts- some of them are also historical. Vivid examples of such resorts are the French Chamonix or the Swiss Saas-Fee. Such resorts in summer are the abode of climbers and tourists from all over the world. Thermal spas- such as Leukerbad in Switzerland or Bad Gastein in Austria. Of course, such resorts also have rich history, since they originated as “mountain water resorts” at a time when alpine skiing had not yet been heard of. “Pure” ski resorts with piste skiing- in many cases these are mountain villages or towns, next to which there are slopes suitable for mass skiing. And the more slopes there are, the more intensively such resorts developed. Such are, for example, the Austrian Schladming and resorts near Innsbruck or the Italian Cortina d'Ampezzo. But next to freeride resorts There may be few prepared slopes and pistes, but the opportunities for off-piste skiing are enormous. In fact, there are very few such resorts; only the French La Grave is widely known. Much more resorts like San Anton, where there are many pistes and off-piste skiing with convenient access to the slopes is simply gorgeous. And there is more small towns and villages with several highways. There are many such resorts, and their names may not even be mentioned on the Russian Internet! And do you know why? There is simply no place there for Russian lovers of skiing and snowboarding. No, don’t think that they don’t like us in such places - on the contrary, we have been convinced of this more than once from our own experience: hospitable hosts, a warm welcome, an invitation to dinner, a sincere interest in the people of Russia - everything is excellent. It’s wonderful to relax and ski here.

The fact is that such regions are simply not interesting to our tour operators - their services local residents are not needed, since all the sleeping places are during the peak season - Christmas and New Year, and without intermediaries they sell like hot cakes; the lion's share of vacationers here are residents of the same country.

What attracts European skiers to such places? After all, there are no hundreds of kilometers of pistes, no glaciers, no ultra-modern, ultra-fast ski lifts, no large and loud bars and discos, no streets with shops - none of what is valued by many lovers of winter recreation in the mountains.

Most likely, such cozy places attract many skiers with the opportunity have a relaxing holiday with children or friends in a not too crowded place. Fifty to one hundred kilometers of calm (mostly “blue” and “red”) trails are enough to have a great winter holiday. As elsewhere in the Alps, these resorts offer ice skating and cross-country skiing, training slopes, toboggan or sled runs, and snowshoeing. And there is always some kind of highlight that is characteristic of this particular place - a hunting trail for those who hunt with a bow and arrow, or a unique ski pass, a spa center or a local attraction, a cheese factory or old castle…

Our story is about several such resorts.

There are two connected ski areas - Helm (Monte Elmo) and Rotwand (Croda Rossa), with a total length of pistes in the two regions of 93 km. Of course, there are training tracks and slopes, but this region is mainly for skiers and good skiers - wherever you can go to the very bottom (and there are three such places), lower routes- black. I’m being cunning: in one place the black one goes around the blue one. But with such excellent snow conditions, blacks do not pose any difficulties even for intermediate skiers. In the morning it is better to ride on Helm - it is sunny here, and in the afternoon or coffee - on Rotwand.

There is no freeride in Sesto at all; the main charm of this region, like many other small resorts, is high-speed skiing on trails laid in a dense coniferous forest.

There are few people in the entire region, and the trails are prepared just perfectly. It seemed to us that, unlike other small regions, Sesto has more red and black slopes. Moreover, on Rotwand - Croda Rossa there is officially the steepest track in Italy. Steep, tough, smooth, deserted - for lovers of such trails it’s just a treat.

In the village next to Sesto - Moos (1 km by ski bus), the Sport Kurhotel Bad Moos has a wonderful spa complex with wellness specialists, saunas and other amenities. Prices by Moscow standards are very soft. You just need to take into account that specialists in massage, stones, hay, etc., begin work around 1 pm, and you need to sign up in advance. From this hotel to the track and the ski lift are 10 meters.

In Sesto itself there is a small cheese factory with a store - if you like the freshest and very tasty cheese, you should definitely visit it. There is a long toboggan run right along the ski slopes - take a ride, it's really cool.

Prices in the region are relatively low. The fact is that Sesto is not only a little-known resort, but also a kind of “disputed” territory since the First World War, so the Italian authorities do not raise issues of tighter taxation.

You can get here by train, although the logistics will not be too simple (transfers and travel time). It's better to rent a car.

Monte Rosa, Aosta Valley, Italy

In fact, there are three valleys in this region - Gressoney, Alagna-Valsesia and Ayas, which are connected by routes with a total length of about 150 km. There are small towns (more like villages) in all three valleys. In the Ayas Valley there is the town of Champoluc, in Gressoney - Gressoney Saint Jean, Gressoney la Trinite and Stafal, in Alanya - Alanya.

It's very beautiful up there. The Monte Rosa massif consists of four thousand meters, and the panoramas from the upper lift stations offer magnificent views. But the main thing is skating. In addition to pistes of all difficulty levels, there is excellent off-piste skiing, and in many places you can ski parallel to prepared pistes, which is very convenient for a group of friends with different skiing levels.

Another highlight of Monte Rosa - with the exception of the Italian period New Year holidays, here the slopes are almost empty, but fresh off-piste snow is “painted” in a few days, and not hours, as at famous resorts. There is even heli-skiing (based in the Ayas Valley), which is very rare in Europe. This area is prone to avalanches, so you need to be especially careful when skiing off-piste.

In terms of difficulty of skiing, Alanya is in first place, skiing on the slopes of the Gressoney Valley is somewhat easier (and more varied), and the most comfortable slopes are in Ayas. Regarding accommodation, the opposite is true: the largest selection of après-ski, restaurants and children's schools is in Champoluc, there is a storage room under the ski lift here - a “deposit” - you leave your skis and boots to dry. The choice of restaurants and bars in Gressoney and Alanya is limited, the towns are small. But in Gressoney la Trinite, skiing is “from the door”. Saint Jean is located further down the valley; you will have to take a bus to get to the ski lift.

The biggest problem here is that there is a chance of going down too late “to the wrong valley”, after which you will have to either use a taxi (which will be expensive) or spend the night in one of the hotels - to get from valley to valley without skis, you need to travel a couple of hundred kilometers.

The closest way to get here is from Turin (just over 100 km). To Champoluc by train to Verres station, to Gressoney to Point Saint Martin station, then in both cases by bus or taxi.

Flachau, Salzburgerland, Austria

A small town at a low altitude. In fact, there are several ski areas connected by buses or trails nearby: Flachau, Flachauwinkl, Radstadt, Altenmarkt, Wagrain, Zauchensee, and any of them can be quickly reached without a car. Each resort has several tens of kilometers of trails, most of which are blue and red. There is a large stash park in Flachauwinkle, as well as parks and serious tracks where World Cup competitions take place. If you wish, you can send your children (or even study yourself) to the school of the famous Hermann Mayer (in Flachau) or the world champion Michael Walchhofer in Zauchensee.

Almost all the trails in this region are laid in the forest and protected from the wind. All resorts are perfectly suited for families with children, but there are no large spa centers here, although some hotels (for example, Zauchensee Central) have swimming pools. So if you want to diversify your skiing with a holiday in a big aquatic center, you will need to go to the Gasteinertal valley (by car - less than an hour).

In the evening you can walk through the tiny village - as everywhere else, shops alternate with bars and restaurants, or take a ride along the toboggan track. And after skiing you can go to Altenmarkt - a nice town that looks like an old resort. Don't miss the cafe here in the center, on the meander main street- The coffee is excellent there.

The easiest way to get here is from Salzburg (you can take the train to Radstadt, and then by taxi or bus), but it’s also not far from Munich.

This secluded ski resort is located 120 km from Innsbruck. Nauders has perfectly prepared pistes for all levels of skiing. What is especially attractive is the wide, perfectly visible ski area in “blue and red colors”, which turns into black high-speed or comfortable amateur slopes. It’s convenient to ride here with children or a group - it’s impossible to get lost.

In addition to wide open trails, there are also picturesque ones, hidden in a coniferous forest, where off-piste skiers also have a place to ride.

As an alternative leisure activity, Nauders has an excellent 8 km long toboggan run. Driving with a group is an unforgettable pleasure, and the children are simply delighted. Nauders is generally perfect for families with children; for the little ones there is a children's area, for those older - interesting park with springboards of varying difficulty. If you wish, you can find a Russian-speaking instructor.

A large restaurant with delicious cuisine and reasonable prices right in the center of the mountain provides free Wi-Fi.

You can live in Nauders itself or nearby towns. The ski area is located at a level of 1,400-2,850 m, but getting to the resort is very comfortable, the road is quite flat, without steep serpentines. We easily got there without chains even in the heaviest snowfall, while, for example, Samnaun, which is only 23 km away, is simply impossible to get there.

By the way, Nauders is located on the border three countries: Austria, Switzerland and Italy. If you want to change the atmosphere, you can visit the ski resorts of these countries; the journey will take you from half an hour to an hour and a half. Nearest resorts: Samnaun (Switzerland), Serfaus (Austria), Livigno (Italy). Each of the resorts has its own charm, for example, Samnaun - combined with the Austrian Ischgl largest resort, is also a duty-free zone.

And finally: just 90 km away is the famous thermal complex Aqua Dome, not far from Sölden. After skating for a week, visit this establishment and give your tired body a day off.

The closest way to get here is from Innsbruck Airport, however, air tickets to Munich may be cheaper.

Each person has his own idea about perfect holiday. While some dream of relaxation, others dream of active sports. For those who are tired of everyday work and want to relax in a calm environment, a warm holiday would be an excellent solution. sea ​​coast with bright sun and palm trees. But for bored residents who want to cheer up, get adrenaline and vivid impressions, the most best place There will be a ski resort for recreation. The best ski resorts in Europe will be discussed in this article.

Val Thorens

Winter resort Val Thorens is located in the east of France in the Savoie department, which has the most mountainous terrain in the entire country. The station is located at an altitude of 2 kilometers 300 meters, which made it possible to classify it as the highest mountain skiing area.

Val Thorens is located in one of the most extensive areas for skiing, called the Three Valleys, with a total length of routes of about 600,000 meters. All of them are combined into one system using 183 lifts. The resort also has 17 cross-country ski routes and a snow park. Huge opportunities are also opening up for fans of new sports disciplines such as ski halfpipe and snowboard cross.

Advantages:

• the location of the hotels allows vacationers to put on their skis right from the doorstep, since they are all located almost at the intersection of the slopes;
• This is not the first year that it has been listed in leading positions in the ratings of top ski resorts.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Alpe d'Huez

The resort is located in the Alps, its altitude varies between 1860 - 3330 m. And it belongs to the Isère region. Alpe d'Huez is located near Grenoble - the distance between them is about 63 kilometers.

From the very first days of its opening, which took place in 1936, the Alpine resort has been one of the most favorite places for vacationers who prefer an active lifestyle and snowy landscapes. Location of Alpe d'Huez on mountain system Le Grand Rousse allows travelers to call the resort " Sunny Island", since the sun shines brightly here for at least 300 days a year.

In winter alpine resort is one of the most frequently visited European ski areas. Alpe d'Huez boasts a system of lifts that operate at altitudes that are more than 2 kilometers apart. Only a few resorts from all over the world have such indicators.

The highest point of the Alpe d'Huez is the Pic Blanc, from here you can fully enjoy the alpine landscape, as well as the view National Park Screen.

The total length of the resort's ski slopes is 240 kilometers, which spread over an area of ​​30,000 hectares. The longest ski route in Europe is Sarenna, which passes through a tunnel. The length of this route is 16 kilometers.

Advantages:

• excellent lift system, which is convenient for vacationers;
• long routes.

Flaws:

• not detected.

The resort appeared more than half a century ago and is also located in the Alps. Its height ranges from 1250 to 3250 m.

The total length of the ski routes is more than 200,000 meters, which consist of 128 tracks, the longest of which is a fifteen-kilometer ski track. All routes with the help of 110 lifts form one single system.

The resort is equipped with a huge number of areas for lovers of various sports. These include snowparks with highpipe and big air, boardercross, slalom stadium, skating rinks, walking routes, tennis courts, fitness classes and much more. And the La Plagne Olympic bobsleigh track is one of the most ideal in the world.
The resort area is equipped with the most modern infrastructure. Here you can go to the cinema, bar, night club. For shopping lovers, the resort has a huge number of boutiques and small shops.

Advantages:

• zones for fans of various sports;
• the most perfect track in the world.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Saint-François-Lonchamp

The resting place is located at an altitude between 1450-1650 m above sea level. Its territory is surrounded in several places by mountain ranges.

Holidays in Saint-François-Lonchamp are suitable for almost all age categories of tourists with any level of training.
The resort has gained enormous popularity not only skiing, but also dog sledding and sleigh riding. And the most popular relaxing services were thermal baths in the balneotherapeutic center.

Saint-François-Lonchamp is connected to another resort - Valmorel. Their total skiing area is 165 kilometers, and it is called Le Grand Domaine.

Advantages:

• suitable for almost all age categories with any level of training;
• additional relaxation services.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Architecture of Saint-Gervais last years noticeably updated. However, the appearance of the resort still has the unique charm of a French village.

The ski resort belongs to the Mont Blanc region, which ranks third in terms of ski area in the country. It is located in the southeast of France.

During the winter, Saint Gervais offers tourists a range of snow active sports and activities. Moreover, skiing here is allowed even at night.

Advantages:

• third largest ski area in the country;
• There are many kinds of active sports and entertainment.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Megève

It’s not for nothing that France is called the most romantic country - the Megève ski resort offers the most picturesque and attractive panorama. Its territory is located in the mountains, the height of which reaches 2500 meters. Spruce and fir trees grow in the resort area, which give this place a special charm.

Megève has three ski areas, each of them fascinating in its own way, so it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to choose your favorite. The ski resort will great holiday for the whole family, not only due to the variety of entertainment, but also because of its tranquility.

Advantages:

• gorgeous panoramas;
• all kinds of active sports.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Chamonix

Almost all the best winter resorts are located in this country. These include Chamonix, which has its own unique charm. The resort is one of the most famous and oldest in the country. A memorable historical event took place here in 1924 - the Olympic Games.

Due to the fact that Chamonix is ​​located on Mont Blanc, whose height reaches more than 4 kilometers, the ski slopes here are the longest. The length of some of them is 20 kilometers. The most difficult route has a steep descent of 3 kilometers. To overcome it you will need a lot of skiing experience.

Many tourists choose this ski resort, thanks to which its attendance is more than 5,000,000 people per year. Chamonix is ​​distinguished by its stable, even snow cover and ski slopes of varying degrees of difficulty. Both athletes with many years of experience and children who can’t even stand on skis will feel great here.

The location of the resort allows vacationers to visit not only France, but also Italy and Switzerland, since some slopes are in their possession.

The ski season of all resorts in France begins in December and lasts until April.

Advantages:

• the longest ski slopes;
• all kinds of active sports for adults and children.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Ski resort in Georgia

Georgian Gudauri

The resort is considered relatively young, but it is developing very quickly and is gaining increasing popularity among vacationers from all over the world. Gudauri is located at an altitude of 2196 m and has a length of trails of about 16,000 meters. You can take elevators to the top of the mountain, which is 3 km high. A magnificent panorama opens up from here.

Thanks to the Austrians, the recreation area was equipped with modern technical equipment. The ski season here lasts from November to May, and the snow cover reaches 150 centimeters. However, the climate in Gudauri is still mild and relatively warm.

Advantages:

• the resort's ski slopes have varying degrees of difficulty;
• Both professional skiers and beginners can ski here;
• active sports for adults and children.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Ski resort in Bulgaria

In Bulgaria, Bansko is considered the best snow resort. Ancient history and modern ski areas are harmoniously combined in one place. Bansko is located on the territory of the Pirin National Park, its height reaches almost one kilometer. The resort is equipped with a wide variety of trails, so any tourist can find one that will suit his wishes. Here tourists have an exceptional opportunity to travel through virgin terrain, thanks to a special route that goes into the forest.

You can often find married couples with children as vacationers at the resort. After all, a kindergarten with its own ski track has been built here for kids.

The ski season here lasts from December to April. There is also an opportunity to learn how to control a snowboard. All this helps to attract more and more vacationers.

Advantages:

• ski slopes both professional and for beginners and children;
• active sports for couples with children.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Austrian ski resorts

Saalbach-Hinterglemm

The resort is equipped with ski slopes, the total length of which is 270,000 meters. This is why Saalbach-Hinterglemm is considered the largest ski area in Austria. Moreover, thanks good slopes, the resort is also popular among freeriders.

One of the famous historical events took place here - the 31st World Alpine Ski Championships. It was held in 1991.

Saalbach-Hinterglemm has 70 ski lifts and 50 hut-style restaurants with menus based on local cuisine.

Advantages:

• considered the largest skiing area;

Flaws:

• not detected.

The resort has two stations - one is located below, and the other is slightly higher. The most high point Sölden is located at an altitude of 1377 m. The total length of all ski routes in the resort is 144,000 meters.

The resort is famous not only for its stunning slopes, but also for the largest glaciers in the country. It is thanks to them that there is never a lack of snow here.

Sölden is actively developing and is constantly opening more and more new trails. Another distinctive feature of the resort is the snow cannons, which are located at the end of some slopes.

Advantages:

• Sölden is an area for active sports, thanks to which there are always many enthusiastic and cheerful tourists;
• excellent entertainment, infrastructure is developed.

Flaws:

• This place cannot be called quiet.

Kitzbühel

Kitzbühel belongs to the group of the most famous ski resorts in the Alps.

The unforgettable atmosphere of the resort, which perfectly combines the traditional style of Tyrolean villages with modern brand boutiques, will leave an indelible impression on any tourist.

The most famous slope of the resort is Hahnenkamm. This is where the annual skiing World Cup competitions are held.

Kitzbühel is popular not only in the winter; in the summer it hosts professional tennis tournaments and a festival of old cars.

Advantages:

• chic atmosphere;

Flaws:

• not detected.

Ski resorts in Switzerland

Swiss winter holiday territory is considered one of the most prestigious in the world. This holiday destination is chosen by many stars, businessmen, and also kings. The resort is located 80 km from Bern at the intersection of 4 mountain regions.

Gstaad is not only popular in winter. Various sporting events take place here throughout the year - beach volleyball, tennis and polo, as well as music festivals.

An elite school, Institut Le Rosey, which is considered the School of Kings, moves here for the winter.

Advantages:

• the most prestigious resort in the world;
• in demand both in winter and summer.

Flaws:

• very expensive.

St. Moritz

This place is so luxurious and aristocratic that tourists began to call it the king of the Alps. You can most often see members of royal families, show business stars and millionaires here as tourists.

Thanks to the excellent condition of the ski slopes, championships in this sport are constantly held here. All routes are natural and are formed anew every year.

The sun shines brightly here all year round, and there are so few cloudy days that you can count them on your fingers. The snow cover in St. Moritz is incredibly white.

The best slopes of this resort are located on the peak of Piz Noir; experienced skiers will be delighted with them. The length of the trails in St. Moritz is 350 kilometers, which are connected to each other using 55 lifts. The resort is famous for its huge variety of ski routes and slopes. St. Moritz is home to the most prestigious European restaurant - La Marmite.

Advantages:

• one of prestigious resorts peace;
• The sun shines brightly here all year round, thanks to which the resort is considered popular at any time of the year.

Flaws:

• very expensive.

Ski resorts in the Alps, Germany and Andorra

Breuil-Cervinia

The resort is located in the Alps on three valleys of Switzerland and Italy. The height of its location reaches more than 2 kilometers. You can ride this way for at least a whole week, and there will still be unconquered trails. When viewed from the bottom of the route, it appears as if the ski lifts are carrying skiers into the very skies.

The snow cover here is always stable. The ski season opens in December and closes only at the end of May. Many professional skiers prefer to practice in Cervinia.

Tourists who come to relax in Cervinia love comfortable establishments with friendly staff and delicious dishes. The prices here, of course, are a little steep, but it's still worth it.

Advantages:

• numerous trails allow vacationers to enjoy skiing without repeating their route;
• comfortable establishments with friendly staff and delicious dishes.

Flaws:

• Expensive.

Winterberg

Winterberg is one of the most famous resorts in Germany. It gained its popularity thanks to low slopes, the conquest of which does not require special skiing experience. Even despite Winterberg's low location, the routes here are fascinating and impressive in their own way.

The resort is a close neighbor of Holland, which attracts additional tourists. Most of the ski areas of this resort are located in the forest, and 50% of them are illuminated at night. Winterberg can accommodate more than 100,000 tourists at the same time, and there will be no problems with food or accommodation.

Advantages:

• low tracks;
• fascinating and impressive routes in their own way.

Flaws:

• not detected.

This ski resort will especially appeal to those who prefer a calm environment and are also interested in ancient history and attractions. The mysterious spirit of Andorra harmoniously combines here with excellent ski slopes. Ski areas start at an altitude of 1 km, which is why even beginner skiers prefer to relax on Encamp.

The total length of the resort's ski routes is more than 200,000 meters, all of them are combined into one single system using lifts. There are also schools here, not only for teaching skiing, but also snowboarding.

Advantages:

• calm environment;
• many attractions in addition to ski slopes;
• Parents of children will definitely like the presence of a kindergarten.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Ylläs in Finland

The snowy resort is famous for having the longest ski slope in the country. Its length is 3,000 meters. Ylläs is located at an altitude of 718 m. The resort has 43 downhill slopes, including children's slopes.

Among tourists in Ylläs there are a huge number of fans of snowboarding, slalom, and freeride. For beginners, there are special schools with experienced instructors who will teach not only how to ride correctly, but also how to obtain maximum benefit from an active lifestyle. A vacation in this place flies by almost instantly, but tourists still have unforgettable impressions and good mood for a long time.

Advantages:

• schools for beginners;
• experienced instructors;
• interesting entertainment programs.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Ski resorts in Spain

Baqueira-Beret

The resort is located almost in the heart of the Pyrenees Mountains and is the largest ski area in Spain. The route from Barcelona to Baqueira Beret passes through mountain roads that are surrounded by stunning waterfalls. By car, the distance between them is covered in 4 hours.

There are three large ski areas: Baqueira, Beret and Bonaigua. The first of them is equipped with traditional ski slopes with varying degrees of difficulty. But in the Beret zone, the routes run on gentler slopes, so beginner skiers, as well as fans of other types, most often gather here winter sports– sledding and dog sledding, as well as cross-country skiing. The third zone is suitable for tourists with any level of training.

The entire resort area is equipped with snow cannons, so the ski slopes here are always in excellent condition, even if the winter turns out to have little snow.

Baqueira Beret has three children's parks and a ski school with more than two hundred teachers. Here you can learn any type of winter sport, from heli-skiing to halfpipe. This is where the President of Spain prefers to relax, as well as all representatives of the royal dynasty. The ski season in Baqueira Beret lasts from December to April.

Advantages:

• skiing areas for different categories of tourists, both beginners and professionals;
• children's parks and ski schools;
• experienced teachers.

Flaws:

• very expensive.

Sierra Nevada

The famous European ski resort is located in the south of Spain. The Sierra Nevada trails have various categories difficulties. However, experienced skiers prefer to have fun here. The closest resort city is Granada. On clear days you can see beautiful views from here Mediterranean Sea and the Atlas Mountains. The snow-covered regions appeared thanks to the legendary Valeta glacier. And just twenty kilometers from the snowy resort you can see Cote d'Azur with green palm trees.

The heart of the resort is Pradogliano, which received another name - the city of snowy peaks. There are a huge number of bars on its territory, but it is unlikely that you will be able to visit them all, since exciting ski slopes take up almost all your free time.

Advantages:

• gorgeous views;
• top class entertainment venues.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Ski resort in Sweden

The resort is located in Jämtland and is one of the largest and most prestigious in northern Europe. Here tourists can not only ski on the slopes, but also try themselves in other extreme winter sports.

The total length of all Åre routes is one hundred kilometers. And they are all connected using 40 lifts.

The Alpine Ski World Championships were held in Åre in 2007. Thanks to which, a year later, the British magazine Condé Nast Traveler declared it the winner in the competition for the best winter resorts in the world.

Of course, this result was also influenced by modern infrastructure, excellent tracks and slopes, beautiful nature and service at the highest level. This is where couples with children can go to feel the comfort of home.

Skiing here is allowed even at night; some trails are equipped with a lighting system specifically for this purpose. There is usually enough snow here and the snow cover is natural. But even a lack of snow can’t ruin your vacation. For this occasion, the slopes of Åre are equipped with snow cannons.

Fans of all kinds of entertainment will enjoy spending time in 24-hour clubs and restaurants, as well as taking a reindeer sleigh ride.

Advantages:

• availability of lifts;
• skiing even at night;
• entertainment venues.

Flaws:

• not detected.

There are many other lesser-known ski resorts in Europe. To determine which one is right for you, you need to visit it. Even if you have never skied, one trip will be enough to fall in love with ski view sport once and for all.

Playing your favorite sport turns out to be inextricably linked with travel. However, not every athlete wants to leave their native continent to ski. Especially for such people, we have compiled a rating in which we described the best ski resorts in Europe.

When describing the best places for skiing in Europe, Austria should be mentioned first. There are several bases with quality trails, luxury hotels and high-quality schools.

Sölden

We put the Austrian region of Sölden in first place. It will not leave even the most demanding European indifferent.

Advantages

Anyone who loves fun and variety will feel comfortable in this place. There are many entertainment venues here.

The local trails are accessible for skiing in almost any season. The snow cover in Sölden does not melt. And all because it is located surrounded by two huge glaciers, which are considered one of the most bulky in the entire country.

Ideal tracks, the ability to choose the difficulty of the descent, the availability of entertainment for athletes of any age and professional level - all this makes Sölden one of the most popular European regions offering alpine skiing.

Davos

The city of Davos is located in Switzerland. Not only people come here, but also people suffering from pulmonary diseases. The local climate greatly alleviates the consequences of their ailments for such guests.

Advantages

The main advantages of Davos include clean air. Thanks to her, being in this region has such a beneficial effect on health.

The slopes of Davos are not satisfactory and are highly rated by both amateurs and professional skiers.

Megève

Advantages

The height of the slopes in Megeve reaches 2.5 thousand meters. Even at an altitude of 1.8 thousand meters, coniferous trees grow here, which give appearance The area has mystery, grandeur and beauty.

Megève is perfect for those who are used to vacationing with the whole family. It is very quiet and peaceful here. In addition, holidays in these places are inherently romantic.

Gudauri

Undeservedly, many avid tourists ignore Georgia. Meanwhile, there are also many excellent ski resorts with good quality trails and beautiful nature.

Advantages

The Gudauri region became a resort not so long ago. Therefore, it has unbeaten trails and new hotels. Everything here meets the trends of the times. It's fresh and modern. Austrian specialists were involved in equipping the bases.

The length of the local slopes is not as huge as in other ski regions, and reaches only 16 kilometers. However, such a modest length is compensated by the high quality of the trails.

The highest descent begins at altitude three thousand meters. From this point, athletes can admire the magnificent local landscape.

Another pleasant detail of Gudauri is the climate of this region. It's very soft.

Bansko

Advantages

Fans of this resort love it for its beautiful, inimitable nature and architecture with a slight touch of antiquity, because the city has an ancient history.

The skiing bases are located on the territory of the Bulgarian national park called “Pirin”. Thanks to this, some routes go straight deep into the forests. Lovers in beautiful places will not remain indifferent.

The local seasons are not as long as the Austrian ones: you can ride from December to April. Bansko is great for families with children. There are even kindergartens for little tourists here. Special routes are also created for them.

When describing ski resorts in Europe, Sierra Nevada cannot be ignored, if only because it is one of the most popular ski regions in Europe. It is located in the southern part of Spain.

Advantages

An athlete with any skiing experience will find a slope here that will suit him. Despite this, the place is rarely visited by novice athletes.

The peaks of the Sierra Nevada offer excellent views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlas Mountains. True, you can only enjoy it in clear sunny weather.

These places are rich in snow thanks to the nearby glacier. And just two dozen kilometers from the ski resorts you can already see palm trees, sand and beaches.

Those who like to relax in clubs and restaurants will find here many excellent establishments in which to spend time pleasantly.

Advantages

Thanks to its vast territory and the diversity of its mountainous alpine nature, Breuil-Cervinia boasts a huge variety of slopes. It is believed that riding in the same place here several times is an unforgivable mistake. After all, in a few days of rest here you may never repeat the route.

Here you can often see famous skiers and sports professionals.

Here is the sea and great hotels, and beautiful trails, and restaurants with delicious cuisine. But all this service comes at a high cost to tourists. Due to the high cost of services, we put Breuil-Cervinia only in seventh place on this list.

Winterberg

This popular place is located in Germany. Great for amateur skiers. Due to the modest size of the Winterberg peaks, the slopes here are gentle and easy.

Advantages

Many trails run through forests, which attracts flora lovers.

The town is quite large and has big amount restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs. Despite the high demand, there are practically no queues here. The resort can easily accommodate one hundred thousand visitors at a time.

Encamp

This place is not as popular as those described above. This resort is located in Andorra.

Advantages

The Encamp trails are of high quality. They are most suitable for those athletes who have recently started skiing.

This place is located in a very good location climatic zone. Thanks to this, there is a lot of snowfall here in winter, and in spring it is warm and pleasant to ride.

Encamp is famous for its nightlife, attractive to young people. There are many clubs and bars where young tourists enjoy partying.

Ylläs

Advantages

Ylläs is quite famous. It owes its popularity to the longest track in Finland, the length of which reaches three kilometers.

But there are shorter descents here. There are also bases with children's trails.

It's a pleasure to learn to ride here. There are several ski schools in Ylläs.

We have listed the best European ski resorts. To conclude the rating, I would like to recommend readers not to be afraid to visit new places and get to know new countries. It’s so nice to bring back from a trip not only sports, but also cultural discoveries.

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