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10 Most Beautiful Ski Resorts in Europe

Wednesday, 13 January 2010 08:37 First Tracks

Feel like you’ve skied every mountain in North America? Ready to switch it up and see what the rest of the world has to offer? Travelet.com compiled a list of the 10 Most Beautiful Skiing Locations in Europe. Let us know if you’ve ever been to any of these places, and what you thought about it. If you’ve never been, time to pack your bags and plan a ski getaway!

 

 

Cortina d’ Ampezzo, Italy

Not only the most famous ski resort in Italy, but one of the most important and sought after ski resorts in the world. Beautiful views of the Ampezzo Valley, and a great all-around skiing experience.cortina []

 

Val D’Isere, France

Named as the most famous resort for experts. Offers a range of ski schools and offers something for every skill level. Plus, it has the most modern chairlift and cable cars with the most modern lift system you could think of.

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Igls, Austria

Located in the “Capital of the Alps”, Innsbruck, Igls, is the 2-time host of the Winter Olympic Games. Any skill level skier will enjoy skiing in Innsbruck.

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Kandersteg, Switzerland

One of the best places to learn skiing (not to mention most beautiful). The slopes in Kandersteg are easy and daunting, giving learners enough space to test their techniques.

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Courchevel, France

Made up of 4 villages, each names after their altitudes in meters—Courchevel 1300, Courchevel 1550, Courchevel 1650 and Courchevel 1850. People with deep pockets enjoy taking private jets to Courchevel 1850. Skiing range from intermediate to experts.

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Wengen, Switzerland

This is the ideal location if you’re looking for a combination of veautiful views and classic architecture. Has slopes for intermediate and expert, but best known among intermediate skiers and snowboarders.

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Chamonix, France

Located right next to the peak of Mont Blanc, Chamonix is the oldest ski resort in France. With 12 ski areas, Chamonix is apt for skiers of every skill level, including children. Enjoy the breathtaking views and picturesque scenery.

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Pas De la Casa, Andorra

This is the highest resort in Andorra, so it has an excellent snow record. It is placed on the border of France and Andorra, and is more suitable for intermediate skiers.

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Pelion Mountain, Greece

The best part of this ski resort is that it’s not well-known, and skiing here is still not explored completely. The Pelion Mountains offer majestic scenes and once you visit, you’ll fall in love.

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Newstift, Austria

For year-round skiing, check out Newstift, Austria. It features 28 lifts and 7382 ft of vertical descent. Ideal for beginners and snowboarders, although it has some regions fo intermediate and experts as well.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 13 January 2010 10:32

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