The Best Autumn/Winter Ski Resorts

When the weather starts to turn and summer begins to say its last goodbyes, it's easy to retreat indoors and avoid the cold with soothing hot drinks and a blanket. But autumn and winter are seasons that ought to be embraced just as much as summer, because each one brings with it amazing opportunities of its own.



Why not get properly into the spirit of the season by considering a skiing holiday in one of Europe's top skiing resorts? There's something distinctively magical about a ski trip, whether you're heading to the slopes with friends, the whole family or with a partner as part of a romantic winter getaway. The freshness of the cold, crisp air on your face as you breeze down the mountains, cutting a path through the pristine, clean white snow is a sensation you'll never forget - and probably end up wanting to experience every year thereafter.



The European continent is blessed with many excellent ski locations, thanks to the wonderful mountain range known as the Alps. Spreading across several countries, the Alps brings a world of great skiing to anybody who tries it out on their majestic slopes. Try something new by visiting one of the five picturesque towns that form the Arlburg in Austria, or head to somewhere as well-known as it is loved and visit Chamonix in France, a classic French resort that offers as many skiing options as you can think of.

But that's not all. The Jungfrau region in Switzerland includes one of the most incredible train journeys you'll ever take in your life - an awe-inspiring trip up the Jungfrau summit of the Alps to the spot where you begin skiing from, and France's Val d'Isere region is a true wonder.



There are plenty more fantastic skiing resorts across the alpine belt in Europe, most falling in France, Austria and Switzerland, but you can bet that any one you choose to visit is going to provide you with fantastic slopes and a wonderful winter holiday experience. Not only will you get the chance to perfect your slalom but you can also meet new people, enjoy fabulous food, and drink some of the best wine on the continent.



Why not give yourself a winter treat and look into holidays and Eurostar packages to take you on the skiing trip of a lifetime for you, your friends, your family or your loved one?