Five spots where you slide down the slopes in style

Ready to hit the slopes in style? These ski resorts take winter sports to a whole new level, with Michelin-star restaurants, designer boutiques and perfectly groomed slopes. And yes, it comes at a price…

Courchevel 1850 | France

Courchevel 1850 is the jewel in the crown of Les Trois Vallées, the largest interconnected ski area in the world with 600 kilometres of ski runs. This luxurious mountain village is a favourite winter sports destination for royals and celebrities. The resort is not only known for its perfectly groomed slopes, but also for its Michelin-starred restaurants, designer boutiques and exclusive chalets with private chefs and butlers.

Special detail: Courchevel has its own airport at 2008 meters altitude. Only the very best pilots are allowed to land here, which makes the experience just that little bit more exciting. Another plus? Both beginners and seasoned off-piste skiers will find their ideal descent here.

From a survey of Holidu , a search engine for holiday homes, shows that the average price per day, including ski pass and accommodation, is €125,50. 

St. Moritz | Switzerland

This stylish ski resort in Switzerland has been attracting the international jet set for over 150 years and exudes glamour. Fun fact: St. Moritz was the first ski resort in the world to have electrically lit slopes. It also hosted the Winter Olympics in 1928 and 1948. In addition to the slopes, the resort offers plenty of luxury shopping, top-class spas and five-star hotels where you can be pampered.

The costs? An average day in St. Moritz, including ski pass and accommodation, will cost you €201,50. 

Lech-Zürs | Austria

Lech-Zürs is part of the impressive Arlberg region, where you have access to no less than 305 kilometres of ski slopes, connected to neighbouring ski areas such as St. Anton, Zürs, Warth and Schröcken. It is therefore not surprising that Lech has been the favourite winter sports destination of the Dutch royal family for decades. In addition to the Oranjes, Lech is also popular with other celebrities, such as Princess Caroline of Monaco and actor Hugh Grant, who are regularly spotted here. Lech was voted the “most beautiful village in Europe” in 2004. In the area you will find numerous bars and restaurants, including the fine dining restaurant Griggeler Stuba, which serves culinary delights with a view of the mountains.

Average price per day, including ski pass and accommodation: €136,00. 

Zermatt | Switzerland

This car-free ski village is located at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn – yes, the mountain from the Toblerone chocolate. With access to some of the highest ski slopes in Europe, and even the opportunity to ski on the glacier all year round, it’s a place that both beginners and seasoned skiers can indulge in.

From exclusive boutiques to luxury hotels, Zermatt has everything you would expect from a top-class winter sports destination. But the food doesn't disappoint either: with over 20 Michelin-starred restaurants, including After Seven, you're in the right place for culinary highlights. 

Average price per day, including ski pass and accommodation? €256,50. 

Cortina d'Ampezzo | Italy

Cortina d'Ampezzo, located in the heart of the Dolomites, is not called the "Queen of the Dolomites" for nothing. This charming ski village combines spectacular nature with a touch of Italian elegance. With over 120 kilometers of ski slopes and connections to the Dolomiti Superski ski areas, it is a true paradise for winter sports enthusiasts of all levels.

The village has attracted celebrities and jet setters for decades. Cortina was even in the spotlight as the setting for the James Bond film For Your Eyes Only and will be one of the hosts of the Winter Olympics in 2026. Here you can enjoy not only skiing, but also designer boutiques and atmospheric bars where you can taste the best Italian wines.

A day of stylish skiing down the slopes will cost you an average of €234 here.