Biggest ski resorts in Europe
If you ski all week and hate repeating runs, size matters. These are the largest European ski areas in our database, measured by kilometres of marked piste on a single lift pass. Several are linked networks, so the pass covers far more terrain than the home village alone.
Ranked by kilometres of marked piste available on the resort's main lift pass.
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VerbierValais, Switzerland412 km, 92 liftsA glamorous resort stretched across 4 valleys, offering 412 km of unmatched skiing for all levels.412 km, 92 lifts - 2
NendazValais, Switzerland412 km, 92 liftsThe birthplace of the Freeride World Tour, this large, modern Swiss resort has 412 km of slopes to carve.412 km, 92 lifts - 3
Thyon-Les CollonsLes 4 Vallées, Switzerland412 km, 92 liftsRenowned for its beginner-friendly slopes, expansive 4 Valleys terrain, and breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and Dent Blanche.412 km, 92 lifts - 4
ZermattValais, Switzerland360 km, 54 liftsOne of the most recognisable ski locations in the world filled with old-world Swiss charm.360 km, 54 lifts - 5
St. MoritzEngadin, Switzerland350 km, 56 liftsBelle Époque glamour, 300 days of sun a year and skiing across three connected areas.350 km, 56 lifts - 6
Les SybellesMaurienne, France310 km, 68 liftsSix villages linked into the fourth largest French ski area, without the marquee prices.310 km, 68 lifts - 7
St. Anton am ArlbergArlberg, Austria305 km, 88 liftsHome of the 'Run of Fame', with so many slopeside après-ski spots to choose from, you'll be spoilt for choice.305 km, 88 lifts - 8
Lech ZürsArlberg, Austria305 km, 88 liftsWhere winter luxury and expansive slopes combine with sophisticated charm for adventurous, family-friendly experiences.305 km, 88 lifts - 9
Davos KlostersGraubünden, Switzerland297 km, 52 liftsCarve first tracks with a sunrise experience or test your skills on the slopes at night under the floodlights.297 km, 52 lifts - 10
KlostersDavos Klosters, Switzerland297 km, 52 liftsCharming Swiss village meets world-class skiing in the heart of Davos-Klosters.297 km, 52 lifts - 11
EllmauTirol, Austria288 km, 90 liftsGateway to the SkiWelt, Austria's largest linked ski area, and a family classic.288 km, 90 lifts - 12
WestendorfTirol, Austria288 km, 90 liftsPrettiest of the SkiWelt villages, quieter than Söll with tree lined runs.288 km, 90 lifts - 13
SöllTirol, Austria288 km, 90 liftsParty heavy SkiWelt gateway with easy grooming and a raucous night skiing scene.288 km, 90 lifts - 14
Saalbach HinterglemmSalzburg, Austria270 km, 70 liftsAprès-ski for every occasion and fast, modern ski lifts that'll give you more time to carve down the slopes270 km, 70 lifts - 15
FieberbrunnTirol, Austria270 km, 70 liftsThe only Austrian stop on the Freeride World Tour, with steep, lift-accessed powder terrain off the Wildseeloder and a gondola link into the 270km Skicircus - all from a quiet, traditional Tyrolean village base.270 km, 70 lifts - 16
Alpe d'HuezIsère, France250 km, 68 liftsFamously referred to as l'île au Soleil for its average of 300 sunny days annually, Alpe d'Huez majestically sits atop a southern-oriented plateau, elevated above the clouds, and provides breathtaking panoramic views.250 km, 68 lifts - 17
Serre ChevalierSouthern Alps, France250 km, 59 liftsSunny south facing valley with 250 km of tree lined pistes and thermal baths.250 km, 59 lifts - 18
IschglSilvretta, Austria239 km, 45 liftsWith more than 239 km of beautiful trails and exhilarating high-altitude skiing, Ischgl is a dream destination for every snow lover.239 km, 45 lifts - 19
SamnaunSwitzerland, Switzerland239 km, 45 liftsA duty-free Swiss village linked with Ischgl to form the Silvretta Arena. 239km of cross-border skiing between Switzerland and Austria.239 km, 45 lifts - 20
KitzbühelTirol, Austria233 km, 57 liftsMedieval walled town and home of the Hahnenkamm, the most feared downhill in racing.233 km, 57 lifts
Frequently asked questions
- What is the biggest ski area in Europe?
- Les Trois Vallées in France is the largest linked ski area in the world at around 600 km of piste, reached from Val Thorens, Méribel, Courchevel and Les Menuires. Paradiski and the Portes du Soleil follow.
- Do you need a big ski area?
- For a week of intermediate cruising, yes: linked areas keep the skiing varied. Beginners and families often get more from a compact resort where everyone can meet for lunch without a two hour journey home.