If you’re travelling with the family this winter, consider booking an exciting ski holiday. There are many amazing resorts that offer fun for the whole family through the great facilities and activities on offer.
Whether you’re focused on skiing, or just want to enjoy the scenic snowy landscapes, this kind of holiday will provide an unforgettable experience.
Looking for the best family ski holidays across the globe? We have listed some of the top options below. These resorts will be sure to provide a winter holiday like no other.
5 Of the Best Family Ski Destinations For This Winter
Ski resorts offer plenty of fun and entertainment for all ages to enjoy. Here are some of the top options for your next family holiday.
Plagne 1800
The Paradiski area of the French Alps is speckled with awesome satellite resorts. Plagne 1800, just a short distance from Plagne Centre (the main hub of the area), is one of the best!
This family-friendly resort is one of the most beautiful destinations in the area, offering unspoiled snowy landscapes, views of Mont Blanc, and a peaceful resort. With all of the activities on offer here, parents and children will be constantly entertained.
Skiing
Plagne 1800 is right in the middle of the Tarentaise region. There are four pistes here, offering easy ski access to both Plagne Aime 2000 and Plagne Centre.
There is also access to the Vanoise Express cable car (which links La Plagne with Les Arcs) from the resort. This means that the ski area that you can access from Plagne 1800 is huge – with slopes suitable to absolutely all levels of skiing.
Facilities
There is plenty to do at Plagne 1800. The resort has its own ski schools, hire shops, and plenty of restaurants and bars. For some downtime between skiing, there is a spa, swimming pool, and sports centre. You can also access a bowling alley, ice skating rink and exhibition room at Plagne Centre.
Other snow activities here include bobsledding, snowshoeing, electric snowmobiling, and paragliding.
Les Bruyeres
Les Bruyeres in the 3 Vallees region offers easy access to some of the world’s best skiing. This is a high altitude resort with some excellent facilities and chalets on offer.
While there are a number of options to choose from in Les 3 Vallees, Les Bruyeres is one of the most family-friendly resorts. This is a relaxing destination with plenty of activities available.
Skiing
When staying at Les Bruyeres, skiers can choose between two different lift pass options. One is to access Les Menuires/St Martin (160km of pistes and 37 ski lifts). The other is to access Les 3 Vallees (600km of pistes and 180 ski lifts). Needless to say, any kind of skier will be happily entertained in this snowy paradise.
There is a huge range of different runs available here to suit varying levels of skill and experience. This is one of the most well-linked ski areas in France.
Facilities
Les Bruyeres offers plenty of comfortable chalets – suitable for all kinds of families. There are also some excellent leisure amenities here. Including great bars, restaurants, a spa, a swimming pool, and even a cinema.
For those seeking more snowy thrills, there is also a toboggan run, night sledging, paragliding, and dog sledding available.
Les Gets
Les Gets offers the complete package when it comes to a French skiing holiday. The resort is beautifully traditional – set in a majestic snowy mountain setting.
Les Gets is easy to reach from Geneva airport, making it a convenient family destination. This is also one of the quieter and less crowded resorts out there – offering a totally peaceful winter escape.
Skiing
The Les Gets resort is part of the larger Portes Du Soleil area. This allows you to access nearby resorts like Morzine and Avoriaz. There are 650km of snowy pistes here, and nearly 200 ski lifts.
The different levels of ski runs are perfectly varied here, offering something for every level of experience. While there are some great black and red runs here, the area is generally preferred for beginners and family ski trips.
Facilities
There is a choice of seven brilliant Ski Famille family chalets in a beautiful setting. For leisure activities, guests can enjoy the cinema, outdoor ice skating rink, and even a mobile massage service.
Les Gets has many excellent restaurants and bars available to visitors too. You will never run out of fun things to do at this relaxing resort.
Val Thorens
Val Thorens is Europe’s highest resort. This means that you will always get plenty of snow during ski season. Not only this, but you also get unbeatable sweeping views over the vast snowy Tarentaise Valley.
Due to the high altitude, this resort is not the first choice for very young children. However, families with older kids will love all of the fun that Val Thorens has on offer.
Skiing
Located in the acclaimed Les 3 Vallees area, Val Thorens offers an unparalleled ski experience. All levels of experience and skill can enjoy this resort, as there is a wide range of beginner to advanced runs.
Visitors of Val Thorens can also ski to other prominent resorts nearby for even more ski options. These include Les Bruyeres and Reberty 2000.
Facilities
Val Thorens is a well-equipped resort with plenty on offer. There are many great restaurants, bars on offer – including a unique dining experience in a Mongolian yurt.
For more fun in the snow, visitors can go mountain top zip lining. There is also a complete sports centre with a swimming pool, aqua spa, and fun park. For those that are really brave, you can even go for a 30-minute scuba dive under freezing cold ice water
Reberty 2000
A satellite resort in Les 3 Vallees, Reberty 2000 offers the perfect playground for a family ski holiday. With world-class skiing, stunning surrounds, and fun activities on offer – this is a resort that everyone can enjoy.
Skiing
Just like Les Bruyeres, visitors can choose between two different ski passes. These are the Les Menuires/St Martin pass (37 ski lifts), and the 3 Valleys pass (180 ski lifts). This allows access to a vast ski area that anyone can enjoy.
Facilities
Reberty 2000 offers plenty of fun for the whole family. There are tobogganing areas, snow mountain biking routes, paragliding, skidooing, and an ice castle for the kids. There are also many fantastic restaurants and bars.
Final Thoughts
Grab your ski equipment, pack your bags, and get ready to hit the slopes! These awesome ski destinations are a smart choice for families seeking the ultimate winter holiday.
Whether you are advanced skiers, complete beginners, or just want to experience a snowy paradise – these resorts will provide a totally unforgettable family holiday.
