Ski
The 10 best ski resorts in the world (part 1)
May
Places where you can enjoy real winter
MEGEVE, FRANCE
Megeve is one of the most picturesque ski resorts with world renown, located in the historical region of Haute-Savoie. the city is beautiful both in summer and in winter.
In its center there is a pedestrian zone with paved streets, ancient architecture, churches of the XIII century and numerous cafes and restaurants.
According to legend, Megev arose thanks to the efforts of the Rothschild family, who wanted to set up a closed elite resort for their own in the most picturesque place of the French Alps.
The maximum height of the trails is relatively small (2350 m). It is good for beginner skiers and those who prefer family holidays.
CHAMONIX, FRANCE
Chamonix is the oldest ski resort (it is more than 200 years old), the largest (more than 10 thousand local people live here) and the most famous resort of the French Alps.
The first ever Winter Olympic Games were held here in 1924. It lies at the very foot of the summit of Mont Blanc, in the east of France, in the department of Haute-Savoie (historical region of Savoy).
Chamonix has a unique geographical location: it is located in a valley at an altitude of 1010 – 1200 m at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Western Europe, and you can ski while in France, Italy (Courmayeur resort) or Switzerland (Vallorcine).
the resort is located at an altitude of 1035 meters, but almost 90% of all ski trails are above 2000 meters.
ARC RESORT 1950, FRANCE
Arc 1950 is one of the three best ski resorts in France.
The scope of this resort is impressive: 144 lifts with dozens of trails with a total length of 425 km and a height of up to 3250 m. There are routes on the forces here for both beginners and professionals.
The 1950 Arc is called the “cocoon on the top of the mountains— – for the atmosphere of comfort and the peaceful landscape overlooking Mont Blanc.
PAS DE LA CASA, ANDORRA
The highest of the Pyrenean resorts Pas De La Casa is located on the border with France. This is Andorra’s first ski resort.
Every guest of the resort will find a suitable route for himself. Those in the upper part of the valleys will please experienced skiers, they are more complex.
At the foot of the mountain, those who cannot call themselves a virtuoso will ride comfortably. There is also a slalom track, and a “paddock” for snowboarders, and the opportunity to ride at night.
SELDEN, AUSTRIA
It is one of the most popular ski centers in Europe, in addition, a Mecca for snowboarders. It is in Zelden that the World Cup competitions are held.
Glaciers, hills, mountains — everything is very clearly and conveniently arranged, neat, diverse. You can ride on the glaciers all year round, the season starts in December and ends in April.
The 10 best ski resorts in the world (part 2)
