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Skiing & Snowboarding

It’s all downhill from here

Skiing and snowboarding are the quintessential winter sports, offering action-packed, thrilling descents and breathtaking mountain views. Whether gliding down fresh powder or mastering turns on long, steep slopes, every descent (and sometimes ascent) tells a story of effort, skill, speed and adventure!

All Skiing & Snowboarding Stories

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Where Snow, Soil and Family Meet

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When I check into The Social Hub’s Lavagnini in Florence, I don’t just drop my bag in a room; I drop myself into a living organism. It’s a community in..
Aletsch Arena, Valais, Switzerland: A timeless winter village scene unfolds as dusk settles, with snow-covered chalets glowing warmly against the darkening mountain landscape.

Winter Sports in the Aletsch Arena, Valais

Where Silence Fills the Mountains

In the Aletsch Arena, winter slows to the rhythm of footsteps on snow. Between car-free villages and glacier views, life feels lighter, quieter, purer. Ski, walk or simply sit still..
A skier carves down a snow-covered slope in the Swiss Alps, surrounded by majestic mountains and clear blue skies, embodying the spirit of pure adventure.

Les Marécottes, Martigny Région, Valais

Across the border of paradise

Ski touring across the Martigny Region means diving deep into the wild heart of Valais — through steep cols, untouched snowfields and stories steeped in history. From tasting pear brandy..
The Gornergrat Railway in Zermatt, Switzerland, offers stunning views of the Matterhorn and the Alps, especially magical at night under the stars.

Gornergrat, Valais – Dining & Sleeping Under the Stars

A starry night above Zermatt’s glaciers

High above Zermatt, the Gornergrat Railway climbs through snow and silence to the roof of the Alps. By day, the Matterhorn steals the show; by night, the stars take over...
A snowboarder carves down a snow-covered slope in the Pyrenees of Catalonia, enjoying a winter ski safari with charming villages and local gastronomy.

A Catalan Ski Safari

High Altitudes of the Soul

The Eastern Pyrenees do not care about your holiday plans. Between the screaming winds of Vallter 2000 and the monastic stillness of the Valley of the Nine Crosses, Marco Barneveld..
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A Taste of Gourette

Sublime Slopes & Savoury Cheeses in the Pyrenees

In the heart of the Pyrenees, Gourette offers a delicious blend of thrilling winter sports and rich local traditions. From skiing adrenaline to savouring artisanal cheeses at a charming farm,..
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The Pyrenees of Catalonia

Winter in the Realm of Royalty

Where kings and queens ski, and nature, culture, and adventure seamlessly meet. In the Val d’Aran, hidden in the Pyrenees of Catalonia, majestic mountains, centuries-old traditions, and breathtaking winter sports..
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4 Icy Adventures in Switzerland

Canyoning, Ice Climbing, Cross-country Skiing & Ice Bathing

Experience the thrill of winter in Switzerland with four exhilarating ice adventures: ice canyoning in Pontresina, ice climbing on majestic frozen walls, tranquil cross-country skiing through Arosa's serene forests, and..
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From Powder to Plate in Vorarlberg

The Magic of Winter in Austria

The magic of the Austrian winter reveals itself in many forms. From the thrill of gliding down powdery slopes to the pleasure of savouring regional delicacies in cosy restaurants. If..
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The Best Slopes of Lucerne

Freeriding and Cruising in Engelberg and Klewenalp

Explore the ski slopes around Lucerne, with Engelberg as a leading freeride destination and the Big Five off-piste runs. Enjoy comfortable descents on Schinberg and Sätteli, discover fairytale routes at..
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