High Altitude Skiing

High Altitude Skiing - Guaranteed snow conditions, popular ski resorts 

For guaranteed snow and exceptional skiing and snowboarding conditions, head for one of the snow sure resorts in Europe for some high-altitude skiing. Resorts that have higher than average slopes can boast sensational snow throughout the season, from the earliest days to the very last. Popular resorts for a high altitude European skiing holiday include Tignes, Val d'Isere and Val Thorens in France, Zermatt and Saas Fee in Switzerland, Obergurgl and Solden in Austria and Cervinia in Italy. Most feature base resorts that sit higher than most, and give access to a variety of slopes over 3,000m.

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High Altitude Skiing - Reliable snow, exhilarating above tree-line runs 

Resorts that boast high altitude skiing holidays usually feature the most reliable snow, seeing high upper slope averages even at the beginning and end of the season, and phenomenal conditions throughout the winter. With this fact, high altitude ski resorts remain in demand all season long, with the more popular accommodation getting booked up early. High altitude skiing resorts feature plenty of above the tree line runs, with the landscape and surrounding terrain seeming bleak, but exhilarating and challenging. Not just for expert skiers, some high altitude skiing resorts also have well-positioned nursery slopes that are very high up, allowing first-timers and beginners to experience the thrill of the resort.

 

High Altitude Skiing - More convenience than charm, ski-in/ski-out accommodation 

High altitude ski holidays often feature modern and purpose-built base villages that focus more on convenience than charm and boast plenty of ski-in/ski-out accommodation, suiting serious skiers who are more concerned with ease of getting to the action on the slopes, than enjoying the atmosphere off them. Anyone participating in skiing at high altitude should be aware of altitude sickness, which can be extremely serious and sometimes fatal. It is very important to drink more water than usual, and be aware that the effects of alcohol are much stronger, and will dehydrate the body even faster than usual. Those on a high altitude skiing holiday should take it easy the first day, gently easing into any energetic skiing, and seek medical advice at the first sign of illness. Also be aware of the increased strength of the suns' rays at this height, with eye protection and the use of plenty of sunscreen strongly recommended on a high-altitude ski holiday.