We've curated a map of the 20 highest ski resorts in Europe. Val Thorens in France, situated at an impressive base elevation of 2,300 m (7,545 ft), stands out as the highest resort by altitude. For all ski resorts listed, we've included key statistics such as base elevation, top lift point, and vertical drop to help you plan your next skiing holiday with ease.
Ski resort | Base elevation (m/ft) | Top lift point (m/ft) | Vertical drop (m/ft) |
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Val Thorens France | 2300/7546 | 3230/10600 | 1430/4692 |
Hochgurgl Austria | 2150/7054 | 3080/10105 | 930/3051 |
Tignes France | 2100/6890 | 3456/11339 | 1356/4451 |
Cervinia Italy | 2006/6581 | 3480/11417 | 1474/4836 |
Isola 2000 France | 2000/6562 | 2610/8563 | 610/2001 |
Obergurgl Austria | 1930/6332 | 3080/10105 | 1150/3773 |
Courchevel France | 1850/6069 | 2738/8983 | 888/2913 |
Val d'Isère France | 1850/6069 | 3456/11339 | 1606/5272 |
St. Moritz Switzerland | 1775/5823 | 3303/10837 | 1528/5013 |
Obertauern Austria | 1630/5348 | 2526/8287 | 896/2940 |
Zermatt Switzerland | 1620/5315 | 3899/12793 | 2279/7477 |
Les Arcs France | 1600/5249 | 3226/10582 | 1626/5335 |
Davos Switzerland | 1560/5118 | 2844/9331 | 1284/4213 |
Verbier Switzerland | 1500/4921 | 3330/10926 | 1830/6004 |
Lech Zürs Austria | 1450/4757 | 2811/9222 | 1361/4465 |
Andermatt Switzerland | 1444/4738 | 2961/9714 | 1517/4977 |
Sölden Austria | 1350/4429 | 3340/10958 | 1990/6529 |
St. Anton am Arlberg Austria | 1304/4280 | 2811/9222 | 1507/4944 |
Gstaad Switzerland | 1050/3445 | 3000/9843 | 1950/6398 |
Chamonix France | 1035/3396 | 3842/12605 | 2807/9212 |