Best Ski Resorts for Skiing

So we're being brave! Our top 10 best ski resorts for skiing will no doubt offend many as we will have left out some superb destinations, but then there's so much more than just the 10! Read about the best ski resorts chosen for a number of reasons, the most important being the slopes and then whether each one excels in other areas. So whilst a little subjective, you'll no doubt find more than one you've heard of.

Our Top 10 Best Ski Resorts for Skiing

We've pulled together a list of what we think is a superb top 10 best destinations for skiing. From the terrain to the lift system, the in-resort facilities to the location and more. We won't please everyone, but the ones below will help you find a new skiing destination if that's what you're after. Happy hunting.

** These are not in any particular order

Kitzbühel, Austria

Kitzbühel, Austria 

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The fashionable resort of Kitzbühel presents a modern state-of-the-art ski circuit covering 148km of pistes. Famous for the mens downhill race on the Hahnenkamm, this lively and sophisticated resort has something for everyone from young to old, expert to beginner. It is particulary good for intermediates who will thrive throughout the whole kitzbuhel region. The town itself is picture postcard perfect.

Cortina D'Ampezzo, Italy

Cortina D'Ampezzo, Italy 

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Known as the pearl of the dolomites, Cortina is one of Italy's most glamorous and fashionable ski resorts. The town is connected with other resorts in the area through the Dolomiti super ski pass which gives skiers an unbelievable 1200 km of runs. There are great beginners slopes, intermediate and black expert runs. Après-ski includes michelein starred resturtants.

Chamonix, France

Chamonix, France 

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Chamonix is one of the most snowsure resorts in the world and a mecca for skiers and boarders alike. With Mont Blanc on your doorstep, there's a huge variety of advanced and expert terrain along with powder descents from the glacier. A picturesque ski resort, there's often a bustling atmosphere and a great selection of bars and restaurants. Be sure to stay in the centre of town though.