When winter arrives, some destinations in Europe transform into magical wanderland, the perfect place both for those who love winter sports and for those who want enjoying a relaxing and lavish holiday. If you are looking for the finest winter experience, discover with us the A-List winter destionations in Europe.
St. Moritz - Switzerland
Our A-list winter destinations in Europe starts with St Moritz has always meant luxury in the Swiss Alps.
Famous for being a world-class ski resort, for the finest luxury accommodations, exclusive boutiques, and gourmet cuisine. These characteristics accredit it as one of the most renowned luxury winter destinations, infact this picturesque village has always attracted the international jet set for winter holidays.
We can also say that St Moritz is much more than a destination for ski lovers, this destination offers plenty of activities for non-ski lovers including skating, carling, golf and spectating at Polo, Cricket and horse-racing. Then there is are the Olympic Bob Run, the Cresta Run (for men only), helicopter rides, indoor tennis, and spa.
And what about the spectacular Lake St Moritz, the frozen lake that hosts glamorous sports such as cricket and snow polo.
You certainly won't be able to forget the high-altitude gourmet. In well over 300 km of slopes in the Engadine (Engadin St. Moritz) there are more than 40 huts, restaurants and mountain refuges, wonderful terraces and elegant bars. There are many opportunities for skiers to crown a day on the snow with flavour. To extend the experience all you have to do is dine at altitude even after sunset, and to make everything even more unique, organize a private dinner in exclusive locations.
We certainly cannot forget to mention the incredible train routes: Bernina Express, Glacier Express
Cortina D'Ampezzo - Italy
Cortina D'Ampezzo, undisputed queen of the Italian Dolomites. Winter paradise for snow sports lovers.
Cortina boasts a long tradition as the jet set's favorite Italian winter destination.
Cortina is located within the UNESCO Italian Dolomites heritage and the Dolomites Superski.
Here you will find all the ingredients for your exclusive winter holiday: from endless ski slopes, opulent accommodations to both luxurious hotels and truly exclusive chalets, unforgettable guormet experiences, wonderful spas where you can relax, and luxury boutiques for your shopping.
Among the many activities, the most loved are certainly the ski safaris with expert guides, who will take you to discover the wonderful landscapes on skis and to top it all off with fabulous tastings of typical dishes in exceptional huts.
Courchevel - France
Courchevel is one of the most famous ski resorts in Europe and offers fabulous slopes with a scenic panoramic views of Mont Blanc.
Courchevel was born in 1946 years ago in a valley of Haute-Savoie with the guide lines of the urban architect Laurent Chappis and has become one of the most glamorous ski resorts in the world by recalling the international Jet Set.
Billionaire celebrities, VIPs, come here to ski on the wonderful slopes (about 600 kilometers) of the 3 Valeé, for the luxurious hotels, exclusive shopping and spas treatment.
Here luxury and uniqueness are shown in every detail, from the elegance of the hotels and chalets, from the windows of the boutiques, to the exclusive clubs where dinners and private parties are very often organised, but above all from the services dedicated to a very demanding clientele, just think that the ski instructors are truly multilingual to ensure that every guest is at ease and looked after to perfection.
In Courchevel, opulence reigns supreme. On the slopes it is not difficult to come across Chanel ski suites or Balenciaga helmets, even ski lifts and cable cars are branded by the most luxurious fashion designers.
Right here the major luxury brands open their famous pop-up stores during the winter season.
Skiing here will enchant you, a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc, the 600 kilometers of ski slopes are made up of three resorts: Courchevel, Meribel and Val Tourance, they are beautiful and wide and range from 1,300 meters up to 3,230.
If at the end of your day of skiing you are looking for the best après-ski spots here you will certainly have a wide choice, and wherever your day of skiing ends you are never far from live music, a magnum of rosé, DJ sets or a quiet place to relax.
Zermatt - Switzerland
The bucolic charme of Zermatt made it the true winter wonderland in Europe.
It lies peacefully at the foot of the Matterhorn Peak and nestled in the south of Switzerland in the canton of Valias.
Here the landscape is truly fairytale-like, the beautiful chalets, the Vispa river running through the charming town, and the imposing peak of the snow-capped Matterhorn in the background.
Zermatt is one of the prettiest ski-resorts in Europe. During your days of skiing you certainly can't miss a gourmet experiences in the suggestive mountain huts.
The Matterhorn is not the highst peak in Europe, but probably due to the elegance of its form it is certanly not suprising that it is the most instagrammed mountain in Europe.
Its beauty enchants celebrities who come here to enjoy the unique charm in winter (even in summer it boasts an idyllic landscape).
Now try to imagine your Christmas holidays in this beautiful destination: the snow-covered landscape, the streets of Zermatt adorned with twinkling lights, and the tranquility. The Christmas period in Zermatt is truly magical.
Zermatt is a suitable winter destination for families with children thanks to the various activities and experiences that involve the whole family.
Gstaad - Switzerland
Gstaad is an upscale winter resort in the Swiss Alps.
Gstaad is one of the most glamorous winter destinations in Europe. Its international audience boasts royalty, celebrities and billionaires who choose Gstaad for their winter holiday.
Arriving here seems to be on a film set, everything is in its place to create a perfect image, the chalets that stand tidy, but we will certainly be immediately attracted by the Gstaad Palace, the historic hotel that recalls the fairytale castle.
Gstaad has a lot to offer, skiing and spas are certainly among the priorities, but those who decide to spend their winter holiday here will also actratted by the delicious local gastronomy. Choose between a gourmet restaurant or a cozy hut and you can combine culinary experiences on the ski slopes.
Among the various winter sports that you can practice in addition to traditional skiing, and snowboarding is the cross-country skiing.
When it comes to cross country skiing, Gstaad is a truly versatile destination thanks to the different levels of difficulty and the different landscapes to explore.
For those who like skiing less, Gstaad offers a nice variety of winter hiking routes.
And for families with children or groups of friends who want to have fun, tabogganing is the peerfect option. When we talk about tobogganing we all feel a bit like children again.
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