Ski Solutions Showcases Euro resorts For Thrill Seekers

For those looking for their next great ski adventure with a touch of thrill, Europe offers an incredible range of destinations where adventure extends far beyond the traditional piste. From challenging descents, to high-altitude skiing and unforgettable experiences after dark, there are plenty of ways for skiers to push their limits this winter.

To help thrill seekers find the best resorts this season, the leading original specialist ski travel agency Ski Solutions has rounded up some of Europe’s most exhilarating resorts for the 2026/27 season, perfect for snow enthusiasts in search of their next mountain adventure.

From tackling one of Europe’s steepest ski runs and venturing into world class freeride terrain, to night skiing beneath Scandinavian skies, these destinations take adventure well beyond the everyday piste.

Spanning Norway, Germany, Austria and Switzerland, the collection showcases resorts where challenging terrain, high-altitude skiing and unforgettable mountain experiences come together to create the perfect escape for thrill-seekers looking to push their limits on the slopes this winter.

Hemsedal, Norway

Nestled within the Scandinavian Alps, Hemsedal is host to over 50 fantastic slopes and 20 ski lifts, making it one of the largest ski resorts in the country. Ideal for ski enthusiasts looking for adventure, the resort offers exciting black runs through snow-dusted forests or even the opportunity to night ski under the breathtaking northern lights. Lesser known than traditional European resorts, Hemsedal offers fewer crowds and more extremes.

Where to stay: Fýri Resort AS

A luxurious and elegant hotel, it’s no wonder the property was voted Norway’s Best Ski Hotel by the World Ski Awards. Offering unmatched ski in and ski out access, Fýri Resort AS allows guests to make the most of their time chasing thrills on the mountains and taking in the spectacular views. Providing a warm and cosy atmosphere with chic and modern interiors, the hotel offers a truly memorable stay.

HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis at Fýri Resort AS, Hemsedal priced from £1,295pp. This price includes flights, accommodation and private transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700. To find out more about Norway's largest ski resorts, please view the Ski Solutions blog here.

Garmisch Partenkirchen, Germany

Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of Germany’s most famous ski resorts, known for its spectacular scenery, traditional Alpine charm and legendary slopes. The resort offers high-altitude glacier skiing on the magnificent Zugspitze, with a long, snow-sure season running from mid-November to April. It’s also home to the historic Kandahar ski run, renowned for ski racing, with the infamous Free Fall section reaching a nail-biting 92% gradient, making it one of Europe’s steepest runs.

Where to stay: Mercure Hotel Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Located in the heart of Partenkirchen, the Mercure Hotel Garmisch-Partenkirchen is the ideal base for those looking to relax after a long day spent exploring the slopes. Home to an indoor swimming pool and sauna, here guests can reset and heal muscles before enjoying a delicious Bavarian dinner at the Alt-Partenkirchen restaurant. Providing modern rooms with a touch of traditional Alpine charm, it’s a great hotel for all types of traveller.

HOW: Ski Solutions offers stays at Mercure Hotel Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Garmisch Partenkirchen on a bed and breakfast basis, including accommodation, flights and private transfers. For general enquiries and pricing please contact www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700. To find out more about the steepest ski runs in the world, please view the Ski Solutions blog here.

St. Anton, Austria

With its formidable expert terrain, impressive snow record, and legendary après-ski, St. Anton is one of the true heavyweights of Alpine skiing. Famous for its extensive and diverse ski terrain catering to skiers of all levels, the resort is also a world-leading freeride destination, with the 2,811m Valluga summit unlocking snow-sure off-piste terrain. Ideal for intermediate skiers and snowboarders, the resort also offers 305km of pistes and 88 lifts across the wider Ski Arlberg region, providing snow enthusiasts with access to one of the largest ski areas in Austria.

Where to stay: Ski Hotel Galzig

Renowned as one of the best located hotels in St. Anton, Ski Hotel Galzig is ideally located right at the base of the main Galzig gondola and just a minutes walk away from the centre of the town. The four star property provides guests with modern and contemporary rooms that boast incredible views of the mountains alongside fantastic sauna, fitness and massage facilities.

HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis at Ski Hotel Galzig, St. Anton, priced from £1,345pp. This price includes flights, accommodation and private transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700. To find out more about the top ten best ski resorts in Europe for the 2026/27 season, please view the Ski Solutions blog here.

Verbier, Switzerland

Recognised as one of the most iconic ski resorts in the Alps that offers incredible skiing and charming accommodation, Verbier ski resort provides thrill seekers with the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation. Providing world class skiing thanks to the resort's 89 lifts and 400km of ski area that has a snow-capped altitude of up to 3,300 metres, it has endless adventures for snow enthusiasts to enjoy. The resort is also situated in the centre of the 4 Valleys ski area, meaning it supplies travellers with a variety of exciting terrains that are perfect for all abilities.

Where to stay: La Cordee des Alpes

New to Verbier, La Cordee des Alpes is a luxurious four-star hotel that promises an unforgettable stay. Designed with both international and local architects, the property effortlessly reflects the Alpine environment. Providing the finest facilities and service, guests can expect a memorable gastronomic restaurant and bar, and oasis like swimming pool, spa and gym. Providing a truly relaxing stay with modern interiors that create a cosy feel, it’s an ideal home away from home.

HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis at La Cordee des Alpes, Verbier, priced from £1,945pp. This price includes flights, accommodation and rail transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700.

Ski Solutions is Britain's original specialist ski travel agency and tailor-made tour operator and has been arranging ski holidays for more than 40 years to Europe and North America. Ski Solutions works with the finest chalets, hotels and apartments in the mountains and with access to the full ski market, they can tailor-make the perfect holiday. Offering total flexibility, their ski experts can find the best solution for their clients, whether that’s a luxury seven-night escape, a ski weekend or a long-haul, multi-destination trip.