Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Alps

Best ski resorts for advanced skiers in the Alps (best difficult slopes, ski routes) as well as best powder snow skiing/freeriding in the Alps

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Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Alps – Advanced skiers, freeriders Silvretta Montafon

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Alps – Advanced skiers, freeriders Damüls Mellau

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Alps – Advanced skiers, freeriders Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Alps – Advanced skiers, freeriders Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Alps – Advanced skiers, freeriders Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/Gerlos/Königsleiten/Hochkrimml

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Alps: freeride ski resorts and ski resorts for very good skiers (advanced skiers)

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Mountain ranges:
- 1. Eastern Alps (Ostalpen)
- 1. Western Alps
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1. Silvretta Montafon

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Under the motto "Black Scorpions - Craving a Little Fear Sweat," you can experience the most scenic,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 31.6 km (22%)

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1. Damüls Mellau

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Damüls Mellau ski resort is a popular spot among freeriders. Between Damüls and Mellau, there are… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 1.9 km (2%)
Ski routes: 17.7 km

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1. Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

At Cimaross, experts' hearts beat faster, as black slopes and many off-piste powder runs await towards… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6 km (15%)
Ski routes: 4.6 km

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1. Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Advanced skiers will find challenging slopes at Schnee-Express, Wedelexpress, Zillertal Shuttle, and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12.9 km (15%)
Ski routes: 4.5 km

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1. Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/Gerlos/Königsleiten/Hochkrimml

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Königsleiten is the place for freeriders. Around the Königsleitenspitze, there are numerous deep-snow… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12 km (8%)
Ski routes: 3 km

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1. Mayrhofen – Penken/Ahorn/Rastkogel/Eggalm (Mountopolis)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experts should definitely not miss out on Austria's steepest slope experience. The "Harakiri" with a… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 32 km (23%)
Ski routes: 8.7 km

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1. KitzSki – Kitzbühel/Kirchberg

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

With many challenging descents and ski routes, advanced skiers really get their money's worth in… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 20 km (11%)
Ski routes: 45 km

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1. Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experienced skiers can look forward to several challenging, difficult runs. The black… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6 km (14%)
Ski routes: 2 km

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1. Arosa Lenzerheide

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Arosa and Lenzerheide offer plenty of open ski terrain, which is eagerly used. Within the secured ski… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 28 km (12%)

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1. Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen – Grindelwald/Wengen

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen ski area is very popular among experts and freeriders. Several… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 13 km (13%)

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1. SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Pitch-black runs lead from the Hohe Salve down to Söll and Brixen im Thale. From the Brandstadl,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 39 km (14%)

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1. Ischgl/Samnaun – Silvretta Arena

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Ischgl and Samnaun offer an extensive freeride area at Piz Val Gronda, Palinkopf, Greitspitze,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 52 km (22%)
Ski routes: 15 km

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1. Madonna di Campiglio/Pinzolo/Folgàrida/Marilleva

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

For advanced skiers, there are many long and challenging slopes. Highly recommended are the difficult… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 33 km (21%)

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1. Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn (Skicircus)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Advanced skiers will find challenging runs in the ski area, such as the Weltcup-Abfahrt, Nordabfahrt,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 18 km (7%)

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1. Flumserberg

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

There is plenty on offer for advanced skiers at Flumserberg. Challenging runs can be found between… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 11 km (17%)
Ski routes: 6 km

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1. Kitzsteinhorn/Maiskogel – Kaprun

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Kitzsteinhorn is a paradise for advanced skiers. Those who prefer groomed slopes stay at the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 9 km (14%)
Ski routes: 8.9 km

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1. Axamer Lizum

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Challenging descents at Birgitzköpfl, demanding ski routes at Hoadl and Pleisen, as well as plenty of… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 17.6 km (43%)

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1. St. Anton/St. Christoph/Stuben/Lech/Zürs/Warth/Schröcken – Ski Arlberg

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Hardly any ski resort offers as many freeride opportunities, attractive ski routes, and high-alpine… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 49.7 km (17%)

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1. Lauchernalp – Lötschental

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Lauchernalp ski area makes freeriders' hearts beat faster. It opens up an extensive freeride area… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 8 km (20%)

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1. 4 Vallées – Verbier/La Tzoumaz/Nendaz/Veysonnaz/Thyon

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Les 4 Vallées ski area is renowned for freeriding on beautiful and long powder slopes. You’ll find… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 103 km (25%)

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1. Schilthorn – Mürren/Lauterbrunnen

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Schilthorn is a paradise for advanced skiers and freeriders. A deep black slope leads from the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12 km (22%)
Ski routes: 3 km

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1. Brévent/Flégère (Chamonix)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Brévent-Flégère ski area is a paradise for advanced skiers. In addition to the long and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 20 km (36%)

Details

1. Bormio – Cima Bianca

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The slopes in Bormio are generally quite challenging and offer around 1,800 meters of vertical drop in… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12 km (24%)

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1. Livigno

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Livigno offers some wonderful challenging slopes. Natural mogul runs are especially found in the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 20 km (17%)

Details

1. St. Moritz – Corviglia

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Challenging runs and off-piste areas make every expert's heart beat faster. Black slopes such as… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 34 km (22%)
Ski routes: 4.8 km

Details

1. Espace San Bernardo – La Rosière/La Thuile

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Italian side, La Thuile, offers a variety of challenging slopes and open terrain for advanced and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 16.6 km (12%)
Ski routes: 12 km

Details

1. Tignes/Val d'Isère

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Many challenging descents, such as the Sache and Face de Bellevarde, as well as numerous ski routes,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 60 km (20%)

Details

1. Les 3 Vallées – Val Thorens/Les Menuires/Méribel/Courchevel

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Les 3 Vallées ski area can aptly be described as a freeride paradise. The off-piste opportunities… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 60 km (10%)
Ski routes: 50 km

Details

1. Crans-Montana

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

In the higher regions, freeriders will find plenty of open ski terrain. At the Toula chairlift, there… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 15 km (11%)

Details

1. Cortina d'Ampezzo

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Cortina d'Ampezzo attracts visitors with its steep and challenging slopes that truly put even advanced… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 16 km (13%)

Details

1. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

There are many challenging runs – Masnerkopfabfahrt, Pezid, Hohe Pleis, Tscheinabfahrt, Lazid Nord,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 27 km (15%)
Ski routes: 28 km

Details

1. Titlis – Engelberg

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Titlis ski area offers countless freeride opportunities. There are interesting routes from Titlis… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 9.5 km (14%)

Details

1. Grimentz/Zinal

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Grimentz/Zinal ski area is a paradise for advanced skiers. Extremely challenging slopes and vast… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 29.9 km (26%)

Details

1. Belalp – Blatten

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

For experts, the slopes on the Hohstock with gradients of up to 60 percent guarantee an unforgettable… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 11.3 km (29%)
Ski routes: 6.3 km

Details

1. Kaunertal Glacier (Kaunertaler Gletscher)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

At the Kaunertal Glacier, you'll find the Black Ibex, probably the steepest slope in Austria with an… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 10 km (18%)

Details

1. Gurgl – Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experienced skiers will find challenging slopes at Festkogl in Obergurgl as well as at Wurmkogl,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 18.8 km (17%)
Ski routes: 4.5 km

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1. Jakobshorn (Davos Klosters)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Jakobshorn is very popular among freeriders. The entire mountain can be explored on skis and there are… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 2.5 km (6%)
Ski routes: 13 km

Details

1. Obersaxen/Mundaun/Val Lumnezia

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Obersaxen/Mundaun/Val Lumnezia ski area is a paradise for advanced skiers. There are numerous… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 20 km (17%)

Details

1. Laax/Flims/Falera

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Plenty of open ski terrain, countless challenging slopes, and long descents make any expert's heart… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 15 km (9%)
Ski routes: 40 km

Details

1. Andermatt/Oberalp/Sedrun

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Challenging slopes and endless powder runs make the hearts of advanced skiers beat faster in the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12 km (17%)

Details

1. Zermatt/Breuil-Cervinia/Valtournenche – Matterhorn

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Zermatt is a paradise for advanced skiers. The long freeride runs (ski routes) at Stockhorn and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 27 km (8%)
Ski routes: 38 km

Details

1. Sportgastein

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Sportgastein is a paradise for experts and freeriders. The black valley runs are truly challenging.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 1.5 km (8%)
Ski routes: 7.7 km

Details

1. Schmittenhöhe – Zell am See

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The trump card for advanced skiers are the long and challenging runs Trassabfahrt, Standardabfahrt,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 19 km (25%)
Ski routes: 8 km

Details

1. Arabba/Marmolada

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

In Arabba, several attractive black slopes lead down to the valley, especially from Porta Vescovo.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 8.9 km (14%)

Details

1. Gemsstock – Andermatt

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

For advanced skiers, the high-alpine slopes and extensive freeride areas on the Gemsstock are a… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 17 km (55%)
Ski routes: 6 km

Details

1. Les Portes du Soleil – Morzine/Avoriaz/Les Gets/Châtel/Morgins/Champéry

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

A paradise for experts can be found on the deep-snow slopes above the tree line. Numerous mogul runs… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 60 km (10%)

Details

1. Le Grand Massif – Flaine/Les Carroz/Morillon/Samoëns/Sixt

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The wide slopes in Flaine make the hearts of advanced skiers beat faster. Throughout the entire ski… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 35 km (13%)

Details

1. Grands Montets – Argentière (Chamonix)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The descents from Grands Montets over the Glacier des Rognons or below the cable car are the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 14 km (48%)

Details

1. Serre Chevalier – Briançon/Chantemerle/Villeneuve-la-Salle/Le Monêtier-les-Bains

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

On treeless slopes, you'll find endless powder runs, steep descents, and gullies. Jumps over rocks and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 32.5 km (13%)

Details

1. Les 2 Alpes

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

In Les Deux Alpes, apart from the glacier, there are challenging slopes in every sector, and these… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 34 km (17%)

Details

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