Ski resorts for beginners worldwide

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Beginner-friendly ski resorts worldwide

51-250 out of 525 ski resorts
1. Ladurns
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Eisacktal Sterzing-Ratschings-Gossensass
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Ladurns
Ladurns is very well suited for beginners. The Ladurns ski school has received multiple awards.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8.4 km(47 %)
  Overall: 18 km
Details
1. Panorama
North America Canada British Columbia Kootenay Rockies East Kootenay
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Panorama
The lower part of the Panorama ski area is ideal for beginners. Here you will find many easy and wide… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner31.2 km(28 %)
  Overall: 112 km
Details
1. Red Mountain Resort – Rossland
North America Canada British Columbia Kootenay Rockies Kootenay Boundary
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Red Mountain Resort – Rossland
Red Mountain Resort is ideal for beginners. Beginners start at the conveyor belt in the Learning Zone.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(17 %)
  Overall: 120 km
Details
1. SilverStar
North America Canada British Columbia Thompson Okanagan North Okanagan
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
SilverStar
The SilverStar ski resort is a paradise for beginners. Around the village, you'll find magic carpets… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(17 %)
  Overall: 115 km
Details
1. Lake Louise
North America Canada Alberta Alberta's Rockies Banff & Lake Louise
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Lake Louise
Beginners will find the perfect terrain at the base station of the Lake Louise ski area on Sunny Side.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner35 km(25 %)
  Overall: 139 km
Details
1. Goldeck – Spittal an der Drau
Europe Austria Carinthia (Kärnten) Upper Carinthia (Oberkärnten) Millstätter See
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Goldeck – Spittal an der Drau
The Goldeck ski resort is very well suited for beginners. Right at the mountain station, the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15.1 km(50 %)
  Overall: 30.2 km
Details
1. Hinterstoder – Höss
Europe Austria Upper Austria (Oberösterreich) Steyr-Kirchdorf Kirchdorf an der Krems Pyhrn-Priel Stodertal
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Hinterstoder – Höss
The Hinterstoder ski resort offers an ideal and very large beginner area with the Sunny Kids Park. On… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner12 km(30 %)
  Overall: 39.9 km
Details
1. Whakapapa – Mt. Ruapehu
Australia and Oceania New Zealand North Island Manawatu-Wanganui
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Whakapapa – Mt. Ruapehu
Beginners will find an ideal practice area in Happy Valley, featuring several conveyor lifts and a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(11 %)
  Overall: 44 km
Details
1. Cardrona
Australia and Oceania New Zealand South Island Otago
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Cardrona
Cardrona is perfect for beginners. In the base area, there are practice slopes with magic carpets. The… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner13 km(29 %)
  Overall: 45 km
Details
1. The Remarkables
Australia and Oceania New Zealand South Island Otago
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
The Remarkables
Beginners will find an ideal practice area with several conveyor lifts right at the base. There is… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(30 %)
  Overall: 20 km
Details
1. Coronet Peak
Australia and Oceania New Zealand South Island Otago
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Coronet Peak
The Coronet Peak ski area is perfect for beginners and features extensive beginner facilities. Several… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8 km(20 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
1. Perisher
Australia and Oceania Australia New South Wales
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Perisher
The Perisher ski resort is a paradise for beginners. Almost the entire ski area can be explored on… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner25 km(38 %)
  Overall: 65 km
Details
1. Thredbo
Australia and Oceania Australia New South Wales
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Thredbo
Beginners can carve down easy slopes from the highest point in Australia all the way to the valley.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(29 %)
  Overall: 52 km
Details
1. Voss Resort
Europe Norway Western Norway (Vestlandet)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Voss Resort
The entire ski area can be accessed via easy slopes. Between Hangurstoppen and Slettafjellet, there… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner25 km(56 %)
  Overall: 45 km
Details
1. Geilo
Europe Norway Buskerud Hallingdal
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Geilo
The Geilo ski resort is a paradise for beginners. The entire winter sports area can be explored on… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18 km(53 %)
  Overall: 34.2 km
Details
1. Kvitfjell
Europe Norway Oppland Lillehammer
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kvitfjell
From the mid-station (Mellomstasjon), beginners can access the entire Kvitfjell ski area. Wide and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner21.5 km(55 %)
  Overall: 39 km
Details
1. Hafjell
Europe Norway Oppland Lillehammer
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Hafjell
Hafjell is a great ski resort for beginners, as it offers a variety of very easy and easy slopes… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner38 km(76 %)
  Overall: 50 km
Details
1. Stöten
Europe Sweden Northern Sweden (Norrland) Dalarna County Sälen
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Stöten
The Stöten ski resort is a paradise for beginners. Almost the entire ski area can be explored on very… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner26 km(81 %)
  Overall: 32 km
Details
1. Deer Valley
North America USA Utah Salt Lake City
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Deer Valley
Deer Valley is ideal for beginners. Beginners start at the magic carpets at the Snow Park Lodge. An… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner72 km(36 %)
  Overall: 202 km
Details
1. Kläppen
Europe Sweden Northern Sweden (Norrland) Dalarna County Sälen
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kläppen
The Kläppen ski resort is a paradise for beginners. The entire ski area can be explored on very easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20.3 km(78 %)
  Overall: 26 km
Details
1. Mount Parnassos – Fterolakka/​Kellaria
Europe Greece Central Greece
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Mount Parnassos – Fterolakka/Kellaria
The Parnassos Ski Center is very popular with beginners and offers 4 different practice areas with… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner16.9 km(72 %)
  Overall: 23.4 km
Details
1. Kreischberg
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Murtal
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Murau
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kreischberg
Beginners feel very comfortable at Kreischberg. At the mountain station of the 10-seater gondola,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner17.5 km(41 %)
  Overall: 42.5 km
Details
1. Grimentz/​Zinal
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Val d'Anniviers
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Grimentz/Zinal
Beginners are very well catered for in Grimentz and Zinal on the practice slopes around Bendolla and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner26.5 km(23 %)
  Overall: 115 km
Details
1. Belalp – Blatten
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Belalp – Blatten
The Belap ski resort is a paradise for beginners. Between Hohbiel, Bruchegga, Schönbiel, and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15.1 km(39 %)
  Overall: 38.5 km
Details
1. Lagorai/​Passo Brocon – Castello Tesino
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Sugana Valley (Valsugana)
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Lagorai/Passo Brocon – Castello Tesino
The Lagorai ski area is perfect for beginners. Two ski schools are available. Right at the valley… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.8 km(46 %)
  Overall: 10.4 km
Details
1. Levi
Europe Finland Northern Finland Lapland (Finland)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Levi
Levi is a paradise for beginners. Almost the entire ski area can be accessed via easy slopes. The long… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner17.5 km(45 %)
  Overall: 38.5 km
Details
1. Pyhä
Europe Finland Northern Finland Lapland (Finland)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Pyhä
Pyhä is ideal for beginners. They will feel especially comfortable on the conveyor belt or at the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7 km(52 %)
  Overall: 13.4 km
Details
1. Ruka
Europe Finland Northern Finland Northern Ostrobothnia (Pohjois-Pohjanmaa)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Ruka
The Ruka ski resort is ideal for beginners. Almost the entire ski area can be accessed via easy and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9.1 km(48 %)
  Overall: 19.1 km
Details
1. Pamporovo
Europe Bulgaria Smolyan
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Pamporovo
Pamporovo is one of the best beginner ski resorts in Bulgaria. At the Malina ski center, beginners can… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner17.8 km(60 %)
  Overall: 29.8 km
Details
1. Bansko
Europe Bulgaria Blagoevgrad
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Bansko
The Bansko ski resort is perfect for beginners. At the mountain station of the gondola lift in… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner44 km(59 %)
  Overall: 75 km
Details
1. Hochkössen (Unterberghorn) – Kössen
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kaiserwinkl
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Hochkössen (Unterberghorn) – Kössen
In the Hochkössen ski area, there is an excellent practice area around the valley station. The easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10.5 km(46 %)
  Overall: 22.7 km
Details
1. Nesselwang – Alpspitze (Alpspitzbahn)
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Swabia (Schwaben) Ostallgäu
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Nesselwang – Alpspitze (Alpspitzbahn)
The Alpspitze is very well suited for beginners. From the valley to the mid-station, all slopes are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(75 %)
  Overall: 8 km
Details
1. Kopaonik
Europe Serbia Serbia-South Šumadija and Western Serbia
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kopaonik
The Kopaonik ski resort is a paradise for beginners. At the valley station and right next to all the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner30 km(55 %)
  Overall: 55 km
Details
1. La Molina/​Masella – Alp2500
Europe Spain Catalonia (Catalunya) Girona
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
La Molina/Masella – Alp2500
Beginners and those returning to skiing are in good hands at the Alp2500 ski resort. The resort areas… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner80 km(55 %)
  Overall: 145 km
Details
1. Les Angles
Europe France Occitania Pyrénées-Orientales Prades
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Les Angles
Beginners can explore almost the entire Les Angles ski area on easy and very easy slopes.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner22 km(40 %)
  Overall: 55 km
Details
1. Peyragudes
Europe France Occitania Hautes-Pyrénées Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Europe France Occitania Haute-Garonne Saint-Gaudens
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Peyragudes
The Peyragudes ski resort offers dedicated beginner areas with magic carpets, practice lifts, and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner21 km(50 %)
  Overall: 42 km
Details
1. Saint-Lary-Soulan
Europe France Occitania Hautes-Pyrénées Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Saint-Lary-Soulan
The Saint-Lary-Soulain ski resort is a paradise for beginners. At Pla d'Adet, you can start your first… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner60 km(57 %)
  Overall: 105 km
Details
1. Cerler
Europe Spain Aragon Huesca
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Cerler
The Cerler ski resort is perfect for beginners. The entire ski area can be explored on easy slopes.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner36 km(45 %)
  Overall: 80 km
Details
1. Catinaccio/​Ciampedie – Vigo di Fassa/​Pera di Fassa
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Val di Fassa (Fassa Valley/​Fassatal)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Catinaccio/Ciampedie – Vigo di Fassa/Pera di Fassa
Beginners will find an ideal practice area in Ciampedie. Ciampedie is the heart of the ski area and a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6.4 km(47 %)
  Overall: 13.5 km
Details
1. St. Anton/​St. Christoph/​Stuben/​Lech/​Zürs/​Warth/​Schröcken – Ski Arlberg
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland Landeck St. Anton am Arlberg
Europe Austria Vorarlberg Bregenz Bregenzerwald
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
St. Anton/St. Christoph/Stuben/Lech/Zürs/Warth/Schröcken – Ski Arlberg
The entire Ski Arlberg ski area is very well suited for beginners. There are practice slopes in all… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner130 km(43 %)
  Overall: 299.7 km
Details
1. Hemavan
Europe Sweden Northern Sweden (Norrland) Västerbotten Hemavan Tärnaby
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Hemavan
The Hemavan ski resort is a paradise for beginners. You can explore the entire ski area on easy and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner19 km(63 %)
  Overall: 30 km
Details
1. Dundret Lapland – Gällivare
Europe Sweden Northern Sweden (Norrland) Norrbotten Swedish Lapland
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Dundret Lapland – Gällivare
The Dundret Lapland ski resort is perfect for beginners. You can explore the entire ski area on easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(50 %)
  Overall: 12 km
Details
1. Sunday River
North America USA Maine
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Sunday River
The Sunday River ski resort is perfect for beginners. At the South Ridge base station, there are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner25.5 km(30 %)
  Overall: 84.8 km
Details
1. Killington
North America USA Vermont
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Killington
The Killington ski resort is perfect for beginners. At the base stations Snowshed and Ramshead, there… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(17 %)
  Overall: 118.4 km
Details
1. Feldberg – Seebuck/​Grafenmatt/​Fahl
Europe Germany Baden-Württemberg Freiburg (region) Hochschwarzwald Todtnau
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Feldberg – Seebuck/Grafenmatt/Fahl
The Feldberg is an ideal area for beginners. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can take your first turns on… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner12.5 km(43 %)
  Overall: 29 km
Details
1. Tremblant
North America Canada Quebec Laurentides
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Tremblant
Beginners feel very comfortable on the south and north sides of the Tremblant ski area. The entire ski… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner21.6 km(26 %)
  Overall: 81.9 km
Details
1. Bromont
North America Canada Quebec Estrie
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Bromont
Beginners can explore the entire Bromont ski area on very easy and easy slopes. In the valley, there… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10 km(22 %)
  Overall: 45 km
Details
1. Civetta – Alleghe/​Selva di Cadore/​Palafavera/​Zoldo
Europe Italy Venetia (Veneto) Belluno
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Civetta – Alleghe/Selva di Cadore/Palafavera/Zoldo
Almost the entire Civetta ski area can be explored on easy slopes. Only the connection from Palafavera… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner28 km(39 %)
  Overall: 72 km
Details
1. Banff Sunshine
North America Canada Alberta Alberta's Rockies Banff & Lake Louise
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Banff Sunshine
Almost the entire Sunshine Village ski area is very well suited for beginners (except for Goat's Eye… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner25 km(23 %)
  Overall: 109 km
Details
1. Almenwelt Lofer
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Salzburger Saalachtal
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Almenwelt Lofer
At the mountain station of the Loferer Alm Bahn II, beginners will find an ideal area. A covered,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner32 km(70 %)
  Overall: 46 km
Details
1. Whistler Blackcomb
North America Canada British Columbia Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Squamish-Lillooet
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Whistler Blackcomb
Beginners can ski almost the entire Whistler Blackcomb resort on easy slopes. The valley runs down to… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner40 km(20 %)
  Overall: 200 km
Details
1. Gaustablikk – Rjukan
Europe Norway Telemark
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Gaustablikk – Rjukan
The entire ski area can be accessed via easy slopes. A paradise for beginners. There are also several… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner21 km(60 %)
  Overall: 35 km
Details
1. Hovden
Europe Norway Aust-Agder Setesdal
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Hovden
Hovden is the perfect ski resort for beginners. Beginners can explore the entire ski area, including… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner23.1 km(54 %)
  Overall: 42.5 km
Details
1. Kimberley
North America Canada British Columbia Kootenay Rockies East Kootenay
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kimberley
The Kimberley ski resort is ideal for beginners. Beginners can explore the entire ski area on easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(19 %)
  Overall: 80 km
Details
1. Canada Olympic Park – Calgary
North America Canada Alberta Calgary Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Canada Olympic Park – Calgary
Beginners can ski the entire "Ski Hill" and will also find additional conveyor belts for practice. … more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner3.5 km(88 %)
  Overall: 4 km
Details
1. Niseko United – Annupuri/​Grand Hirafu/​Hanazono/​Niseko Village
Asia Japan Hokkaido
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Niseko United – Annupuri/Grand Hirafu/Hanazono/Niseko Village
Niseko United is a perfect ski resort for beginners. At all base stations, there are chairlifts and/or… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner22.4 km(44 %)
  Overall: 50.8 km
Details
1. Sahoro
Asia Japan Hokkaido
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Sahoro
Beginners will find a perfect area in the lower part of the Sahoro ski resort. Several chairlifts and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8.6 km(34 %)
  Overall: 25 km
Details
1. Furano
Asia Japan Hokkaido
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Furano
The Furano ski resort is perfect for beginners. At both base stations, there are free beginner zones… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(47 %)
  Overall: 32 km
Details
1. Myrkdalen
Europe Norway Western Norway (Vestlandet)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Myrkdalen
Beginners will find a conveyor belt for practice at the valley station of the Myrkdalsekspressen. In… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner16.5 km(48 %)
  Overall: 34.5 km
Details
1. Le Grand Massif – Flaine/​Les Carroz/​Morillon/​Samoëns/​Sixt
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Haute-Savoie Bonneville Faucigny
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Haute-Savoie Bonneville Faucigny Grand Massif
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Le Grand Massif – Flaine/Les Carroz/Morillon/Samoëns/Sixt
With over 50% easy slopes, the ski resort is well suited for beginners. All locations are connected by… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner135 km(51 %)
  Overall: 265 km
Details
1. Nakiska
North America Canada Alberta Kananaskis Country
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Nakiska
The Nakiska ski resort is ideal for beginners. Right at the valley station at the Nakiska Day Lodge,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.2 km(17 %)
  Overall: 25 km
Details
1. Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Seiser Alm
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm)
The high plateau on the Seiser Alm is excellent terrain for beginners. The easy slopes around… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(24 %)
  Overall: 63 km
Details
1. Marmot Basin – Jasper
North America Canada Alberta Alberta's Rockies
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Marmot Basin – Jasper
Beginners can explore almost the entire Marmot Basin ski area on easy slopes. From all lifts, except… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner26 km(29 %)
  Overall: 91 km
Details
1. Grandvalira – Pas de la Casa/​Grau Roig/​Soldeu/​El Tarter/​Canillo/​Encamp
Europe Andorra
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Grandvalira – Pas de la Casa/Grau Roig/Soldeu/El Tarter/Canillo/Encamp
In Grandvalira, beginner areas can be found in all 6 sectors. These are marked in green on the piste… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner100 km(47 %)
  Overall: 215 km
Details
1. Mont-Sainte-Anne
North America Canada Quebec Capitale-Nationale
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Mont-Sainte-Anne
Beginners feel very comfortable on the south and north sides of the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski area. The… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(21 %)
  Overall: 73 km
Details
1. Telluride
North America USA Colorado
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Telluride
Beginners will find the best conditions from Mountain Village through Meadows all the way to Ute Park.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6.7 km(8 %)
  Overall: 88.2 km
Details
1. Serre Chevalier – Briançon/​Chantemerle/​Villeneuve-la-Salle/​Le Monêtier-les-Bains
Europe France Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Hautes-Alpes Briançon Vallée de la Guisane
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Serre Chevalier – Briançon/Chantemerle/Villeneuve-la-Salle/Le Monêtier-les-Bains
Over 50% of the slopes are easy, allowing beginners to explore the entire ski area and move from one… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner137.5 km(55 %)
  Overall: 250 km
Details
1. Riesneralm – Donnersbachwald
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Liezen Schladming-Dachstein
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Riesneralm – Donnersbachwald
Beginners will find perfect conditions in the area of the 1st Austrian Children's Ski Carousel.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20.2 km(57 %)
  Overall: 35.2 km
Details
1. Ochsenkopf
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Fichtel Mountains (Fichtelgebirge)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Ochsenkopf
At Ochsenkopf, there are perfect beginner slopes from the summit down to both valley stations. Even… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner2.4 km(51 %)
  Overall: 4.7 km
Details
1. Mammoth Mountain
North America USA California Mammoth Lakes
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Mountain offers many easy runs in the lower area. You can ski from Eagle Lodge to Canyon Lodge… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18.4 km(20 %)
  Overall: 89.8 km
Details
1. Palisades Tahoe
North America USA Western United States Lake Tahoe
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Palisades Tahoe
The Palisades Tahoe ski resort is ideal for beginners. At the base stations Palisades and Alpine,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner50 km(25 %)
  Overall: 200 km
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1. Sun Peaks
North America Canada British Columbia Thompson Okanagan Thompson-Nicola
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Sun Peaks
The Sun Peaks ski resort is a paradise for beginners. The entire ski area can be explored on easy and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner13.5 km(10 %)
  Overall: 135 km
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1. Baqueira/​Beret
Europe Spain Catalonia (Catalunya) Lleida Val d’Aran
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Baqueira/Beret
In Baqueira Beret, several special beginner areas are marked in green on the piste map. In Baqueira,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner77 km(46 %)
  Overall: 166 km
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1. Beitostølen
Europe Norway Oppland Valdres
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Beitostølen
The ski resort is a paradise for beginners, and they can explore almost the entire area. The many easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(75 %)
  Overall: 12 km
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1. Formigal
Europe Spain Aragon Huesca
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Formigal
Beginner areas can be found in Sextas, Anayet, and Portalet. All are within walking distance from the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner48 km(34 %)
  Overall: 143 km
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1. Åre
Europe Sweden Northern Sweden (Norrland) Jämtland Åre
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Åre
The Åre ski resort is a paradise for beginners. Almost the entire winter sports area can be explored… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner45 km(49 %)
  Overall: 91 km
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1. Vemdalsskalet
Europe Sweden Northern Sweden (Norrland) Jämtland Vemdalen
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Vemdalsskalet
The Vemdalsskalet ski area is ideal for beginners. You can explore the entire ski area on easy and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(28 %)
  Overall: 18 km
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1. Idre Fjäll
Europe Sweden Central Sweden
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Idre Fjäll
The Idre Fjäll ski resort can be explored almost entirely on easy slopes. The only exception is the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner17 km(41 %)
  Overall: 41 km
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1. Winter Park Resort
North America USA Colorado
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Winter Park Resort
Winter Park is the ideal ski resort for beginners. Between Winter Park Mountain, Mary Jane, and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner11 km(8 %)
  Overall: 143 km
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1. Espace Diamant – Les Saisies/​Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe/​Praz sur Arly/​Flumet/​Crest-Voland
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Savoie Albertville Beaufortain
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Haute-Savoie Bonneville Pays du Mont Blanc
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Savoie Albertville Val d'Arly
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Espace Diamant – Les Saisies/Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe/Praz sur Arly/Flumet/Crest-Voland
It’s hard to imagine a ski mountain better suited for beginners than Mont Bisanne: it has gentle… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner132 km(69 %)
  Overall: 192 km
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1. Buttermilk Mountain
North America USA Colorado Aspen Snowmass
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Buttermilk Mountain
Buttermilk Mountain is the ideal mountain for beginners. Beginners can explore the entire ski area on… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner11.9 km(35 %)
  Overall: 34 km
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1. Beaver Creek
North America USA Colorado
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek is an ideal ski resort for beginners. Right at Beaver Creek Village, there are dedicated… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner28.5 km(19 %)
  Overall: 150 km
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1. Breckenridge
North America USA Colorado
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Breckenridge
Beginners will find very easy slopes in the lower part of the ski area. You can ski on easy slopes… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner28 km(18 %)
  Overall: 153 km
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1. Via Lattea – Sestriere/​Sauze d’Oulx/​San Sicario/​Claviere/​Montgenèvre
Europe Italy Piedmont (Piemonte) Turin (Torino)
Europe France Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Hautes-Alpes Briançon
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Via Lattea – Sestriere/Sauze d’Oulx/San Sicario/Claviere/Montgenèvre
In all resorts of the Via Lattea ski area, beginners will find easy slopes in the valley and practice… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner96 km(24 %)
  Overall: 400 km
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1. Megève/​Saint-Gervais
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Haute-Savoie Bonneville Pays du Mont Blanc
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Megève/Saint-Gervais
The entire ski area of Megève and Saint-Gervais can be accessed by beginners. It is very easy to reach… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner70 km(38 %)
  Overall: 185 km
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1. Rinderberg/​Saanerslochgrat/​Horneggli – Zweisimmen/​Saanenmöser/​Schönried/​St. Stephan
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Gstaad
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Rinderberg/Saanerslochgrat/Horneggli – Zweisimmen/Saanenmöser/Schönried/St. Stephan
The Rinderberg/Saanerslochgrat/Horneggli ski area is perfect for beginners. It is one of the ski areas… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner64.3 km(72 %)
  Overall: 88.9 km
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1. Adelboden/​Lenk – Chuenisbärgli/​Silleren/​Hahnenmoos/​Metsch
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Adelboden-Frutigen
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Lenk-Simmental
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Adelboden/Lenk – Chuenisbärgli/Silleren/Hahnenmoos/Metsch
The Adelboden-Lenk ski area is perfect for beginners. Gentle slopes lead from Adelboden to Lenk and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner46 km(53 %)
  Overall: 86 km
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1. Białka Tatrzańska – Kotelnica/​Kaniówka/​Bania
Europe Poland Lesser Poland (Województwo małopolskie)
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Białka Tatrzańska – Kotelnica/Kaniówka/Bania
The entire ski area is perfect for beginners. All points of the ski area can be reached via easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner17.3 km(81 %)
  Overall: 21.3 km
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1. Feuerkogel – Ebensee
Europe Austria Upper Austria (Oberösterreich) Salzkammergut Lake Traunsee
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Feuerkogel – Ebensee
The high plateau at Feuerkogel is ideal for beginners. Almost the entire ski area can be explored on… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6.5 km(61 %)
  Overall: 10.6 km
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1. Zauchensee/​Flachauwinkl
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pongau Salzburger Sportwelt Altenmarkt-Zauchensee
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Zauchensee/Flachauwinkl
In Zauchensee, learning to ski is a relaxed experience. Beginners can try their first turns in the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner23.5 km(52 %)
  Overall: 45 km
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1. SnowWorld Amnéville (indoor ski area)
Europe France Grand-Est Moselle
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
SnowWorld Amnéville
The entire indoor ski hall is very well suited for beginners. more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.7 km(100 %)
  Overall: 0.7 km
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1. Grand Tourmalet/​Pic du Midi – La Mongie/​Barèges
Europe France Occitania Hautes-Pyrénées Argelès-Gazost
Europe France Occitania Hautes-Pyrénées Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Grand Tourmalet/Pic du Midi – La Mongie/Barèges
Grand Tourmalet is an ideal ski resort for beginners. In La Mongie, Tournaboup, and Laquette, conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner58 km(58 %)
  Overall: 100 km
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1. Stowe
North America USA Vermont
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Stowe
At the Spruce Camp Base Lodge, there is a dedicated beginner area with three chairlifts and a conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(29 %)
  Overall: 70 km
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1. Les Sybelles – Le Corbier/​La Toussuire/​Les Bottières/​St Colomban des Villards/​St Sorlin/​St Jean d’Arves
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Savoie Maurienne
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Les Sybelles – Le Corbier/La Toussuire/Les Bottières/St Colomban des Villards/St Sorlin/St Jean d’Arves
The advantage of purpose-built resorts is that the needs of beginners were already taken into account… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner71.3 km(23 %)
  Overall: 310 km
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1. Alpe d'Huez
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Isère Grenoble
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Alpe d'Huez
In Alpe d'Huez, learning to ski is especially easy. Numerous valley lifts provide access to gentle… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner70 km(28 %)
  Overall: 250 km
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1. Alta Badia
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Alta Badia
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Alta Badia
Thanks to its many easy runs, Alta Badia is a perfect ski area for beginners. Very long, wide, and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner74 km(57 %)
  Overall: 130 km
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1. Les Arcs/​Peisey-Vallandry (Paradiski)
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Savoie Albertville Tarentaise
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Les Arcs/Peisey-Vallandry (Paradiski)
For beginners, Les Arcs offers numerous wide and easily visible easy slopes, both in the area close to… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner104 km(52 %)
  Overall: 200 km
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1. Jungholz
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Reutte Tannheimer Tal
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Jungholz
The Jungholz ski area is an ideal destination for beginners. All lifts can be accessed via easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7 km(70 %)
  Overall: 10 km
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1. Gålå
Europe Norway Oppland Lillehammer
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Gålå
The Gålå ski resort is ideal for beginners. Easy slopes are accessible from all lifts. Right next to… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(75 %)
  Overall: 20 km
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1. La Plagne (Paradiski)
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Savoie Albertville Tarentaise
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
La Plagne (Paradiski)
Beginner areas are set up throughout the entire ski resort. Here, even the lifts are usually free of… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner139 km(62 %)
  Overall: 225 km
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1. Rosshütte – Seefeld
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck Innsbruck-Land Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau
Ski resort status
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Rosshütte – Seefeld
Ideal for taking your first steps in the snow is the large beginner area (Sportis Kinderland) at the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner11.2 km(59 %)
  Overall: 19.1 km
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152. Pfelders (Moos in Passeier)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Merano and Environs Passeier Valley (Passeiertal)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Pfelders (Moos in Passeier)
Pfelders is very well suited for beginners. The Murmi Snowpark offers a separate practice area with… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(28 %)
  Overall: 18 km
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152. Racines-Giovo (Ratschings-Jaufen)/​Malga Calice (Kalcheralm)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Eisacktal Sterzing-Ratschings-Gossensass
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Racines-Giovo (Ratschings-Jaufen)/Malga Calice (Kalcheralm)
Complete beginners can start in the practice areas of the ski schools at the mountain and valley… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5.6 km(20 %)
  Overall: 28.1 km
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152. Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei
There is a large beginner ski area in the village of Kals at the Dorf- and Tremblerlift as well as at… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8.5 km(21 %)
  Overall: 40 km
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152. Kronplatz (Plan de Corones)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Plan de Corones (Kronplatz)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kronplatz (Plan de Corones)
Beginners are well taken care of at the summit of Kronplatz at the lifts Plateau, Olang II, Alpen… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner58 km(48 %)
  Overall: 121 km
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152. Sillian – Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol) East Tyrolean Hochpustertal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Sillian – Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)
At the mountain station of the gondola, there is a designated, freely accessible practice area with a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5.3 km(24 %)
  Overall: 22.4 km
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152. Belpiano (Schöneben)/​Malga San Valentino (Haideralm)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Venosta Valley (Vinschgau)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Belpiano (Schöneben)/Malga San Valentino (Haideralm)
On the Schöneben high plateau, beginners will find their territory between the two six-seater… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner29 km(45 %)
  Overall: 65 km
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152. St. Jakob im Defereggental – Brunnalm
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol) Deferreggen Valley (Defereggental)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
St. Jakob im Defereggental – Brunnalm
Directly at the valley station, there is a beginner area with a practice rope tow and two conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(21 %)
  Overall: 23.7 km
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152. Biberwier – Marienberg
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Außerfern Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Biberwier – Marienberg
The Marienberg ski area in Biberwier is very well suited for beginners. Beginners can start at the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7.3 km(66 %)
  Overall: 11 km
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152. Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Salzkammergut Ausseerland
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf
Beginners will find many easy slopes on the Tauplitzalm. From the Tauplitzseelift to the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18.5 km(43 %)
  Overall: 43.5 km
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152. Spieljoch – Fügen
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Schwaz Zillertal Erste Ferienregion im Zillertal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Spieljoch – Fügen
At the mountain station of the Spieljochbahn, there is a large practice area with two conveyor belts,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5.8 km(28 %)
  Overall: 20.5 km
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152. Latemar – Obereggen/​Pampeago/​Predazzo
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Eggental Valley (Val D’ega)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Val di Fiemme
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Latemar – Obereggen/Pampeago/Predazzo
Beginners will find easy practice slopes in all areas of the Ski Center Latemar. In Pampeago, there… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9.3 km(19 %)
  Overall: 49 km
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152. Hochkönig – Maria Alm/​Dienten/​Mühlbach
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Hochkönig
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hochkönig – Maria Alm/Dienten/Mühlbach
Some parts of the ski area are very suitable for beginners. Maria Alm offers several easy slopes and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner52 km(43 %)
  Overall: 120 km
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152. Madonna di Campiglio/​Pinzolo/​Folgàrida/​Marilleva
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Val di Sole (Sole Valley)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Madonna di Campiglio/​Pinzolo/​Val Rendena
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Madonna di Campiglio/Pinzolo/Folgàrida/Marilleva
Beginners are very well catered for in the Skiarea Campiglio Dolomiti di Brenta… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner50 km(32 %)
  Overall: 155 km
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152. Silvretta Montafon
Europe Austria Vorarlberg Bludenz Montafon
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Silvretta Montafon
Beginner areas are located in Schruns (Kapell), Gaschurn (valley station and Versettla), and St.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner60 km(42 %)
  Overall: 141.6 km
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152. Val Gardena (Gröden)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Val Gardena (Gröden)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Val Gardena (Gröden)
There are ski schools in all locations (St. Christina/S. Cristina, St. Ulrich/Ortisei,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner52 km(29 %)
  Overall: 181 km
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152. Lermoos – Grubigstein
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Außerfern Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Lermoos – Grubigstein
Beginners can explore almost the entire ski area on easy slopes. The Familyjet, Austria's shortest… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner14.4 km(54 %)
  Overall: 26.5 km
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152. Gitschberg Jochtal
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Eisacktal Gitschberg-Jochtal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Gitschberg Jochtal
Above all, the slopes in Vals are very well suited for beginners. The gradient and width of the easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18.5 km(34 %)
  Overall: 55 km
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152. Damüls Mellau
Europe Austria Vorarlberg Bregenz Bregenzerwald
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Damüls Mellau
Beginners are well taken care of in the Damüls Mellau ski area. Both villages offer practice lifts and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner29.9 km(39 %)
  Overall: 75.8 km
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152. Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kufstein Holiday Region Alpbachtal
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kufstein Wildschönau
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau
There are many ski schools in Ski Juwel and many practice lifts in the individual villages. The… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner31.1 km(32 %)
  Overall: 96.7 km
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152. Hochoetz – Oetz
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Imst (District) Ötztal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hochoetz – Oetz
The slopes at the mountain station in Hochoetz are very well suited for beginners. The Weselelift,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner12 km(32 %)
  Overall: 37.5 km
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152. Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/​Gerlos/​Königsleiten/​Hochkrimml
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Schwaz Zillertal Zell-Gerlos
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/Gerlos/Königsleiten/Hochkrimml
The Zillertal Arena ski area is very well suited for beginners in several locations. At the Rosenalm… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner50 km(33 %)
  Overall: 150.1 km
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152. Kleine Scheidegg/​Männlichen – Grindelwald/​Wengen
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Jungfrau Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen – Grindelwald/Wengen
Grindelwald and Wengen offer ideal conditions for beginners. Directly below the Kleine Scheidegg… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner33 km(33 %)
  Overall: 101 km
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152. Wildhaus – Gamserrugg (Toggenburg)
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland St. Gallen Toggenburg
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Wildhaus – Gamserrugg (Toggenburg)
In Wildhaus, beginners will find easy and wide slopes between Freienalp and Oberdorf. The six-seater… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner3 km(13 %)
  Overall: 23 km
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152. Glungezer – Tulfes
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck Innsbruck-Land Hall-Wattens Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Glungezer – Tulfes
Beginners and those returning to skiing will find a large practice area at the Halsmarter mid-station.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6.5 km(28 %)
  Overall: 23 km
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152. Ponte di Legno/​Tonale/​Presena Glacier/​Temù (Pontedilegno-Tonale)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Val di Sole (Sole Valley)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Ponte di Legno/Tonale/Presena Glacier/Temù (Pontedilegno-Tonale)
Beginners will find the perfect area at Passo Tonale. Modern chairlifts, practice lifts, and conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner24 km(24 %)
  Overall: 100 km
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152. Dorfgastein/​Großarltal
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pongau Grossarltal
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pongau Gastein
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Dorfgastein/Großarltal
In Dorfgastein, beginners can start with the ski schools in the valley and practice at the Rauchleiten… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner31 km(46 %)
  Overall: 67.5 km
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152. Monte Bondone
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Trento/​Monte Bondone/​Valle di Laghi/​Valle dell´Adige
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Monte Bondone
Beginners feel very comfortable between Norge and Vason on the easy and wide slopes. The slopes are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.8 km(26 %)
  Overall: 18.8 km
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152. Axamer Lizum
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Axamer Lizum
Beginners will find an ideal practice area at the Kaserwald (drag lift) and Talbodenlift (button lift)… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7.2 km(18 %)
  Overall: 40.7 km
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152. Turracher Höhe
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Murau
Europe Austria Carinthia (Kärnten) Upper Carinthia (Oberkärnten) Feldkirchen Nockberge
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Turracher Höhe
The slopes for beginners are located at the Übungswiesenlift, Wildkopflift, and Zirbenwaldbahn.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner14.5 km(34 %)
  Overall: 42.7 km
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152. Hohsaas – Saas-Grund
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Saas-Fee/​Saastal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hohsaas – Saas-Grund
Beginners will find ideal terrain at Kreuzboden. At around 2,400 m, Snowland offers a magic carpet and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.4 km(17 %)
  Overall: 26.1 km
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152. Elm im Sernftal
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Glarus Sernftal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Elm im Sernftal
Beginners have the perfect start in the Kinder-Arena Elm on Ämpächli. With an Arena ticket, the area… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(38 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
152. Pizol – Bad Ragaz/​Wangs
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Heidiland
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Pizol – Bad Ragaz/Wangs
At both mountain stations of the gondola lifts, there are conveyor belts and practice lifts directly… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner18.7 km(43 %)
  Overall: 43.6 km
Details
152. Kitzsteinhorn/​Maiskogel – Kaprun
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Zell am See-Kaprun
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kitzsteinhorn/Maiskogel – Kaprun
The wide and gentle glacier slopes on the Kitzsteinhorn are ideal for beginners. Beginners can ski… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner30.5 km(49 %)
  Overall: 62.5 km
Details
152. Paganella – Andalo
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino Altopiano della Paganella/​Dolomiti di Brenta/​Lago di Molveno
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Paganella – Andalo
Beginners have access to 5 ski school slopes on the mountain and in the valley. More than 200 ski… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(24 %)
  Overall: 37.2 km
Details
152. Flumserberg
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Heidiland
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Flumserberg
For beginners, there are two free children's areas with magic carpets and rope lifts. One is located… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner14 km(22 %)
  Overall: 65 km
Details
152. First – Grindelwald
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Jungfrau Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
First – Grindelwald
Beginners can ski in the upper area of the resort on easy slopes. From the highest point at Oberjoch… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner30 km(61 %)
  Overall: 49 km
Details
152. Ofterschwang/​Gunzesried – Ofterschwanger Horn
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Swabia (Schwaben) Oberallgäu Hörnerdörfer
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Ofterschwang/Gunzesried – Ofterschwanger Horn
The ski resort is very beginner-friendly. At the valley station in Ofterschwang, there is a practice… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.6 km(28 %)
  Overall: 16.5 km
Details
152. Bellwald
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Goms
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Bellwald
Bellwald is ideal for beginners. Beginners can take their first steps in Snowli's Hasenland at the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10.5 km(53 %)
  Overall: 20 km
Details
152. Hörnerbahn – Bolsterlang
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Swabia (Schwaben) Oberallgäu Hörnerdörfer
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hörnerbahn – Bolsterlang
Beginners are in good hands in the valley at the Dorflift and the Hörni-Tellerlift. Here, there are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8 km(47 %)
  Overall: 17 km
Details
152. San Martino di Castrozza
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) Trentino San Martino di Castrozza/​Passo Rolle/​Primiero/​Vanoi
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
San Martino di Castrozza
Beginners are well catered for in many parts of the San Martino di Castrozza ski area. However, they… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner16 km(27 %)
  Overall: 60 km
Details
152. Scuol – Motta Naluns
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Scuol – Motta Naluns
In the large and sunny beginner area/children’s area Nalunsin, located directly at the mountain… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner27 km(39 %)
  Overall: 70 km
Details
152. Grebenzen – St. Lambrecht
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Murtal
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Murau
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Grebenzen – St. Lambrecht
Grebenzen is very well suited for beginners. The dedicated learning area at the valley station is… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner2.9 km(24 %)
  Overall: 12.2 km
Details
152. Sölden
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Imst (District) Ötztal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Sölden
The two glaciers, the Giggijoch, and the beginner area Innerwald are the hot spots for beginners. The… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner76.4 km(53 %)
  Overall: 143.4 km
Details
152. SnowWorld Bispingen (indoor ski area)
Europe Germany Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen) Heide County
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
SnowWorld Bispingen
The indoor ski hall is perfect for beginners, as you can practice your first turns here before heading… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.3 km(100 %)
  Overall: 0.3 km
Details
152. SNØ (indoor ski area)
Europe Norway Akershus
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
SNØ
The beginner area with a conveyor belt provides a gentle introduction and is the perfect place for… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.6 km(67 %)
  Overall: 0.9 km
Details
152. Nesfjellet – Nesbyen
Europe Norway Buskerud Hallingdal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Nesfjellet – Nesbyen
The Nesfjellet ski resort is perfect for beginners. You can explore almost the entire ski area on easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner8.5 km(53 %)
  Overall: 15.9 km
Details
152. Snow King Mountain – Jackson
North America USA Wyoming
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Snow King Mountain – Jackson
Beginners can practice their first turns on the practice slopes with conveyor belts in the valley and… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5.6 km(35 %)
  Overall: 16 km
Details
152. Jackson Hole
North America USA Wyoming
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Jackson Hole
Even though Jackson Hole is better known for experts, there are definitely great options for beginners… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner16 km(14 %)
  Overall: 116 km
Details
152. Plešivec – Abertamy
Europe Czech Republic Karlovy Vary Region (Karlovarský kraj)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Plešivec – Abertamy
Beginners can make great progress in the Pleßberg (Plešivec) ski area. The children's area near… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7.8 km(69 %)
  Overall: 11.3 km
Details
152. Bormio – Cima Bianca
Europe Italy Lombardy Valtellina Alta Valtellina
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Bormio – Cima Bianca
Beginners will find an ideal beginner area at the Bormio 2000 mid-station. This area is located right… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner16 km(32 %)
  Overall: 50 km
Details
152. Minschuns – Val Müstair-Tschierv
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Minschuns – Val Müstair-Tschierv
Beginners are very well taken care of in the Minschuns ski area. At Alp da Munt, there is an easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(33 %)
  Overall: 18 km
Details
152. Livigno
Europe Italy Lombardy Valtellina Alta Valtellina
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Livigno
Beginners feel very comfortable on the many practice slopes at the edge of Livigno. Magic carpets, ski… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner32 km(28 %)
  Overall: 115 km
Details
152. Galtür – Silvapark
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Landeck Paznaun-Ischgl
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Galtür – Silvapark
Right next to the valley station, there is a large and ideal beginner area with several conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(14 %)
  Overall: 43 km
Details
152. Espace San Bernardo – La Rosière/​La Thuile
Europe France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoie Mont Blanc Savoie Albertville Tarentaise
Europe Italy Aosta Valley (Valle d'Aosta) Mont Blanc (Monte Bianco)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Espace San Bernardo – La Rosière/La Thuile
Beginners are well taken care of in the Espace San Bernardo ski area. La Rosière offers easy slopes… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner56 km(39 %)
  Overall: 143.1 km
Details
152. Kasberg – Grünau im Almtal
Europe Austria Upper Austria (Oberösterreich) Salzkammergut Almtal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kasberg – Grünau im Almtal
The Kasberg family ski area is very well suited for beginners. With Brunos Kinderskiarena, it offers a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner13 km(57 %)
  Overall: 23 km
Details
152. Dachstein West – Gosau/​Russbach/​Annaberg
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Tennengau
Europe Austria Upper Austria (Oberösterreich) Salzkammergut Dachstein-Salzkammergut
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Dachstein West – Gosau/Russbach/Annaberg
Beginners can learn to ski very well in Gosau, Gosau-Hintertal, Russbach, and Annaberg-Astauwinkel… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(29 %)
  Overall: 51 km
Details
152. Schwemmalm
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Merano and Environs Val d’Ultimo (Ultental)
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Schwemmalm
For beginners, there are several opportunities to learn skiing on easy slopes and with conveyor belts.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6.3 km(23 %)
  Overall: 27.4 km
Details
152. Füssener Jöchle – Grän
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Reutte Tannheimer Tal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Füssener Jöchle – Grän
Beginners take their first steps at the Märchenwiese in the valley. The beginner area is located… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner3 km(33 %)
  Overall: 9 km
Details
152. Neunerköpfle – Tannheim
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Reutte Tannheimer Tal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Neunerköpfle – Tannheim
In Tannheim, beginners start in the valley at the beginner area Ice Age. The conveyor belt provides… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner2.5 km(29 %)
  Overall: 8.5 km
Details
152. Rangger Köpfl – Oberperfuss
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck region Sellraintal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Rangger Köpfl – Oberperfuss
The Rangger Köpfl ski area in Oberperfuss offers good conditions for beginners. Everyone can take the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(50 %)
  Overall: 10 km
Details
152. The Snow Centre – Hemel Hempstead (indoor ski area)
Europe United Kingdom England East of England
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
The Snow Centre – Hemel Hempstead
Throughout the entire ski hall, there are only easy slopes. For your first attempts, the beginner area… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.3 km(100 %)
  Overall: 0.3 km
Details
152. Ski Egypt (indoor ski area)
Africa Egypt
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Ski Egypt
The indoor ski hall Ski Egypt offers special beginner slopes with conveyor belts for optimal and safe… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.3 km(100 %)
  Overall: 0.3 km
Details
152. Whitewater – Nelson
North America Canada British Columbia Kootenay Rockies Central Kootenay
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Whitewater – Nelson
You can practice your first turns at the Hummer Handle Tow next to the Base Station in a relaxed… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10 km(20 %)
  Overall: 50 km
Details
152. Bergeralm – Steinach am Brenner
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck Innsbruck-Land Wipptal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Bergeralm – Steinach am Brenner
Beginners will find excellent conditions at the Bergeralm ski resort. At the mid-station, Noah's… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9.5 km(33 %)
  Overall: 29 km
Details
152. Mt. Norquay – Banff
North America Canada Alberta Alberta's Rockies Banff & Lake Louise
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Mt. Norquay – Banff
Beginners feel very comfortable near the Cascade Lodge at the Cascade Chair and the Sundance conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10 km(33 %)
  Overall: 30 km
Details
152. Klausberg – Skiworld Ahrntal
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Tauferer Ahrntal (Valli di Tures e Aurina) Skiworld Ahrntal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Klausberg – Skiworld Ahrntal
The Klausberg ski resort is highly recommended for beginners. There are perfect beginner slopes at… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner19.4 km(48 %)
  Overall: 40.5 km
Details
152. Speikboden – Skiworld Ahrntal
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Tauferer Ahrntal (Valli di Tures e Aurina) Skiworld Ahrntal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Speikboden – Skiworld Ahrntal
The Speikboden ski area is very well suited for beginners. There is a large practice area around the… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner22.8 km(55 %)
  Overall: 41.5 km
Details
152. Cortina d'Ampezzo
Europe Italy Venetia (Veneto) Belluno Cortina d’Ampezzo
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Cortina d'Ampezzo
The majority of slopes in Cortina d'Ampezzo are easy. Beginners will find many easy slopes between… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner45 km(38 %)
  Overall: 120 km
Details
152. Reith bei Kitzbühel
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kitzbühel (District) Kitzbühel
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Reith bei Kitzbühel
The terrain in Reith is very well suited for beginners. Very wide slopes and an ideal gradient make… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner1.7 km(94 %)
  Overall: 1.8 km
Details
152. Nassfeld – Hermagor
Europe Austria Carinthia (Kärnten) Nassfeld-Pressegger See
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Nassfeld – Hermagor
The Nassfeld ski resort offers several excellent areas for beginners. In the valley area at Tröpolach,… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner30 km(27 %)
  Overall: 110 km
Details
152. Filzmoos
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pongau Salzburger Sportwelt
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Filzmoos
The Filzmoos ski resort is very beginner-friendly. Three ski schools in the village offer ideal… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(45 %)
  Overall: 20 km
Details
152. Rauriser Hochalmbahnen – Rauris
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Raurisertal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Rauriser Hochalmbahnen – Rauris
The Schwazerwiese practice slope at the valley station of the Hochalmbahn is very flat and ideal for… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner15 km(46 %)
  Overall: 32.5 km
Details
152. Hoch-Imst – Imst
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Imst (District) Imst
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hoch-Imst – Imst
Beginners can use the spacious practice area next to the valley station (Winterpark Hoch-Imst). Next… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner2.6 km(25 %)
  Overall: 10.3 km
Details
152. Plose – Brixen (Bressanone)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Eisacktal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Plose – Brixen (Bressanone)
Beginners can start perfectly on the practice slope in the valley. The ski school operates a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner19.5 km(46 %)
  Overall: 42.5 km
Details
152. Zugspitze
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Upper Bavaria (Oberbayern) Zugspitz Region Zugspitzland
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Außerfern Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Zugspitze
There is no conveyor belt for complete beginners on the Zugspitze. However, beginners will find easy… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7 km(35 %)
  Overall: 20 km
Details
152. Big Snow American Dream (indoor ski area)
North America USA New Jersey
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Big Snow American Dream
The indoor ski hall Big Snow American Dream offers special beginner slopes with conveyor belts for… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.3 km(60 %)
  Overall: 0.5 km
Details
152. Snowplanet – Silverdale (indoor ski area)
Australia and Oceania New Zealand North Island Auckland
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Snowplanet – Silverdale
Beginners feel very comfortable in the Snowplanet indoor ski hall. In the lower area, there is a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner0.2 km(67 %)
  Overall: 0.3 km
Details
152. Tūroa – Mt. Ruapehu
Australia and Oceania New Zealand North Island Manawatu-Wanganui
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Tūroa – Mt. Ruapehu
The Tūroa ski area offers the ideal practice area Alpine Meadow with a magic carpet and platter lift… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5 km(17 %)
  Overall: 30 km
Details
152. Mt. Hutt
Australia and Oceania New Zealand South Island Canterbury
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Mt. Hutt
The Mt. Hutt ski area is very well suited for beginners. Right at the base station, there are conveyor… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10 km(29 %)
  Overall: 35 km
Details
152. Treble Cone
Australia and Oceania New Zealand South Island Otago
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Treble Cone
Beginners can improve their skills at the Nice 'n' Easy Platter (platter lift) at the valley station.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4 km(18 %)
  Overall: 22 km
Details
152. Mt. Buller
Australia and Oceania Australia Victoria
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Mt. Buller
Beginners feel extremely comfortable around the Mount Buller Alpine Village. Here, easy and wide… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9.5 km(20 %)
  Overall: 47.5 km
Details
152. Mount Hotham
Australia and Oceania Australia Victoria
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Mount Hotham
The Mt. Hotham ski resort offers ideal training opportunities for your first turns with the Big D quad… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(20 %)
  Overall: 30 km
Details
152. Falls Creek
Australia and Oceania Australia Victoria
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Falls Creek
Beginners are welcome at Falls Creek. At the top station of Halley's Comet, you'll find a practice… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(12 %)
  Overall: 49 km
Details
152. Snowbasin
North America USA Utah
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Snowbasin
At the valley station at the Grizzly Center, conveyor belts are available for beginners. This is also… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner16 km(20 %)
  Overall: 80 km
Details
152. Alta
North America USA Utah Salt Lake City
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Alta
Beginners will find excellent terrain at the Albion Base valley station. The ski school operates a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner11 km(15 %)
  Overall: 71 km
Details
152. Brighton
North America USA Utah Salt Lake City
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Brighton
Many skiers and snowboarders from Utah started out in Brighton. Beginners can get off to a great start… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner14 km(21 %)
  Overall: 66 km
Details
152. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Landeck Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
Beginners will find their area between Fiss and Ladis. Here, there are wide practice slopes, beginner… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner47 km(25 %)
  Overall: 186 km
Details
152. Park City
North America USA Utah Salt Lake City
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Park City
Park City is ideal for beginners at the Park City Mountain Village. But Park City Canyons Village also… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner20 km(8 %)
  Overall: 250 km
Details
152. Snowbird
North America USA Utah Salt Lake City
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Snowbird
Beginners can start in the practice area at the conveyor lift in Snowbird. The ski school offers… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner28 km(27 %)
  Overall: 103 km
Details
152. Hochrindl – Sirnitz
Europe Austria Carinthia (Kärnten) Upper Carinthia (Oberkärnten) Feldkirchen Nockberge
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hochrindl – Sirnitz
Beginners will find excellent opportunities on the Hochrindl. The Hochrindl Ski School operates a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner5.4 km(26 %)
  Overall: 20.6 km
Details
152. Gerlitzen
Europe Austria Carinthia (Kärnten) Villach Region
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Gerlitzen
The Gerlitzen Alpe is a certified ski area for beginners and those returning to skiing. Special ski… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(17 %)
  Overall: 52.9 km
Details
152. Brigels/​Waltensburg/​Andiast
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Surselva
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Brigels/Waltensburg/Andiast
The dedicated practice areas in Brigels and Waltensburg, located at the valley stations, are very well… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner11 km(28 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
152. Zoncolan – Ravascletto/​Sutrio
Europe Italy Friuli-Venezia Giulia Udine
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Zoncolan – Ravascletto/Sutrio
Zoncolan is very well suited for beginners. There are several practice areas with conveyor belts: at… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner9 km(37 %)
  Overall: 24.1 km
Details
152. Zettersfeld – Lienz
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol) Lienz Dolomites
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Zettersfeld – Lienz
Zettersfeld is an ideal ski area for beginners. The ski school operates a beginner’s area with a… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7.9 km(38 %)
  Overall: 21 km
Details
152. Oclini
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Bolzano and environs
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Oclini
Beginners are in good hands at the Jochgrimm ski area. Two very easy and wide beginner slopes are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner3 km(43 %)
  Overall: 7 km
Details
152. Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo) – Sterzing (Vipiteno)
Europe Italy Trentino-Alto Adige (Trentino-Südtirol) South Tyrol (Südtirol) Eisacktal Sterzing-Ratschings-Gossensass
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Rosskopf (Monte Cavallo) – Sterzing (Vipiteno)
Beginners will find easy slopes and a conveyor belt right at the mountain station of the gondola lift.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner6 km(30 %)
  Overall: 20 km
Details
152. Hochzeiger – Jerzens
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Imst (District) Pitztal
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hochzeiger – Jerzens
At the Hochzeiger valley station and mid-station, there are a total of three practice lifts, which are… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner10 km(25 %)
  Overall: 40 km
Details
152. See
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Landeck Paznaun-Ischgl
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
See
Right at the mid-station, there is a large practice area with two conveyor belts and a platter lift.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner7.2 km(17 %)
  Overall: 42.5 km
Details
152. Galsterberg – Pruggern
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Liezen Schladming-Dachstein
Ski resort status
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Galsterberg – Pruggern
Beginners are very well catered for in the Galsterberg ski area around the top station of the gondola.… more
Slope offering for beginners/beginner slopes
Blue slopes beginner4.3 km(38 %)
  Overall: 11.4 km
Details
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