We come bearing good news (which I think we all need after the past 18 months, right?). After almost two years of minimal snow sports activity, European ski resorts are poised for a huge season. The glaciers plan to open in October, with the high altitude resorts following in November and everything should be open in time for Christmas. BOOM!
At Willyfinder, we've put together all the information you need about when the European season starts and finishes at all major resorts as we know you’re as excited as we are to get back amongst it.
And remember, no matter where you go, make sure you stand out from the crowd and suit up with your Willyfinder Ski SuitI think we can all agree that this season is not the time to go boring!
Known for friendly locals and traditional Alpine towns, Austrian ski resorts are opening up very soon. We can't wait to get back to flying down The Streif in Kitzbuhel and then into The Londoner for a bit of après ski table dancing. Here are the dates you've been waiting for... Get stuck in!
Resort | Opening | Closing |
Ischgl | 25th November 2021 | 1st May 2022 |
Kitzbuhel | 20th November 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Lech | 3rd December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Mayrhofen | 4th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Obergurgl | 18th November 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Saalbach-Hinterglemm | 26th November 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
St. Anton | 3rd December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Seefeld | 4th December 2021 | 3rd April 2022 |
France is home to some of the most iconic and best ski resorts in the world. Every French resort has plenty of high-speed chairlifts and high-tech systems, meaning that anywhere you choose to go will be great. Here are the ski opening dates. We can't wait to see you out there!
Resort | Opening | Closing |
Alpe d’Huez | 29th November 2021 | 23rd April 2022 |
Avoriaz | 10th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Chamonix | 5rd December 2021 | 22th April 2022 |
Courchevel | 4th December 2021 | 22nd April 2022 |
La Clusaz | 27th November 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
La Plagne | 18th December 2021 | 30th April 2022 |
La Rosiere | 11th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
La Tania | 4th December 2021 | 23rd April 2022 |
Le Grand Bornard | 4th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Les 2 Alpes | 27th November 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Les Arcs | 11th December 2021 | 30th April 2022 |
Les Gets | 18th December 2021 | 10th April 2022 |
Les Houches | 4th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Les Menuires | 4th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Megeve | 18th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Meribel | 4th December 2021 | 8th May 2022 |
Morzine | 29th November 2021 | 23rd April 2022 |
Serre Chevalier | 4th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Tignes | 17th October 2021 | 2nd May 2022 |
Val d’Isere | 27th November 2022 | 1st May 2022 |
Val Thorens | 20th November 2021 | 8th May 2022 |
To find out about entry requirements for France, check out the official government website.
Panoramic pistes, modern ski lifts, beautiful nature, charming ski resorts and most notably delicious cuisine, Italy is one of the top skiing destinations in Europe. Here are the season opening dates. Ciao bella!
Resort | Opening | Closing |
Bardonecchia | 27th November 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Bormio | 27th November 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Cervinia | 28th October 2021 | 2nd May 2022 |
Cortina | 27th November 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Corvara | 4th December 2021 | 10th April 2022 |
Courmayeur | 1st December 2021 | 13th April 2022 |
La Thuile | 4th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Livigno | 24th November 2021 | 28th April 2022 |
Madonna di Campiglio | 27th November 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Sauze d’Oulx | 10th December 2021 | 14th April 2022 |
Sestriere | 4th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
To find out about entry requirements for Italy, check out the official government website.
Famous for easy to reach mountains, stunningly-high peaks with outrageous drops (we see you, Matterhorn and Gemsstock), fluffy powder-covered glaciers, and smooth rolling Alpine forests, skiing in Switzerland tops most people's wish lists. Here are this season’s opening and closing dates.
Resort | Opening | Closing |
Andermatt | 30th Oct 2021 | 1st May 2022 |
Crans Montana | 13th Dec 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Engelberg | 9th Oct 2021 | 22nd May 2022 |
Gstaad | 6th Nov 2021 | 1st May 2022 |
Laax | 30th Oct 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Nendaz | 3rd Dec 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Saas Fee | 3rd Oct 2021 | 20th April 2022 |
St. Moritz | 27th Nov 2021 | 3rd April 2022 |
Verbier | 4th December 2021 | 24th April 2022 |
Villars | 4th Dec 2021 | 27th April 2022 |
Zermatt | All Year Glacier | All Year Glacier |
To find out about entry requirements for Switzerland, check out the official government website.
We hope this brought you some joy. Let’s get booking those holidays - and ordering those suits!