Welcome to our running round-up of the best snow in the Alps. Below you’ll find a snapshot of resorts currently enjoying top skiing conditions, quick notes on snow depth and piste status, and links to Skiworld holidays in each area. Use this as your go-to page when deciding where to chase the fresh powder.
Last updated: 15th January, 2026. This post is updated every time substantial new snow falls or is forecast
How This Page Works
- Updates: We update this page after significant new snowfall — check the last-updated date at the top.
- What we list: A hand-picked selection of resorts with the best current snow in the Alps and surrounding European ranges. Each entry includes: a short summary, current snow depth (from ski area reports), pistes/lifts open, and why it’s worth going right now.
- Media: We swap-in fresh images, webcam stills or video under resort sub-sections, as snow piles up.
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- Current Snow Summary
- Top Resorts Right Now
- Regional Snow Snapshot
- Practical Info & Booking Tips
- How We Verify Conditions
- Contribute an Update
Current Snow Summary — at a Glance
Updated 15th January, 2026
POWDER, POWDER EVERYWHERE! The long-awaited change in the weather arrived last Thursday with snow fronts moving into the Alps, dumping over a metre of beautiful fresh powder snow on some of our resorts. Perfect timing for a new week of guests (who timed their holiday bookings to perfection). Less snow is expected this week, and although skiing conditions are amazing, caution should be taken due to the increased avalanche risk. Ski safe!
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If you want to keep tabs on the snow falling across the alps, use and bookmark our handy Webcam Dashboard, with links to the best webcam resources for all ten of our chalet resorts!
| Resort | Fresh Snow (Last 7 Days) | Snow Forecast (Next 10 Days) | Next Snow Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d’Huez | 87cm | 2cm | 17th Jan |
| Courchevel | 101cm | 1cm | 25th Jan |
| La Plagne | 112cm | 1cm | 25th Jan |
| Les Arcs | 107cm | 1cm | 25th Jan |
| Les Deux Alpes | 86cm | 3cm | 17th Jan |
| Meribel | 93cm | 1cm | 25th Jan |
| Tignes | 105cm | 1cm | 25th Jan |
| Val d’Isere | 101cm | 0cm | n/a |
| Val Thorens | 86cm | 0cm | n/a |
| St Anton | 47cm | 3cm | 25th Jan |
Top Resorts Right Now
Below are the resorts currently showing the best conditions.
La Plagne
Last verified: 15th January, 2026
Our resident seasonaire meteorologist Matt G in La Plagne has been keeping us updated daily
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Why Ski in La Plagne: A firm family favourite – enormous ski area, 10 resort villages to explore, lots of activities off the slopes and always good value in terms of lift passes, dining, après and accommodation.
- Fresh Snow, Last 7 Days: 112cm
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 107 out of 137
- Lifts running: 69 out of 76
- Best for: Everyone! Over 80% of La Plagne’s pistes are blues and reds, providing a lot of scope for beginners and intermediate skiers to develop. But there are incredible opportunities for pushing your boundaries off piste too (remember to hire a guide for the best and safest experience).
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Alpe d’Huez
Last verified: 15th January, 2026
Perfect conditions under the lift in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes:
Image courtesy of Skiworld seasonaire Gracie, 11th Jan 2026.
Why Ski in Alpe d’Huez: A resort with something for everyone and especially good for beginners and families. Lots of sunshine means plenty of bluebird ski days. Plus, at a distance of 17km from top to bottom, the infamous Sarenne run has become a bucket list challenge for fearless intermediates and experienced skiers alike!
- Fresh Snow, Last 7 Days: 87cm
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 2cm
- Pistes open: 99 of 135
- Lifts running: 57 of 72
- Best for: Mixed-ability groups, families, beginners, and intermediates, thanks to its sunny slopes, vast terrain with many blues/greens and efficient lifts.
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Courchevel
Last verified: 15th January, 2026
Almost perfect scenes for our staff in the 3 Valleys:
Image courtesy of Skiworld seasonaire Will S, 11th Jan 2026.
Why Ski in Courchevel: Part of the famous 3 Valleys ski area and one of the most renowned resorts in the world in its own right. Three excellent villages to choose from: 1800 for luxury and ski-in/out accommodation, 1650 for seasonaire bars and après, and 1550 for quieter family areas and excellent access to the slopes.
- Fresh Snow, Last 7 Days: 101cm
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 94 of 110
- Lifts running: 52 of 55
- Best for: Mixed-ability groups, families, and those seeking luxury – Courchevel offers exceptional slopes for beginners through to advanced, plus extensive access throughout the 3 Valleys.
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Les Arcs
Last verified: 15th January, 2026
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Why Ski in Les Arcs: A resort spread over four distinct villages all the way up to 2000m means its about as snow-sure as you’ll find anywhere. Couple that with a monstrous 425km of skiing in the Paradiski (connected with La Plagne) and you have a resort offering one of the widest ranges of lodging, après and skiing in Europe.
- Fresh Snow, Last 7 Days: 101cm
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 99 of 122
- Lifts running: 49 of 53
- Best for: Confident skiers seeking challenging terrain and exceptional off-piste, and intermediates looking for all-day adventures on-piste.
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Val Thorens
Last verified: 15th January 2026
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Why Ski in Val Thorens: As the highest resort in the Alps, the snow quality here is unmatched. The perfect blend of on-piste action and apres-ski fun, Val Thorens is a great ski destination for groups, couples and solo travellers alike.
- Fresh Snow, Last 7 Days: 86cm
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 70 of 84
- Lifts running: 31 of 29
- Best for: Intermediates and mixed groups looking for a large ski area to challenge themselves with plenty of cruisy blues and reds, alongside easy access to the full The Three Valleys ski area.
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Tignes
Last verified: 15th January, 2026
Near-perfect conditions above 2,000m in Tignes – fresh snow, cold and surprisingly quiet!:
Webcam image courtesy of Tignes – Snowpark, 2,492m, 1200hrs, 12th Jan 2026.
Why Ski in Tignes: Apart from the exceptional snow reliability due to high altitude and glaciers, skiers can also access Val d’Isere as part of the vast 300km connected Tignes-Val d’Isère ski area. Terrain is suited to all levels, from beginners to experts, with options for both quiet family holidays and lively après-ski, plus seamless ski-in/ski-out access and stunning views.
- Fresh Snow, Last 7 Days: 105cm
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 67 of 81
- Lifts running: 38 of 39
- Best for: Families, groups, and snow-sure seekers wanting convenience, snow reliability, good value, and a mix of other activities beyond just skiing.
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Regional Snow Snapshot
Updated 15th January, 2026
- Northern French Alps: After over a metre of snow fell in parts of the northern French Alps last week, the weather has since stabilised and remained fine and relatively mild. Conditions are still excellent, but no new snowfall is in the immediate forecast. Avalanche risk is remains high.
- Austrian Alps: Little change is expected in the coming days, with calm, largely sunny and unseasonably mild conditions. Brisk winds at times, before temperatures gradually start to fall next week, but with no fresh snowfall on the horizon.
Practical Info & Booking Tips
- Lift passes: To maximise fresh snow opportunities, plump for a full-area pass where available as it will allow you to access all slopes, on all aspects, up to the highest possible altitude in your area.
- Transfers: If heavy snowfall is forecast, be prepared for longer mountain transfers in order to arrive safely at your destination. Winter tyres and chains may be required on local roads.
- Ski hire: If chasing fresh powder, choose wider skis or consult a reputable local hire shop for advice and match equipment to your level of skill.
- Insurance: Ensure your travel insurance covers piste closures and helicopter rescue if you’re planning to ski off-piste.
How We Verify Conditions
We use official resort snow reports, ski-area webcams, and lift status pages when updating this page. Where possible we add photos and videos from our Skiworld staff in snow-sure resorts across the Alps.
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Contribute an Update
If you’ve been skiing somewhere with fantastic snow, send a single-shot webcam still or phone photo to marketing@skiworld.co.uk with the subject line Snow Update: [Resort Name]. We may include it with a credit.
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