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: 26th February, 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 26th February, 2026
Beautiful Spring Skiing is Here – After at least 150cm snow fell in all ten of our chalet resorts during the last couple of weeks, the clouds dispersed and the sun has been shining. The weather is set to cool down across the Alps over the weekend, and despite the warm spell, snow base levels remain healthy across the board, with excellent skiing conditions and avalanche risk abating slowly.
| Resort | Recent Snow – Last 7 Days | Base Snow – Summit Depth | Snow Forecast (Next 7 Days) | Next Snow Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d'Huez | 46cm | 227-430cm | 0cm | 4th Mar |
| Courchevel | 35cm | 176-260cm | 0cm | n/a |
| La Plagne | 41cm | 50-279cm | 0cm | n/a |
| Les Arcs | 0cm | 50-350cm | 0cm | n/a |
| Les Deux Alpes | 0cm | 70-335cm | 1cm | 3rd Mar |
| Meribel | 70cm | 130-266cm | 0cm | n/a |
| Tignes | 25cm | 162-190cm | 0cm | n/a |
| Val d'Isere | 0cm | 140-245cm | 5cm | 3rd Mar |
| Val Thorens | 0cm | 220-390cm | 0cm | n/a |
| St Anton | 20cm | 110-280cm | 0cm | n/a |
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!
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Top Resorts Right Now
Below are the resorts currently showing the best conditions.
Tignes
Last verified: 26th February, 2026
Tignes webcam from the top of Grande Motte at 3,456m:
Webcam Source: Tignes Tourist Office
Why Ski in Tignes: A ski holiday to Tignes guarantees high-altitude, snow-sure skiing across the vast area, connected to the famous resort of Val d’Isere. With glacier access, long vertical runs and an energetic après scene that keeps the momentum going long after the lifts close, Tignes is an iconic ski resort you should definitely visit.
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 79 of 81
- Lifts running: 43 of 43
- Best for: best suited to confident intermediates and advanced skiers who want serious mileage, varied terrain and a bit of adventure.
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St Anton
Last verified: 26th February, 2026
St Anton webcam from the Galzig ski area:
Webcam Source: St Anton Tourist Office
Why Ski in St Anton: A ski holiday to St Anton delivers legendary off-piste terrain in the snow-rich Arlberg, serious vertical, and a famously lively après scene that makes every powder day stretch well into the evening.
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 125 of 141
- Lifts running: 81 of 85
- Best for: St Anton is ideal for confident intermediate to expert skiers who love steep, challenging terrain, big off-piste opportunities and don’t mind earning their après after a full-throttle day exploring the massive Arlberg ski area.
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Alpe d’Huez
Last verified: 26th February, 2026
Webcam footage from 2,700m in Alpe d’Huez:
Webcam Source: Alpe d’Huez Tourist Office
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!
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 117 of 135
- Lifts running: 58 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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Les Arcs
Last verified: 26th February, 2026
Les Arcs webcam from the top of the epic Aguille Rouge:
Webcam Source: Les Arcs Tourist Office
Why Ski in Les Arcs: A ski holiday to Les Arcs offers high-altitude, snow-sure slopes and huge variety across the Paradiski area, with everything from wide cruisers to long forest runs and spectacular views from the Aiguille Rouge. Add traffic-free villages, doorstep skiing and great value accommodation, and it’s an easy, stress-free base.
- Snow Forecast, Next 7 Days: 0cm
- Pistes open: 105 of 123
- Lifts running: 51 of 53
- Best for: Ideal for beginners and intermediates building confidence thanks to its wide, forgiving pistes and excellent progression areas. Also keeps stronger skiers happy with fast reds, steep blacks and accessible off-piste.
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Regional Snow Snapshot
Updated 26th February, 2026
- Northern French Alps: Spring-like weather has brought warm temperatures which have softened the snow, although not at the expense of the base depths from 1800m+, which remain above the seasonal average in all our resorts. Skiing conditions remain excellent.
- Austrian Alps: Snowfall has also paused in the Arlberg but temperatures have remained cool meaning the snow has stayed in tip-top condition despite the sun. Snow depths are very healthy across all ski areas as we await the spring skiing season to hit full swing.
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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