Snowboarding holidays
Snowboarding holidays are about more than finding a resort with plenty of snow. You need terrain that flows, lifts that are easy to navigate, enough variety to keep things interesting and, ideally, as few long flat sections as possible!
We know what makes a resort work for snowboarders. Many of our resort staff are snowboarders themselves, so we know the best places to find powder, parks, tree runs and wide-open pistes, as well as where you can grab a decent coffee or finish the day with après.
Whether you're chasing fresh powder, spending the week in the park or simply looking for a great resort to explore on a board, we've got snowboarding holidays across some of the Alps' best destinations.
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The best resorts for snowboarding holidays
Not all ski resorts are created equal when it comes to snowboarding. Some are brilliant for freeride, others have excellent parks, while some simply offer huge, varied terrain where you can spend a week exploring without getting bored.
Avoriaz
Avoriaz is one of the easiest recommendations for snowboarders. The resort sits at the heart of the Portes du Soleil, giving you access to a huge area of interconnected terrain, with plenty to keep both park riders and freeriders entertained.
There are several snow parks to choose from, including the Burton-inspired Stash, as well as a good mix of wide pistes, tree runs and natural terrain. Its high-altitude position also makes it a strong choice when snow conditions are a priority.
And because the resort itself is largely ski-in, ski-out, getting around on a snowboard is refreshingly straightforward.
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St Anton
St Anton is a snowboarder's resort if freeriding is your priority. The Arlberg ski area offers an enormous amount of terrain, with around 200km of marked ski routes providing plenty of opportunities to venture away from the groomed pistes.
The terrain around St Anton is varied and challenging, from powder bowls and tree runs to steep descents, making it particularly appealing to experienced riders. There's also a snow park for those who want to spend some time working on their jumps and tricks.
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Courchevel
Part of the enormous Three Valleys ski area, Courchevel gives snowboarders access to hundreds of kilometres of connected terrain. It's a particularly good choice for groups with mixed abilities, as there's a huge variety of pistes alongside more challenging terrain for experienced riders.
The wider Three Valleys area also means you can spend the week exploring different resorts without needing to repeat the same runs.
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Find your snowboarding holiday
From catered chalets and self-catered apartments to hotels in some of the Alps' best resorts, find a snowboarding holiday to suit your group, budget and riding style. We've hand-chosen the best resorts, based on feedback from our team, to help narrow down your search.
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What makes a good resort for a snowboard holiday?
The best resort for you depends on how you like to ride, but there are a few things worth considering before you book.
- Look for varied terrain - A good snowboarding resort should give you plenty of options. Wide pistes are ideal for cruising and carving, while tree runs, powder bowls and marked off-piste routes give more experienced riders somewhere to explore when conditions are right.
- Check the lifts - This is a big one for snowboarders. Modern chairlifts and gondolas make getting around much easier, while long drag lifts can be particularly awkward if you're not comfortable using them. It's also worth checking how interconnected the resort is. A huge ski area isn't necessarily useful if you have to negotiate endless flat sections to get between different areas.
- Consider the snow - Higher-altitude resorts generally offer better snow reliability, particularly later in the season. But altitude isn't everything; North-facing slopes, sheltered terrain and good snowmaking can all make a difference.
- Don't forget the parks - If freestyle is your thing, check what's available before you book. Some resorts have several parks aimed at different abilities, while others are much more focused on freeride and piste riding.