Most of Germany's ski resorts are not known for their difficult slopes or noisy tourist atmosphere. The Germans themselves are particularly fond of them; in Germany, it is considered good practice to spend winter weekends at ski resorts.
The majority of ski resorts in Germany are located in Bavaria, as this region is home to the German part of the Alps. Some of the alpine resorts here border the resorts in Austria and Switzerland, so if desired, you can also enjoy skiing on their slopes.
We have listed the main ski resorts in Germany in the «"Where to Go in Germany"» section. However, you can find more detailed information about them on the pages of our website dedicated to these ski resorts.
The traditional time for ski tours in Germany is from December to April. At this time on the slopes of most Bavarian resorts there is a thick snow cover. In addition engage artificial snowing in order to avoid annoying mishaps with the weather. The exception is Berchtesgaden. Here, due to its low location on the slope winter is usually mild, and a sufficient snow level is formed by January-February.
The resort of Oberstdorf can rightfully be called the center of skiing in Germany. It attracts the majority of tourists and offers a vibrant winter sports scene. In Germany, you can choose a ski vacation to suit any taste, from quiet resorts with easy slopes to lively and crowded resorts with challenging descents.
For more details about skiing in Germany, you can visit the pages of Tripmydream dedicated to local ski resorts.
