Best ski resorts for vacations with children

Leukerbad

One of the highest Alpine resorts in Leukerbad is also the largest thermal complex in Europe. So if you buy a ski pass, you get free visits to the hot springs. And here not only adults, but also children will have a good time after skiing. In total there are 30 thermal pools in Leukerbad, several of them are specially equipped for children. And the biggest joy for children is a big water slide.

As for the skiing infrastructure, the resort has taken care of even the smallest guests. In the Erli skiing area they teach skiing to children from 3 years old. There is also a playground and a children's sports complex.

Where you can leave your children: the resort has two kindergartens for children from 18 months.

Where children can learn to ski: there are two ski schools for children from 3 years old.

Ski pass: free for children under 8 years old, €120 for children from 8 years old and €263 for adults for 6 days.

• First you have to take a train from Geneva to Lake Susten and then a bus to Leukerbad; transfer time is about 2.5 hours.

Les Arcs

One of the most picturesque resorts in the world, Les Arcs offers a sledding hill, a nursery and crèche for the youngest children, and gentle slopes where lessons are offered.

There is also a wonderful hiking trail. Take the whole family for a walk (dress warm!) and enjoy the incredible views of Mont Blanc.

Where to leave the kids: the resort has a daycare center and nursery for children from 9 months old

Where children can learn to ski: Les Arcs has two schools for children aged 3 years and above.

Ski pass price: free for children under 6 years old. For children from 6 to 13 years old — €199, for adults — €254 for 6 days.

• Transfer from Geneva to Les Arcs takes 2.5 hours.

Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis

In the Tyrolean ski region Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis In the Tyrolean ski region of Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis there are several wide and gentle slopes on which it is easy for a child to take his or her "first steps" on skis. The instructors teach children from the age of 2.5 years.

To the delight of parents, there are also many entertainment centers, where you can safely leave your child to tutors or animators. The most popular are the Kinderschneealm and Murmli play areas in Serfaus. Also in the resort you can visit a children's theater, ride a steam train through the snow, take part in an exciting quest. Most restaurants and cafes offer special children's menus.

Where you can leave your children: there are three kindergartens at the tourists' service.

Where children can learn to ski: there are twoski schools in the resort that teach children from 2.5 years old.

The cost of a ski pass: free for children under 8 years old, for older children — from €135, adult pass — from €264 for 6 days.

• Serfaus is 100 km from Innsbruck airport.

Zell am See

Zell am See — a truly unique resort, thanks to the nearby glaciers, is open all year round and is ideal for winter vacations with children.

On the Maiskogel and Schmittenhee slopes, local instructors teach the kids basic skiing techniques, all in a playful way, so the little ones are usually delighted.

There is plenty of entertainment in Zell-am-Zee for both children and adults. The resort is located on the shores of the beautiful Lake Zeller. The whole family can go ice-skating there and then relax in the Tauern spa complex.

Where you can leave your children: There are two kindergartens for children from 1.5 years of age.

Where children can learn to ski: the resort has twoski schools for children from 3 years of age.

The cost of a ski pass: free for children up to 8 years old, older — €140 for 6 days, adult pass — from €205 for 6 days.

• From Innsbruck airport to Cel am See is about 100 km.

Madonna di Campiglio

The Dolomite Alps are considered one of the best skiing regions in the whole world. And if you are thinking of going on vacation with children, we advise you to pay attention to Madonna di Campiglio.

There is a family snow park here, where there are even special training areas for children. Instructors dressed as cartoon characters teach future skiers. Kids who are already confident on alpine skis can take part in competitions.

Where you can leave your children: the resort has two kindergartens for children from 3 months old.

Where children can learn to ski: a school for kids from 3 years old.

Ski passes: free for children up to 8 years old, free helmet rental for children up to 11 years old. For older children from €100, for adults from €260 for 5 days.

• The most convenient way to get from Verona to Madonna di Campiglio is by car, a distance of 137 km.

Canillo

Canillo is the most suitable for family vacations, if we consider the resorts of Andorra. First of all, there are a lot of non-steep and wide slides here. Secondly, there is Mickey Snow Club for children, where experienced instructors teach the basics of skiing.

And thirdly, there is the Palau de Gel Ice Palace, where families from all over Andorra come to have fun and go go-karting on the ice.

Where to leave the kids: the resort has a crèche for kids from 1 to 3 years old and a kindergarten for older children.

Where children canlearn to ski: children from 3 years old can take lessons at special schools.

Ski pass price: free for children up to 6 years old. For children from 6 to 11 years old — €135, from 12 to 17 years old — €180, for adults — €200 for 6 days.

Canillo is 200 km from Barcelona airport.

Morzine

Morzine is a resort for those who want to take their child to a snowy fairy tale. Here, on the border of France and Switzerland, the spirit of Old Europe is still preserved. Narrow streets, beautiful houses, cozy restaurants with children's menus and, of course, well-equipped slopes for beginners. In Morzine your child can learn to ride the so-called Babysnow — a funny snow scooter, which gives an ocean of emotions.

Where you can leave your children: the resort has three kindergartens and a nursery for children up to one year old.

Where children can learn to ski: there are two schools in Morzine, where children from 3 years old can learn toski.

Ski pass price: free for children under 5 years old. For children up to 12 years — from €111, for adults — from €195 for 6 days.

• Morzine is 80 km from Geneva.