The cold winter months are almost here, which means it’s time for travelers to start gathering their gear and booking a ski vacation at one of the many spectacular ski destinations in Europe.
While the economy isn’t great for spending at the moment, there are some very affordable places to ski in Europe. The following ski resorts provide unique and unforgettable experiences at a reasonable price.
Benefit from Affordable Airfare
You can keep your travel costs down by taking the right approach when flying to a European ski resort. All of the destinations on this list are inexpensive to fly to.
Traveling to Europe from late October to late March allows for the most affordable fares. Booking the ticket at least one month in advance should save you money.
Borovets, Bulgaria
The Rila Mountains in Bulgaria have hosted the Borovets Resort for well over a century. Even though this resort offers premium online amenities, costs are relatively low.
A single-day lift pass costs just $36. Borovets comes with 13 separate lifts that take skiers to any of the 24 trails across the Rila Mountains.
Jasná, Slovakia
As the largest ski resort in Slovakia, Jasna boasts 30 miles of ski trails as well as eight back-country zones that are accessible by lift.
Situated among the vast Chopok Mountains, the Jasna resort offers ample lodging options and 15 restaurants with a wide variety of cuisines. A single-day pass is around $48.
Poiana Brasov, Romania
Situated in Transylvania, Poiana Brasov is an esteemed ski resort that’s nestled in the center of the Carpathian Mountains. Guests will discover 10 lifts that travel over 14 miles of snowy terrain.
A day pass is just under $30. The resort itself can be accessed from December to April.
Vogel, Slovenia
Found in Bohinj, the Vogel Ski Center is nearly 6,000 feet tall and is located just an hour away from Ljublijana, the capital of Slovenia.
Among the many trails at the Vogel Ski Center are numerous beginner and intermediate trails. Day passes to the resort are just $34 with beer costing a mere $2.50.