Short breaks - a quick shot of skiing fun!

Would you like to go skiing, but can't get the entire week off of work? Or are you perhaps partial to weekends in winter? Treat yourself to a quick getaway in the snow and spend an untroubled weekend in the mountains.

You can choose from several destinations including Austria, Germany, France, Italy, and Switzerland for your short stay. Spend two to four nights in the mountains and, for trips later on in the season, choose a glacier ski area and ski even in May. The best conditions for a perfect short trip in the Alps - get ready to leave the stress of everyday lift behind!

Short breaks - a quick shot of skiing fun!
Short breaks - a quick shot of skiing fun!

Short ski holidays in Austria

Austria is a dream destination for a short ski holiday. Famous ski resorts such as Kitzbühel or Schladming offer excellent pistes, modern lifts and a vibrant après-ski scene. Enjoy a few days of pure skiing bliss surrounded by breathtaking Alpine panoramas. Accommodations range from cosy pensions to luxurious hotels, all with typical Austrian hospitality.

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Short ski holidays in France

France is the ideal place for a short ski holiday. Resorts such as Chamonix or Les Deux Alpes offer quick access to some of the best pistes in the Alps. With modern lifts and varied pistes, these ski resorts are perfect for an intensive ski weekend. Savour the French cuisine and lively après-ski scene.

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Short ski holidays in Switzerland

Switzerland offers picturesque ski resorts such as Zermatt and St. Moritz. These ski resorts are known for their first-class pistes, exclusive chalets and excellent gastronomy. A short ski holiday here combines luxurious comfort with spectacular mountain scenery. Experience an unforgettable weekend in some of the best ski resorts in the world.

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Short ski holidays in Italy

A short ski holiday in Italy combines excellent skiing conditions with Italian charm. Places like Cortina d'Ampezzo or Livigno not only offer excellent slopes, but also impressive scenery and lively village centres. Enjoy Italian hospitality in stylish accommodations and sample the local cuisine in cosy mountain huts.

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Short ski holidays in Germany

Discover the variety of German ski resorts for your short ski holiday, ideal for a weekend full of fun in the snow. Resorts such as Winterberg in the Sauerland or Oberstdorf in the Alps offer quick access to well-groomed pistes and comfortable accommodations. Enjoy the cosy atmosphere and traditional German cuisine.

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Short ski holidays in the Czech Republic

A short ski holiday in the Czech Republic is ideal for skiers who want to get to the mountains quickly. Resorts such as Spindleruv Mlyn offer an attractive combination of good skiing conditions and affordable prices. In addition to skiing, there is also plenty of culture and history to discover in these areas. Enjoy Czech hospitality in cosy accommodations and try local specialities in the mountain restaurants.

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Short ski holidays in Poland

Poland is an excellent choice for an affordable short holiday. Ski resorts such as Zakopane offer beautiful surroundings, good pistes and traditional Polish hospitality. Experience the picturesque Tatra Mountains and savour the local cuisine after a day on the slopes.

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Short ski holidays in Andorra

Andorra is an attractive destination for a short ski holiday. Its proximity to major European cities and first-class ski resorts such as Grandvalira and Vallnord make it the ideal place for a quick winter adventure. Enjoy modern facilities, varied pistes and an impressive mountain backdrop. After a day on the slopes, you can relax in the numerous restaurants and bars or shop in Andorra's duty-free shops.

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Trend: Short Ski Holiday

Those looking for a short ski holiday will be in good company, as short holidays are becoming more and more popular. More and more holidaymakers prefer to head to the mountains twice per season. The reason is simple: it's twice as nice! Not only do you have the opportunity to split up your fun on the piste into two trips, but you also don't have to choose just one ski area. Why not spend Christmas in the enchanting Gastein Valley, and then spend Easter up on the sunny Pitztal Glacier, for example?

From Spa to Party Weekends

Weekend trips are especially good for getting away from everyday life for a bit. Spa and party trips are oftentimes booked as short stays. Spa hotels in particular are well-designed for short ski trips. It's there you'll find offers for all things "Ski weekend" as far as the eye can see. Those seeking peace and quiet can spend two or three days laying back and unwinding.Like those seeking peace and relaxation, the party-hungry travellers also make their way to the mountains for a short trip each year. For them, skiing is just as important as a stop in the umbrella bar with a subsequent visit to the club.

Popular Destinations for a Short Ski Holiday

For most holidaymakers, two factors in particular play decisive roles when thinking about a short ski holiday: the distance to the piste and the accessibility of the destination. Those who are spending a few well-deserved days on holiday would understandably like to make their way from the accommodation to the mountain as quickly as possible. Therefore, it's recommended to look for accommodations near the piste. You'll find plenty of offers for short ski holidays on the piste, especially in Germany and Austria. When heading to the mountains for just the weekend, arriving and departing shouldn't take up half of your time. Therefore, those coming by plane will find the ski areas around Innsbruck to be quite interesting. Nine ski areas belong to the Olympia SkiWelt, some of which can even be reached right from the city centre. Popular destinations for those coming by car or train include Allgäu, the region around Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and Berchtesgaden. Tyrol can also be easily reached thanks to the Inn Valley motorway.