The best ski resorts in the world: 2022 Readers' Choice Awards
Only a global pandemic could have stopped the hardiest skiers from hitting the ski resorts of Europe. Thankfully, this year, there seems to be little in the way to stop them readying their lift passes for a triumphant return to the slopes in the 22/23 season. Whether you're a seasoned pro or keen to improve, the snow sure mountainsides below each encompass a heady mix of breathtaking vistas, impeccable piste grooming and some of the best terrain in the world. The scores below are percentages representing overall average levels of satisfaction.
These are the ski resorts in the world, according to the 2022 Readers' Choice Awards. The scores below are percentages representing overall average levels of satisfaction.
The best ski resorts in Europe
10. Chamonix-Mont Blanc, France. Score 83.96
9. Courchevel, France. Score 84.24
8. Innsbruck, Austria. Score 84.57
7. Saalbach, Austria. Score 84.76
6. Courmayeur Mont Blanc, Italy. Score 86.39
5. Val d’Isère, France. Score 86.67
4. Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. Score 87.14
3. Verbier, Switzerland. Score 87.22
2. Zermatt, Switzerland. Score 99.05
1. St Moritz, Switzerland. Score 90.30 (pictured above)
Getty ImagesThe best ski resorts in North America
10. Sun Valley, Idaho, USA. Score 85.26
9. Aspen Highlands, Colorado, USA. Score 85.35
8. Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, USA. Score 86.01
7. Smugglers' Notch, Vermont, USA. Score 86.78
6. Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, USA. Score 87.27
5. Whitefish Mountain Resort, Montana, USA. Score 87.30
4. Big White, British Columbia, Canada. Score 87.42
3. Aspen Mountain, Colorado, USA. Score 87.50
2. Snowmass, Colorado, USA. Score 87.61
1. Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, Canada. Score 88.37 (pictured above)
