When and where to ski each month of the winter – according to the experts
The perfect ski holiday does exist. Anyone who has found themselves on a blissfully rolling slope, a vista of peaks surrounding them under a clear but crisp cerulean sky, with only their nearest and dearest for company, will maintain that true sublimity can be found in the snow-capped mountains of winter.
On a practical level, though, the challenge comes in finding such moments. A well-rounded winter break requires three important things: plenty of snow cover, no queues or crowds, and enough spare budget to enjoy a celebratory apres drink once the lifts close. Snow, serenity and savings – it’s a simple formula. But it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find.
Skiers and snowboarders have become all too familiar with the narrative of rising prices, dwindling snow depth and over-crowded slopes. Last season saw snow-enthusiasts having to battle myriad issues including rain on lower slopes, grid-locked mountain roads and a cost of living crisis.
So with the 2023/24 winter fast approaching, and many thinking about booking their snowy escape, Telegraph Travel’s experts are on-hand to help navigate the uncertainty. Here, our insiders rank and rate each month according to those three key criteria: snow, crowds and value. It may come as little surprise as to which months fall short of perfection and which departure dates might save you from armageddon in the Alps, but follow our insider tips and you will find yourself one turn closer to catching that sought-after sublimity.