Ascend in April - Though April is considered the end of the ski season, there are still resorts that offer you a fantastic snowy conditions, whether you prefer to spend your time on the slopes in sunny weather or you are looking for a last minute winter getaway - Inghams can offer you some great April skiing destinations.
Best ski resorts in April
When looking for the right resorts for your ski and snowboarding trips in April, you want to take a trip to the high altitude, glacier covered and snow-sure destinations.
Tignes, France
- With a high altitude up to 3456m, Tignes offers a good snow record
- Tignes is a ski and snowboarder's dream - with high speed lifts, open pistes and a large, panoramic snow bowl
- A great resort for exploration, with 3 villages linked together by a free shuttle bus - there is so much to see and do off the slopes as there is on
Obergurgl, Austria
- Reaching an altitude of up to 3,080m, this resort is ideal for late season
- This resort is traditional, with rustic charm and is surrounded by mountain peaks and glaciers, meaning snow settles here way into the Spring
- There are ample ski schools for children and adults alike even as late as Easter time
Saas Fee, Switzerland
- Saas Fee boasts an altitude of up to 3,500m so you can be sure that this resort will offer you a snowy destination
- Saas Fee has a great snow record and offers the perfect mix of runs - covering all abilities on the piste's
- This resort has much to offer, from Après ski, Pool and Spa complex, to even a rollercoaster
Banff, Canada
- Banff has a resort altitude of an incredible 1,383 metres high so is a top choice for April
- Canada is well known for its great snowfall during the winter months. Banff in particular averaging 360 inches of annual snowfall
- It is a great location for the Ski Big 3 areas so you can maximise your ski time. Plus Banff is a lively resort with a lot to offer
Best apartments, hotels and chalets for April skiing
Discover the best accommodation options in our April-time skiing resorts across Europe.
Walliserhof Hotel, Switz
- The Walliserhoff Grand Hotel in Saas Fee, Switzerland offers a modern take on traditional Swiss charm.
- Being in the centre of the village, it is the ideal location to explore the area but also to access the lifts.
- It offers some fantastic on-site restaurants as well as a wonderful spa with a large pool.
Hotel Bergwelt, Austria
- This luxury hotel in Obergurgl has everything you could possibly need on your ski and snowboarding holiday.
- The hotel offers ski-in ski-out, so no time is wasted and has a spa with panoramic views with a Finnish sauna.
- A great bonus is this hotel also has its very own kids club in case you want to pop off for some adult only ski time.
Grand Hotel, Italy
- This 5 star hotel in Courmayeur is just moments from the resort centre so everything is on your doorstep.
- The accommodation is modern and high quality. There is a large, relaxing spa on-site.
- There is also a garden terrace where you enjoy some Après ski time with stunning views of the mountains around.
Chalet Cairn, France
- For a truly unique stay in Tignes, this chalet kept to the highest standard
- Offering an outside hot tub on the terrace and a very special 'cosmic sauna'
- It's very close to the ski lifts as well, making it a handy location.
Hotel Berghof, Austria
- This accommodation offers a private lift direct from your hotel to the main resorts lift area
- With an elevated position in the resort, the views from here are outstanding
- The bedrooms are decorated very stylishly and the hotel is of a high-finish
Apartments Balcons, France
- These specious and well equipped apartments are the perfect mix of traditional French style
- Offering a modern aesthetic with fantastic on-site facilities
- Includes a bar, restaurant, spa and even a mini-market for those last minute supplies.
FAQ's for skiing holidays in April
What is the weather like in April? - The weather tends to be warmer, the sun is out for longer and the resorts tend to be a bit quieter and of course our high altitude resorts still have plenty of snow so it's a great option to go in April.
What's the skiing like in April? - As an avid skier, you may know that April is still considered part of ski season. Surprisingly there is often 'spring snow storms' in high altitude resorts, meaning you can often wake up to a fresh blanket of snow. It's also good to note that glacier skiing is a great option at this time of year to.
Are the towns and villages open in April? - Yes, if the resort is open for skiing then you will find the local shops, restaurants and cafes will be open as well to accommodate the visiting tourists.
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