The total number of ski slopes available at the resort.
42
Big Sky: 250
2. Allows off-piste skiing
In resorts which allow off piste-skiing, you can ski anywhere which is great for adventurous types. However, there are hazards such cliff edges, avalanches or simply getting lost and suffering exhaustion.
Marmolada
68% have it
3. skiable area
The size of area available for skiers to enjoy on the mountain as measured in kilometres.
89km
Champéry: 650km
4. Has a ski school
Ski schools offer lessons to beginners.
Marmolada
94% have it
5. has smoking ban in public places
Source: city's official website, 2018.
Marmolada
59% have it
6. longest run
The longest ski run at the resort. A longer run can be more challenging and will test your endurance.
12km
Zermatt: 25km
7. Has ice climbing areas
Ice climbing is a great sport for adrenalin seekers. It entails climbing frozen cliff edges/waterfalls using tools such as ice axes in order to grip the surface.
Marmolada
37% have it
8. The resort has open cross country skiing
Cross country skiing is an Olympic sport which provides great exercise for both the upper and lower body.
Marmolada
88% have it
9. ski pass daily
The average price of a one day "all access" ski pass at the resort.
62$
Sansicario: 0$
10. distance from airport
A nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain.
167km
Smugglers Notch: 0.03km
11. has lake/s
Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official website, 2018.
Marmolada
40% have it
12. base elevation
The level of the base of the mountain above sea level.
1450meters
Arapahoe Basin: 3286meters
13. summit height above sealevel
The summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime.
3333meters
Claviere: 5774meters
14. trails (medium)
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. Medium difficulty trails (marked with a blue square) have a slope gradient between 25% and 40%. These trails are ideal for regular skiers.
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. High-difficulty trails (marked with a black diamond) have a slope gradient of more than 40%; such trails are designed for experienced skiers who enjoy a good challenge.
8
Big Sky: 150
16. snowfall december
Average snowfall in the month of December.
58.6inches
Whistler Blackcomb: 135inches
17. snowfall march
Average snowfall in the month of March.
88.1inches
Engelberg: 186.3inches
18. season pass price
The season pass price gives you unlimited access to the resort for the entire ski season.
850$
Arapahoe Basin: 9$
19. Has an ice rink
At the ice rink you can get your skates on and try your hand at a different winter sport.
Marmolada
61% have it
20. number of five star hotels
Five star hotels at the resort can indicate prestige. It can provide luxurious accommodation to those wanting to spend a bit more.
0
Park City Mountain: 9
21. trails (easy)
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. Low difficulty trails (marked with a green circle) have a slope gradient between 6% and 25%. Resorts with a lot of low difficulty trails are ideal for beginners.
20
Champéry: 150
22. opening hours
The opening hours is the average number of hours per day that the resort is open for skiing. Long opening hours mean you can go for an early ski, or have a long sleep and go later.
8hours
Sky Resort: 13hours
23. Has camping facilities
Camping can offer a cheaper alternative to hotels or B&B’s, and can provide a fun outdoors experience - although it might not be ideal in winter!
Marmolada
61% have it
24. ski lifts (air)
Air lifts describe all off-ground types of ski lift, such as cable cars or chair lifts. These are better, particular for travelling long distances, as they can transport skiers faster and in larger quantities than surface lifts.