The height of the mountain is the difference in height between the lowest and highest point. Tall mountains can offer longer pistes, better views, and often better snowfall.
Certain trails are illuminated so that you can carry on skiing even after the sun goes down.
Selwyn Snowfields
51% have it
9. Winter olympics host
The resort has played host to the winter olympics. This means it is likely to have a range of professional slopes, other winter sports, and finally, good facilities and well developed transport links.
Selwyn Snowfields
17% have it
10. 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.
Selwyn Snowfields
88% have it
11. trails (medium)
Medium difficulty trails are ideal for regular skiers.
Toboggan runs are dedicated slopes or slides that you can slide down on a toboggan.
Selwyn Snowfields
53% have it
13. 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.
Selwyn Snowfields
37% have it
14. summit height above sealevel
The summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime.
This is the amount of people that can be transported by ski lifts etc. per hour. A bigger uphill capacity can indicate less waiting time, although it will be affected by how busy the resort is.
A snow park is similar to a traditional skate park, designed especially for winter sports. It has various rails, jumps and jibs so that skiers and snowboarders can perform tricks.