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	Les Arcs1	Zermatt2	Four Valleys3	Champéry4	Saint Gervais5	Vail6	Whistler Blackcomb7	Klosters8	Canyons9	Mammoth10

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	Les Arcs	Zermatt	Four Valleys	Champéry	Saint Gervais	Vail	Whistler Blackcomb	Klosters	Canyons	Mammoth
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General info
Distance from airportA nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain.
Distance from airportA nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain.	126km	80km	160km	100km	90km	57km	137km	150km	54.2km	21.9km
Mountain heightThe 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.
Mountain heightThe 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.	2050meters	2279meters	2250meters	1237meters	1540meters	1052meters	2181meters	1724meters	940meters	945meters
Opening hoursThe 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.
Opening hoursThe 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.	N.A.	8hours	N.A.	8hours	8hours	9hours	8.5hours	8hours	9hours	9hours
Summit height above sealevelThe summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime.
Summit height above sealevelThe summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime.	3250meters	3899meters	3330meters	2277meters	2350meters	3527meters	1609meters	2884meters	3040meters	3369meters
Smoking ban in closed public spacesSource: city's official website, 2022.
Smoking ban in closed public spacesSource: city's official website, 2022.	✖	✔	✔	✔	✖	✔	✔	✔	✔	✖
Total score for "General info"
Total score for "General info"
Skiing
Ski slopesThe total number of ski slopes available at the resort.
Ski slopesThe total number of ski slopes available at the resort.	234	147	205	N.A.	219	193	200	97	180	150
Skiable areaThe size of area available for skiers to enjoy on the mountain as measured in kilometres.
Skiable areaThe size of area available for skiers to enjoy on the mountain as measured in kilometres.	425km	200km	412km	650km	445km	N.A.	33.06km	315km	N.A.	N.A.
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.
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.	67	72	106	108	80	56	110	39	91	60
Off-piste skiing allowedIn 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.
Off-piste skiing allowedIn 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.	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Ski lifts total capacityThis 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.
Ski lifts total capacityThis 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.	N.A.	53482	N.A.	26450	N.A.	53381	67307	64241	N.A.	50000
Total score for "Skiing"
Total score for "Skiing"
Leisure
RestaurantsMore restaurants and bars can indicate a lively nightlife, as well as offering visitors more choice.
RestaurantsMore restaurants and bars can indicate a lively nightlife, as well as offering visitors more choice.	75	82	N.A.	90	27	32	72	52	20	7
Restaurants on the slopesRather than having to trek back to the base of the mountain, it is a lot more convenient to have restaurants and bars on the slopes.
Restaurants on the slopesRather than having to trek back to the base of the mountain, it is a lot more convenient to have restaurants and bars on the slopes.	10	52	N.A.	15	27	0	17	50	0	1
Hiking trailsHiking trails allow you to explore the mountain on foot and take in some of the breathtaking views from the mountain’s peak.
Hiking trailsHiking trails allow you to explore the mountain on foot and take in some of the breathtaking views from the mountain’s peak.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	5	6	6	N.A.	3	6
Spa facilityAfter a day out in the snow, you can get warm and relaxed in the spa.
Spa facilityAfter a day out in the snow, you can get warm and relaxed in the spa.	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Snowmobile circuitA snowmobile tour is a great way to cover large distances in a short time. After lots of physically demanding activities, it can be good way to sit back and let the motor do the work.
Snowmobile circuitA snowmobile tour is a great way to cover large distances in a short time. After lots of physically demanding activities, it can be good way to sit back and let the motor do the work.	✔	✖	✔	✔	✖	✔	✔	✖	✔	✔
Total score for "Leisure"
Total score for "Leisure"
Facilities
Public transportation systemThe resort will be more easily accessible when serviced by public transport. It is also usually cheaper than other modes of transport.
Public transportation systemThe resort will be more easily accessible when serviced by public transport. It is also usually cheaper than other modes of transport.	✔	✔	✖	✖	✖	✔	✖	✖	✖	✔
Hotels and hostelsWith more hostels and hotels at the resort you have a range to choose from.
Hotels and hostelsWith more hostels and hotels at the resort you have a range to choose from.	16	147	N.A.	11	15	33	30	90	3	3
ChaletsA chalet is a type of house commonly found in ski resorts. Renting your own chalet can be fun and can often work out cheaper than staying in a hotel.
ChaletsA chalet is a type of house commonly found in ski resorts. Renting your own chalet can be fun and can often work out cheaper than staying in a hotel.	40	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	17	3	3	N.A.	2	N.A.
Number of kindergartensBigger number of kindergartens makes it easier to combine career opportunities with bringing up a child. Source: city's official stats, 2022.
Number of kindergartensBigger number of kindergartens makes it easier to combine career opportunities with bringing up a child. Source: city's official stats, 2022.	6	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	2	2	2	N.A.	2
Conference venueThe resort offers facilities so that companies and organisations can hold conferences or other corporate events.
Conference venueThe resort offers facilities so that companies and organisations can hold conferences or other corporate events.	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖	✔	✔	✖	✔	✔
Total score for "Facilities"
Total score for "Facilities"
Snowfall
Seasonal snowfallThe average snowfall each season as measured in inches. The more snowfall there is, the more powdery and fluffy the ski slopes will be.
Seasonal snowfallThe average snowfall each season as measured in inches. The more snowfall there is, the more powdery and fluffy the ski slopes will be.	111.5inches	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	348inches	71.5inches	N.A.	355inches	400inches
Snowfall decemberAverage snowfall in the month of December.
Snowfall decemberAverage snowfall in the month of December.	128inches	70.8inches	69.3inches	33.4inches	N.A.	59inches	135inches	35inches	44inches	N.A.
Snowfall mayAverage snowfall in the month of May.
Snowfall mayAverage snowfall in the month of May.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	8inches	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.
Snowfall marchAverage snowfall in the month of March.
Snowfall marchAverage snowfall in the month of March.	118inches	93.3inches	100inches	57.8inches	N.A.	63inches	90inches	61.1inches	42inches	N.A.
Snowfall februaryAverage snowfall in the month of February.
Snowfall februaryAverage snowfall in the month of February.	108inches	96.4inches	109.8inches	59.4inches	N.A.	57inches	50inches	64.9inches	37inches	N.A.
Total score for "Snowfall"
Total score for "Snowfall"