The Best Ski Resorts for Advanced Skiers in Europe

Ready to level up your skiing? Our advanced ski resort rankings showcase destinations that will challenge even the most skilled skiers, with steep terrain, demanding runs, and thrilling off-piste opportunities.

These rankings come straight from the Snomad community – real skiers and snowboarders who've tackled these slopes. Only resorts with sufficient feedback make our list, ensuring you get genuine insights. Fancy yourself a worthy judge? Submit your own review and help fellow powder hounds find their next challenge.

Looking for something specific? Check out our other rankings for Expert Skiers, Off-Piste, or Powder Zones.

Best Ski Resort for Advanced Skiers in Europe: Laax - Advanced Rating

Advanced skiers in Laax are treated to a brilliant mix of challenges. The resort offers extensive off-piste opportunities, with one Snomad community member highlighting the excellent powder conditions. For those who fancy something different, Lucas praises the "huge mix of slopes for all styles" including impressive tree runs when conditions permit. The terrain parks receive exceptional feedback from multiple users, with Ben describing them as "incredible" and noting you might spot pros perfecting tricks. Richard, returning after a decade away, found "plenty of snow and quiet pistes in the morning" - perfect for those looking to get first tracks and make the most of Laax's varied terrain.

#2 Westendorf - SkiWelt - Advanced Rating

Advanced skiers and boarders will find Westendorf delivers beyond its small size. The resort combines challenging runs with good connectivity to the wider SkiWelt area. One Snomad community member praised the "good mix of difficult runs" while maintaining the charm of a "small Austrian resort." Tree runs receive particular praise from our users, with Mark noting he's "always enjoyed it and always ski options" even when valley snow conditions aren't optimal. The well-groomed pistes are consistently highlighted by advanced riders, with Emma Louise particularly impressed by the "clean tidy runs" and giving "max respect to the piesten bullys" for their excellent maintenance.

#3 Ischgl - Advanced Rating

For advanced riders, Ischgl is consistently rated as top-tier by our community. The extensive ski area offers exceptional variety with immaculately maintained pistes and challenging off-piste options. One Snomad community member who's an advanced snowboarder praised the "fantastic variety of terrain" and modern lift system. Another advanced skier mentioned the "excellent ski resort for intermediate and advanced skiers" with particular emphasis on its high-altitude, snow-sure conditions. While the runs into town can get moguled up towards day's end (as Emma points out), there's always the option to take the gondola down and squeeze in one more run at the top!