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Ski vacations aren’t just about skiing or snowboarding, there are plenty of other winter sports to try while enjoying the mountains.
Ski holidays are no longer just about skiing or snowboarding – there’s plenty more to do than just sip vin chaud at the end of the day. Spending time in the mountains offers the perfect opportunity to explore a wide range of winter activities beyond the slopes.
Whether you want to try snowshoeing through serene alpine forests, go sledding with friends and family, take on the challenge of ice climbing, or even test your skills at snow kiting, there’s something for every level of adventurer. These alternative sports not only let you stay active, but also allow you to enjoy the stunning scenery, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and create unforgettable memories on your vacation.
Don a dry suit and submerge yourself beneath the ice of a frozen lake in the Alps –explore the magical and mystical environment beneath a layer of ice, with rays of light shining through and utter silence all around you.
You don’t have to be an experienced diver to take part – all equipment is provided and sometimes you can even dive at night. Ice diving is available in Val Thorens on Lac du Lou and in Tignes.
Price range: from 15€ for a session
Minimum age requirement: 12 years
Climbing up a frozen waterfall, or even a specially made ice climbing wall, with a set of axes and crampons is one of the ultimate winter activities. Climbing is a great workout for mind and body – and no experience of regular rock climbing or indoor climbing is necessary to have a go at ice-climbing. Again, this is available in lots of resorts but Samoëns in France and St Moritz in Switzerland offer excellent options.
Price range: from 45€ for one 2h30 climbing session to approx. 110€ for a full day introduction to ice climbing
Minimum age requirement: 12 years
The French ski resort of Val Thorens is home to Europe’s highest ice-driving circuit, at 2,300m. Guaranteed to give you an adrenaline rush, this 760m long circuit is open around 120 days per season, with a separate karting track which is great fun to do as a family.
The views at Val Thorens are truly jaw-dropping. With the altitude being so high, there are very few trees, offering you the chance to get uninterrupted views of the surrounding snowy mountains.
Price range: from 65€ as a passenger. From 450€ for a full driving lesson
** Minimum age requirement:** 18 years
Visit www.icedrivingvalthorens.com to book and for more information.
Use a power kite to propel yourself across the snow on a snowboard or skis – snow kiting. Effectively kite surfing on the snow is pretty much as cool as it gets. As long as you can confidently ski on a blue piste, you can have a go. Lessons are offered in Tignes and on the beautiful frozen Lake Silvaplana or on the Bernina Massif, among the highest peaks in the Eastern Alps, both in St Moritz.
Price range: 3-hour discovery lesson is approx. 170€ for 1-2 people
Minimum age requirement: 12 years
If you really love extreme sports, take the pace up a notch and learn to speed ride –jump dozens of meters on your skis with the help of a mini paragliding kite – obviously best tried if you are an accomplished skier and know your way around a power kite, too. Les Arcs Speed Riding School offers taster sessions and training courses and in Chamonix, the home to extreme sports both winter and summer, there are a number of schools offering lessons.
Price range: From 200€ for a one day course, to 600€ for a five day course
Minimum age requirement: 14 years
Sledging in a ski resort is an extreme activity in itself – especially if done after a couple of glasses of Glühwein (mulled wine). But take it to a new level with airboarding – essentially tobogganing on a high-tech inflatable toboggan.
This is available in a growing number of ski resorts, Courchevel and Val Thorens offer it in the Three Valleys as well as the charming resort of Valmorel – it's easy, fun and rather cheap, but only available for adults and teenagers, not children.
Price range: from 15€ per session
Minimum age requirement: 12 years
The craze for mountain biking on snow is not going away – no ski resort worth its salt is without fat bikes for hire. Essentially these bikes are mountain bikes with big, fat tyres – with many resorts now having special trails dedicated to the sport.
It’s hard work though: these bikes can weigh up to 15kg and cyclists must adjust the tyres according to the conditions, but it’s a wonderful way to get around the mountains – just be careful to only use the back break when going downhill... Pull the front one and you’ll go flying over the handlebars!
Price range: from 50€ for a half day guided tour
Minimum age requirement: 7 years
Thrilling winter activities for everyone:
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Accommodations
Choose from a range of room options designed to suit your preferences, whether you’re looking for a warm and cozy retreat, a family getaway, or an elegant chalet for couples.
Experience Luxury the Club Med way when booking our exclusive collection where you have all the resort activities within easy reach, plus a space that is exclusively your own. Enjoy special privileges with our concierge service that will look after everything, including a private transfer to the resort, breakfast room service, and free flowing champagne.
Airport Transfers: Many packages include seamless transportation to and from the resort.
Included in the price you pay:
Snow Sports: Enjoy ski-in/ski-out access with included lift passes and professional instruction for skiing and snowboarding.
Non-Ski Activities: Participate in snowshoeing, sledding, and après-ski relaxation in hot tubs, saunas, or outdoor heated pools.
Entertainment for All Ages
Relaxation & Wellness
Family-Friendly Features
Be sure that your ski holidays will be preserved, regardless of the snow conditions!
At Club Med, we do everything to ensure you enjoy a thrilling ski holiday, even when the snow is playing hide and seek.
If 50% of your ski domain is closed for two consecutive days, we’ll offer you a snowy getaway to one of our 13 Alpine Resorts, subject to availability.
Learn more about the Snow Serenity
Val Thorens, located in the French Alps, features Europe’s highest ice-driving course at about 7,545 feet above sea level. The 2,500-foot-long course is open for roughly 120 days each season and offers both ice driving and karting experiences.
Ice climbing involves ascending frozen waterfalls or ice-covered rock faces using specialized equipment like crampons and ice axes. It's a physically demanding sport that combines endurance, strength, and technical skill.
Club Med highlights several exhilarating activities, including: