What are the most expensive and cheapest ski resorts in 2020? We present the ski index for 20 ski resorts in the world, and offer some tips of our own. Of course, we also want to hear your best suggestions for ski resorts. Above all, we ask - are you keen on skiing now, or are you more looking forward to spring and summer?
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Cheapest and most expensive ski resorts according to Forex
FOREX has developed a ski index which shows the price level of 20 different ski resorts around the world. The comparison is based on the price of various expenses associated with a skiing holiday, such as ski passes, hotels, beer and food.
How to read the ski index
The most expensive ski resorts are listed from the most expensive (number 1) and then in descending order. The cheapest ski resorts are listed from the very cheapest (number 1) and then the second cheapest, etc. The index is based on Åre in Sweden, which has an index of 100.
Most expensive ski resorts in 2020
The most expensive ski resorts, according to the Ski Index, are in the USA, Canada, Japan and the Alps. In the Alps, the list is dominated by well-known ski resorts in France and Switzerland.
- Aspen, USA (220)
- Whistler, Canada (193)
- Jackson Hole, USA (187)
- St Anton, Austria (167)
- Val d'Isère, France (166)
- Verbier, Switzerland (155)
- Fernie, Canada (144)
- Zermatt, Switzerland (138)
- Chamonix, France (131)
- Niseko, Japan (108)
Cheapest ski resorts in 2020
The cheapest ski resorts according to the ski index are mainly located in the eastern part of Europe, in countries such as Poland, Serbia, Bulgaria and the Czech Republic.
- Zakopane, Poland (38)
- Brezovica, Kosovo (39)
- Kopaonik, Serbia (51)
- Bansko, Bulgaria (54)
- Pamporovo, Bulgaria (56)
- Harrachov, Czech Republic (63)
- Vogel and Kobla, Slovenia (67)
- Spinleruv Mlyn, Czech Republic (71)
- Ruka, Finland (91)
- Åre, Sweden (100)
How do other ski resorts compare in terms of price?
The list is interesting, and we find the Central and Eastern European ski resorts exciting to try. At the same time, it is a bit difficult to make full use of the list as many ski resorts are not included, making it difficult to get a good overview.
For example, what are the prices in lesser-known ski resorts in France? What are the prices if you want to ski in Italy or Germany? What does it cost in other Swedish ski resorts, compared to Åre? What is your experience?
More cheap (or affordable) ski resorts?
We haven't skied in many parts of the world, but our experience is that, for example. Austria can offer many great ski resorts at reasonable prices. What is your experience? Do you have tips on other affordable or cheap ski resorts?
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Anette says:
Limone Piemonte is the place we now go to. During the years abroad it was only once, in 2017. In a couple of weeks we will go there again.
It is only about 45 minutes by car from our summer house so it is perfect for us. The fact that the prices and congestion in the lift queues are relatively low does not make things worse. ?
04 February 2020 - 6:27
Helena says:
Perfect to find a ski resort that you like! And also with good location and reasonable prices! 🙂
04 February 2020 - 7:39
Liniz Travel says:
How funny that a similar post in the outbox 😉 .
Read on Travel news this week
Hugs
04 February 2020 - 7:11
Helena says:
Forex came out with this recently. so then there may be several who want to report 😉 Wishing you a nice week!
04 February 2020 - 7:40
bmlarstravellingblog says:
Read a price comparison that only applied to Swedish ski resorts and then Åre was probably the most expensive of these. Would be fun to see where other Swedish resorts end up in comparison.
Got greetings from a snow-white Austria with brilliant sunshine and then it is not without longing (even if I do not intend to stand on slalom skis any more time).
04 February 2020 - 8:12
Helena says:
It would not surprise me if Åre is the most expensive. Would be interesting to know how big the difference is?
05 February 2020 - 20:18
BP says:
It is fortunate that I visited many ski resorts in the Alps before it became expensive there. Yes, even Åre, Idre and Sälen.
Generally speaking, the cost of living on the continent is much higher than at home. Except for Spain (Sierra Nevada) and Eastern Europe.
04 February 2020 - 18:18
Helena says:
Surely there can be good prices in Sierra Nevada too? Would wish that a little more resorts were included in the comparison!
05 February 2020 - 20:19
Ditte says:
The price is also often set in relation to the number of lifts and slopes and the quality of these. If there are 100 or so slopes and the ski resort is high, hotels, food and accommodation will cost more. "Ski in - ski out" is also important for many and to avoid standing in lift queues. Also affects the price. Have skied a lot around Europe (not in the US or Canada) and often also previously experienced that you usually get what you pay for. I prefer not to go to any cabins but live high up and immediately be on the slopes. Still applies today. Like Italy, much for both food and slopes and charm and France because the skiing is so good and at high altitude. However, not always so charming villages.
04 February 2020 - 20:05
Helena says:
Of course, the number of descents and lifts, and the quality of these! But then the price situation in the different countries also affects. Can really understand the charm of living high up!
05 February 2020 - 20:20
Solan says:
Memories are popping up. Have squeezed lagg on 7 out of 10 animal species.
Including Aspen. We didn't think it was expensive, one dollar was 4.20! The last century then...
The slalom teams are now long gone! ??
04 February 2020 - 23:33
Helena says:
Hehe, perfect to have "cancelled" these resorts before it became "too" expensive! 🙂
05 February 2020 - 20:21
Lena - good for the soul says:
I've spent a lot of time in Sälen, mostly in Lindvallen. I don't really know what the prices are like there. But I really like the place.
Hug Lena
05 February 2020 - 6:24
Helena says:
It would be interesting to know how the Swedish ski destinations compare in terms of price with Europe?
05 February 2020 - 20:21
Ama de casa says:
We have probably been aiming wrong then really... Have skied in 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 on the expensive list and only Åre on the cheap one 🙂 .
05 February 2020 - 10:42
Helena says:
Perfect to have crossed off the "animal list"! Good job! 🙂
05 February 2020 - 20:22