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Snow-capped mountain peaks rise above a sea of clouds under a clear alpine sky.

Ski holidays by train

Which? Recommended Provider - Rail Holidays

The best way to the slopes? By scenic mountain railway through sweeping Alpine landscapes. Snowcapped peaks, pine forests and glacial lakes set the mood before your arrival into snow-sure resorts and laid-back ski towns.

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Pas de la Casa in Andorra

Pas de la Casa

Stop in Paris and Toulouse en route to Pas de la Casa, a Grandvalira ski resort known for high slopes and lively après-ski.
7 nights
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Ski Saas-Fee

Saas-Fee

Switzerland’s car-free Saas-Fee is reached via Basel and Zürich, offering family-friendly skiing, reliable snow and high slopes.
7 nights
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Gstaad ski

Gstaad

Ski the high-altitude slopes of Gstaad, with terrain for all levels, plus snowshoe walks and the scenic Montreux panoramic train.
8 nights
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Ski Davos

Davos

Davos shares slopes with Klosters, combining varied skiing with plans to become Switzerland’s climate-neutral resort.
7 nights
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Ski St. Moritz

St. Moritz

Set in one of the Alps’ most snow-sure regions, St Moritz offers Olympic pistes, winter trails and the famous Cresta Run.
8 nights
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Grindelwald Ski

Grindelwald

Lying at the foot of the Eiger, Grindelwald links to the Jungfrau ski area, offering terrain and alpine scenery for all levels.
9 nights
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Ski Zell am See

Zell am See

Ski Schmittenhöhe above Zell am See, choosing alpine, touring or cross-country routes, then unwind in mountain taverns.
8 nights
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Ski Zermatt

Zermatt

Ski in car-free Zermatt, snowshoeing to Grünsee, riding cog trains and crossing glaciers beneath the Matterhorn’s peaks.
6 nights
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