Christmas Ski Holiday Deals 2025

Wake up in an Alpine chalet this Christmas

What better way to celebrate this Christmas than waking up in a cosy alpine ski chalet unwrapping presents by an open fire, followed by hitting the slopes for an unforgettable day of skiing? Top destinations for ski chalets include France, Austria, Switzerland and Italy.

Visit Santa in Lapland

Fancy something a little special this Christmas? Filter our Christmas ski holidays for ‘Finland’ to visit Santa in Lapland. A true magical trip of a lifetime.

Experience the Northern Lights

For a truly unforgettable Christmas ski holiday why not head north to Scandinavia for the ultimate Christmas light show.

Here’s a selection of some of the best resorts to witness the Northern Lights.

Finland/Lapland 🇫🇮

Saariselkä in Finland is by far the best destination for frequent Northern Lights displays. It’s well above the Arctic Circle and experiences minimal light pollution. Other Finnish resorts also experience frequent auroras.

Resort	Latitude (Approx)
Saariselkä 🇫🇮	68.42°N
Levi 🇫🇮	67.80°N
Ylläs 🇫🇮	67.55°N
Pyhä 🇫🇮	67.02°N

Sweden and Norway 🇸🇪🇳🇴

Although they sit below the Arctic Circle (6.33°N) some northern Swedish and Norwegian resorts, that enjoy relatively little light pollution, can also witness the Northern Lights.

Resort	Latitude (Approx)
Trysil 🇳🇴	61.31°N
Stöten 🇸🇪	61.24°N
Beitostølen 🇳🇴	61.25°N

Ski resorts with Christmas festivities

Get into the Christmas spirit with quaint Christmas markets, sleigh rides, Santa and more.

Snow-sure ski resort choices for Christmas

Christmas is fairly early in the ski season, but there should be plenty of snow across most resorts. Check out high-altitude resorts, Scandinavia or Canada for the most reliable Christmas snow.

Here’s some examples of ski resorts where you would typically find good snow at Christmas.

Resort	Average December snowfall	Average December snowfall days	Ski Line says …
Whistler 🇨🇦	185cm	18 days	Large and snowy ski resort, with a picture-perfect holiday feel
Val d’Isère 🇫🇷	138cm	10 days	High-altitude slopes with a long season and festive atmosphere.
Banff 🇨🇦	109cm	16 days	Spectacular scenery with reliable early-season snow
Cervinia 🇮🇹	85cm	5 days	High-altitude resort, linked to Zermatt, offering excellent snow.
St. Anton 🇦🇹	80cm	6 days	Snowy Alpine resort, with world-class skiing and après-ski.
Zermatt 🇨🇭	76cm	6 days	Guaranteed snow and charming Christmas markets.

Frequently asked questions

What is the catering like on Christmas Day? Will I get something special to eat or a Christmas dinner?

Food plays a major role at Christmas and ski holidays are no exception. Many of our catered chalets and hotels offer special Christmas dinners during the festive season. Be sure to contact us to learn more about the festive dining options available.

Are ski runs open on Christmas Day?

Yes, pistes are open on Christmas Day in ski resorts. Some resorts may operate slightly reduced hours. You can also call us to double-check before booking.