Where to ski in Belgium
The first thing people think of when they hear “Belgium” is the beer and cultural excursions. But did you know that Belgium is also home to some of Europe’s best ski resorts? While not as well-known as the Alps, these mountains hold their own when it comes to skiing and snowboarding. The ski resorts are available by driving there on a rented car. Here are seven spots in Belgium where you can enjoy a great winter adventure:
Baraque de Fraiture
Baraque de Fraiture is a ski resort in the Ardennes region of Belgium. It is located in the municipality of Fraiture and is a member of the Les Trois Vallées network. It has 2 green, 9 blue, 10 red and 6 black ski runs. Its longest run is 3 kilometres long.
The resort is located in the High Fens, at an altitude of 710 metres. It has a maximum vertical drop of 375 metres and a total skiable area of 140 hectares. The nearest town is Spa, located around 9 kilometres away.
Val de Wanne
Val de Wanne is a ski resort in the Ardennes, located in the province of Luxembourg. It’s near Arlon and also within easy reach of Belgium’s Belgian Ardennes.
Val de Wanne can be reached via road from Liège or from Luxembourg City (Luxembourg). The ski area has a total of 70 km of pistes and 100% snow-sure slopes. The highest point is the Kalmit (1765 m).
Mont des Brumes
Mont des Brumes is the highest point in Belgium and can be found at an elevation of 1,660 meters (5,450 feet). It’s a popular destination for hikers, with trails leading to the summit from both sides of the mountain–one that goes around its base, and another that climbs up from Aalter.
The area also has a ski resort called Mont des Brumes. It offers a variety of slopes for skiers and snowboarders who want to enjoy their time on this imposing peak: green runs suitable for beginners; blue runs offering intermediate challenges; red runs with advanced challenges; plus black diamond runs only recommended if you’re an expert skier or snowboarder.
Paragliding enthusiasts will find plenty to do here too! The windy conditions are ideal for paragliding flights off this majestic hilltop
Ovifat
Ovifat is a small village in the Belgian province of Luxembourg. The ski area has been developed over the past few years, and it’s now one of Belgium’s most popular resorts for families with young children.
The ski area is relatively small but has a good range of slopes and facilities including two lifts, snowmaking machines and night skiing on Friday nights from December to March. There are also two restaurants within walking distance from the car park: Le Chasseur (serving traditional Belgian food) and Le Bar des Sports (serving snacks).
Hautes Fagnes
Hautes Fagnes or the High Fens is a ski resort in eastern Belgium. It’s located in the Ardennes region and it’s part of the province of Liège, which is also home to Spa-Francorchamps and Bastogne. There are two villages at Hautes Fagnes: Amel (where you’ll find most accommodation options) and Ampsin.
This is a great place for beginners and families, but it also has some slopes that are better suited to more advanced skiers. You can ski here in the winter months and cross-country ski in the summer. The High Fens are located near Liège, which is where you’ll find this Belgian skiing spot.
The high Fens are a nature reserve and they’re open year round. There are plenty of cross-country trails to explore in the summer months, and there are also some great hikes you can take when it’s not ski season. This region offers some incredible views, so if you’re looking for a good place to stop for lunch during your hike, this is definitely one of them.
The resort’s elevation ranges from 1,250 meters to 1,500 meters and it has a total of 85 kilometers of slopes. The highest point is Mont des Flamandes at 1,350 meters.
Le Monty – Lierneux
Le Monty – Lierneux is a ski resort in Belgium. It is located in the province of Luxembourg, and it’s one of the most popular ski resorts in Belgium. The ski area has a total of 60 km of pistes, spread over three different peaks: Le Monty (1,872 m), Les Arches (1,737 m) and Lierneux (1,624 m).
The ski area is particularly popular with families and beginners.
Lierneux is a great place for beginners and families, because there are many easy slopes on which you can learn how to ski. The resort also has some more challenging runs, which will be great for experienced skiers.
Zosterbach – Nidrum
Zosterbach – Nidrum is a ski resort in Belgium. It is located in the province of Luxembourg, in the Ardennes mountain range, and near the border with France. The nearest village is Zosterbach.
The resort has a total of nine slopes, including four green, three blue and two black. There are also three lifts and one drag lift. The longest run is 1,400 meters long.
We hope that you’re now inspired to head off on a ski trip to Belgium. The country has some great slopes for beginners and experts alike, whether you want to enjoy nature in peace or party hard at night. If you’re looking for something different from your usual holiday destination then why not consider Belgium?
