Après-ski: where to go

Après-ski encompasses the social gatherings, entertainment, and dining experiences that take place after a day on the mountain slopes. Across European alpine destinations, this tradition spans afternoon drinks at slope-side chalets, live music venues, and vibrant evening lounges in resort villages. Depending on the resort, the activity runs primarily throughout the winter season, though destinations such as Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, Sölden, and Sierra Nevada extend their offerings across other seasons including spring, summer, and autumn.

Several renowned resorts feature dedicated après-ski infrastructure. In Austria, Obertauern hosts popular spots like the Sportalm near the Zehnerkarbahn base and the Lürzer Alm, which features live DJs and traditional Austrian party music. St. Anton am Arlberg is home to the slope-side MooserWirt, known for its energetic atmosphere and dancing on tables. Over in Switzerland, Verbier offers Le Farinet directly off the slopes, providing live music and energetic crowds, while Davos features the outdoor Bolgenplaza located at the base of the Jakobshorn ski area.

In France, Les Deux Alpes provides direct slope-side gathering at L'Umbrella Bar, situated at the base of several key lifts. Italian destinations also provide varied nightlife, such as Livigno with its mix of traditional stube bars and clubs with live music, and Sestriere, which features pubs serving craft beers and cocktails after time on the slopes.

Après-ski by country

30 destinations compared

DestinationCountryVillage altitudeMax altitudeSki areaLiftsSeasonPrice levelServices
Obertauern
Salzburg
Austria1,928 m2,526 m100 km26Winter–3
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
Tirol
Austria1,793 m3,080 m112 km25Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn–2
Les Deux Alpes
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
France1,650 m3,600 m200 km40Winter€€€1
Laax
Graubünden
Switzerland1,016 m3,018 m224 km29Winter–1
Sestriere
Piemonte
Italy2,035 m2,840 m400 km70Winter, Summer€€€1
Sölden
Tirol
Austria1,377 m3,340 m146 km31Winter, Summer, Autumn€€€1
Verbier
Canton of Valais
Switzerland1,490 m3,330 m410 km72Winter€€€€1
Courchevel
Savoie
France1,100 m3,054 m150 km58Winter–1
Ischgl
Tyrol
Austria1,377 m2,872 m239 km46Winter, Spring–1
Livigno
Lombardia
Italy1,816 m2,900 m115 km32Winter€€€1
Mayrhofen
Tyrol
Austria633 m2,500 m142 km61Winter––
Sierra Nevada
Andalusia
Spain1,310 m3,394 m112.5 km23Winter, Spring–1
St. Anton am Arlberg
Tyrol
Austria1,264 m2,811 m300 km85Winter–1
Avoriaz
Haute-Savoie
France1,681 m2,466 m75 km34Winter––
Saalbach-Hinterglemm
Salzburger Land
Austria1,003 m2,249 m270 km70Winter––
Val Thorens
Les 3 Vallées
France2,300 m3,230 m150 km31Winter––
Alpe d'Huez
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
France1,850 m3,330 m250 km89Winter€€€–
Bad Gastein
Salzburg
Austria1,002 m2,686 m200 km50Winter––
Bansko
Blagoevgrad
Bulgaria930 m2,914 m75 km14Winter––
Cervinia
Aosta Valley
Italy2,050 m3,883 m154 km16Winter€€€€–
La Grave
Alte Alpi
France1,497 m3,983 m19 km3Winter––
Les Arcs
Savoie
France1,200 m3,226 m200 km52Winter––
Morzine
Haute-Savoie
France1,395 m2,460 m120 km48Winter––
Ponte di Legno
Lombardy
Italy1,260 m3,069 m100 km30Winter––
Prato Nevoso
Ligurian Alps
Italy1,436 m2,085 m130 km24Winter––
Schladming
Styria
Austria745 m2,700 m230 km81Winter––
Serre Chevalier
Hautes-Alpes
Italy1,200 m2,800 m250 km59Winter––
Tignes & Val d'Isère
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
France1,550 m3,599 m300 km80Winter––
Vipiteno
South Tyrol
Italy948 m2,744 m20 km5Winter––
Davos
Canton of Grisons
Switzerland1,560 m3,146 m300 km57Winter–1
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Après-ski in each destination

Obertauern

Salzburg, Austria
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  • Sportalm Après-Ski BarWinter

    The Sportalm is one of Obertauern's most iconic après-ski locations, famous for its energetic atmosphere and live music. Situated near the Zehnerkarbahn base station, it's a prime spot for skiers to gather immediately…

  • Lürzer Alm Après-Ski BarWinter

    One of Obertauern's most iconic après-ski locations, famous for its energetic atmosphere, live DJs, and traditional Austrian party music. It's a large wooden chalet with multiple bars, drawing crowds directly from the…

  • Edelweissalm Mountain Restaurant & Après-SkiWinter

    A popular mountain hut and restaurant offering traditional Austrian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere during the day. As the afternoon progresses, it transforms into a vibrant après-ski spot with music and drinks. Located…

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Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Tirol, Austria
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  • Nederhütte Apres-Ski BarWinter

    The Nederhütte is an iconic and legendary après-ski venue, famous throughout the Alps for its incredibly lively atmosphere and live music. Located on the ski slope above Obergurgl, it's accessible by ski or foot (via a…

  • Local Events & Après-SkiWinter, Summer, Autumn, Spring

    The resort hosts a variety of events throughout the year, from early-season ski openings and traditional advent markets in winter to guided hikes and music festivals in summer. Après-ski in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl is…

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Les Deux Alpes

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Vibrant Après-skiLively Après-SkiVibrant Après-Ski
  • L'Umbrella Bar (Apres-Ski)Winter

    Located directly on the slopes at the base of several key lifts, L'Umbrella Bar is an iconic apres-ski spot in Les Deux Alpes. It's famous for its lively outdoor atmosphere, live DJs, and expansive sun terrace where…

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Sestriere

Piemonte, Italy
Vibrant Après-Ski SceneVibrant Après-Ski
  • Nightlife & Après-Ski LoungesWinter, Summer

    After a day on the slopes, Sestriere comes alive with a dynamic nightlife and a variety of après-ski lounges. From cozy pubs offering craft beers and cocktails to vibrant bars with live music and DJs, there's an option…

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Sölden

Tirol, Austria
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  • Dorf Alm Sölden - Après-Ski & DiningWinter, Summer, Autumn

    The Dorf Alm Sölden is a highly popular and energetic venue renowned for its vibrant après-ski atmosphere and authentic traditional Tyrolean dining experience. Conveniently situated in the heart of the village, it…

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Verbier

Canton of Valais, Switzerland
Vibrant après-skiVibrant Après-Ski
  • Le Farinet Après-Ski & NightclubWinter

    One of Verbier's legendary après-ski destinations, Le Farinet is renowned for its lively atmosphere, live music, and energetic crowds right off the slopes. It transitions seamlessly from a vibrant après-ski bar into a…

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Courchevel

Savoie, France
Vibrant Après-Ski
  • Après-Ski Lounges and BarsWinter

    Courchevel is famous for its vibrant and sophisticated après-ski scene, particularly in Courchevel 1850 and Moriond. Numerous high-end lounges and bars come alive as the slopes close, offering live music, DJ sets,…

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Livigno

Lombardia, Italy
Lively Après-Ski
  • Livigno Apres-Ski SceneWinter

    Livigno boasts a lively and diverse après-ski scene, ranging from cozy traditional 'stube' bars to vibrant clubs with live music and DJs. After a day on the slopes, skiers and snowboarders gather at popular spots like…

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Davos

Canton of Grisons, Switzerland
  • Bolgenplaza Après-Ski BarWinter

    Located directly at the base of the Jakobshorn ski area, the Bolgenplaza is Davos's quintessential après-ski destination. This vibrant outdoor bar and entertainment area comes alive every afternoon during the winter…

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Frequently asked questions

Which venues in Obertauern offer après-ski entertainment?

Obertauern offers several iconic après-ski locations, including the Sportalm near the Zehnerkarbahn base, the Lürzer Alm with live DJs and traditional Austrian party music, and the Edelweissalm Mountain Restaurant & Après-Ski.

Where can visitors find slope-side après-ski bars in Les Deux Alpes and Davos?

In Les Deux Alpes, L'Umbrella Bar is situated directly on the slopes at the base of key lifts. In Davos, the Bolgenplaza outdoor bar is located directly at the base of the Jakobshorn ski area.

What après-ski options are available in Switzerland's Laax and Verbier?

Laax features venues such as Crap Bar and Legna Bar around the base station in Murschetg, while Verbier offers Le Farinet, known for live music and crowds straight off the slopes.

What type of après-ski experiences are found in Livigno?

Livigno features a diverse après-ski scene that ranges from cozy, traditional stube bars to clubs offering live music and DJs.

Where can you go après-ski in the mountains?

Obertauern (Austria), Obergurgl-Hochgurgl (Austria), Les Deux Alpes (France), Laax (Switzerland), Sestriere (Italy) and Sölden (Austria), among 30 destinations offer après-ski according to Alpe Match data.

Which countries offer après-ski?

Austria (9 destinations), France (9 destinations), Italy (7 destinations), Switzerland (3 destinations), Bulgaria (1 destination) and Spain (1 destination).

When is the season for après-ski?

Based on the services listed in each destination, après-ski is mainly available in winter. Dates vary every year: check with local operators.

Which après-ski destination reaches the highest altitude?

La Grave, with a maximum altitude of 3,983 m.

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