Chamonix (Mont-Blanc) is a resort area near the junction of France, Switzerland and Italy. At the base of Mont Blanc, the highest summit in the Alps, it's renowned for its skiing. Year-round, cable cars take visitors up to several nearby peaks with panoramic views, including Aiguille du Midi above town, and Pointe Helbronner, across vast glacier fields on the Italian border.
Bad Gastein is a spa and ski town in the High Tauern Mountains south of Salzburg. It is a well-known Austrian resort with beautiful historic hotels and villas built on steep forest slopes. The city center is located at Gastein Waterfall, about 1000 meters above sea level. The southern part of Bad Gastein belongs to the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Samnaun is a charming alpine village located in eastern Switzerland, with a population of around 850. Known for its unique duty-free shopping and extensive ski area, Samnaun attracts both winter sports enthusiasts and shoppers from across Europe. Nestled high in the Alps, it offers breathtaking mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere. Today, Samnaun continues to be a favorite destination for those seeking both adventure and relaxation.
Val Thorens Ski Resort, located in the French Alps at an altitude of 2300m, is the highest ski town in Europe. The resort is part of the 3 Vallees ski area, which is one of the largest associated ski areas in the world. The slopes of Val Thorens face north and northwest, providing good snow conditions, however, the resort itself faces south and, finally, skiing, many people like to sit outside in the sun.