French Alps (Francois Hoang, Unsplash)Ski enthusiasts seeking an affordable winter getaway have good reason to celebrate. The latest European Ski Price Index names Roubion les Buisses in France as the continent’s cheapest ski resort, with a daily cost of just £35.
The index ranks 265 European resorts based on adult ski passes and holiday rental costs per person. France leads the rankings for affordable skiing, with nine of the ten cheapest resorts located in the country.
Meanwhile, Scottish resorts also offer competitive prices. Cairngorm Mountain costs £78 per day, while Glenshee comes in at £88. Both are well below the European average of £112.
At the other end of the scale, Zermatt in Switzerland ranks as Europe’s most expensive ski resort. Visitors pay £262 per day, more than the cost of a full week of skiing in Roubion les Buisses.
Europe’s five cheapest ski resorts for 2026/27
- Roubion les Buisses, France: £35
- Réallon, France: £37
- Gresse en Vercors, France: £42
- Le Mourtis, France: £44
- Sierra de Béjar, Spain: £46
The index covers resorts with at least 20 km of ski slopes. It compares prices during two periods: the week before Christmas and the last full week of March.
Overall, the findings offer useful guidance for travellers planning a more affordable European ski holiday in the 2026/27 season.
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