Skiing In Europe – Gateways to the Mountains

You plan to go skiing and you known your destination should be Europe. But where in Europe can you start? A few countries offer possibilities and in this article we will only deal with a few of them. Unless your trip takes you to a certain country and skiing is not the primary goal, then start in one of these cities.
Gateways to the Alps
Zurich, Switzerland, may be your gateway as you head for Switzerland and Austria. Simply leave your skies at the, Left Luggage facility at the airport or station. This is something you can do in may countries, especially if you do not have much time. Do not stay at the airport, scared to leave your luggage. Catch the train into Zurich and find a cheap hostel. Dormitory style accommodation is not for everyone but you are not going to be there most of the time. Until you are exhausted you will spend the time sightseeing. Find Niederdorf and visit a smoky bar or a packed disco or a restaurant.
Geneva Switzerland
If you want to go to the French Alps, Val Daosta in Italy or you are going towards the Valais in Switzerland, Geneva can be your gateway.
Frankfurt, Germany
Spend a night or two on your way towards your final destination in this city. Easy to reach from the airport and if you are not in a hurry , take the train and head for the Romerberg, a square near the Main River and after that do some shopping at the Zeil, Frankfurts most fashionable pedestrian shopping street.
Munich Germany
Your goal is skiing but since you are here, you need to spend an evening in the city, visiting the beer halls. The formidable one liter mug is not a joke. Take it and drink as much as you like. Again you have a main square called Marienplatz, but you can visit art museums and go and see a castle or two.
Innsbruck Austria
Already in the Alps, this gateway is the easiest if you want to arrive as close to your final destination as possible. Skiers are welcome everywhere and you can dress in your ski outfit.   A walk through the old town will give you an opportunity to see the oldest buildings. Visit the Hofburg palace and St. Jacobs cathedral.
Three more places will bring you to the skiing countries
Salzburg Austria, famous for being used in The Sound of Music film. Milan Italy, around two hours drive from the main ski resorts but like the other cities, offers a feast of old buildings and history. Lyon France, a gourmet center and a meal in one of the leading restaurants will be an experience you will savor for a long time.
Above are a few places to start your unforgettable holiday on the ski slopes of the world.

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