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4 Must-Try Unique Winter Experiences in Europe

by Aoife O'Riordan

Dec 21, 2022

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Opt for a more unique winter experience this season across Europe. From fondue in a private gondola to helicopter flights over stunning mountains, these activities promise long-lasting memories.

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Ice Bathing, Switzerland

At Tschuggen Grand Hotel in Arosa, Switzerland, guests can practice ice bathing to clear their minds and recharge their bodies. The perfect wellness experience, ice bathing allows guests to slow down and ground themselves, as well as release stress-relieving endorphins. Ice baths stimulate the circulatory system, firm the skin and boost the immune system.

heliskiing

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Heliskiing, France

Enjoy one of the most elegant ski-in/ski-out experiences at Le Coucou, a chic chalet in Méribel, France. The resort, which overlooks the Los Trois Vallées ski region, invites guests to try heliskiing. This activity promises to impress guests with snowscape views as they fly by helicopter to white slopes for a ski session guided by a professional instructor.

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Snurfing, Switzerland

A blend of surfing and snow, snurfing creates amazing opportunities to see Arosa Forest. At Valsana Hotel, guests can try their hand at this retro sports experience while learning about snowboarding’s roots. The hotel also provides personal guidance with a professional instructor.

Fondue Gondola

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Fondue Gondola, Switzerland

Head to St. Moritz and indulge in a stay at The Carlton Hotel. This beautiful property offers a unique and warming winter experience. The romantic experience includes cheese fondue and other regional delicacies in a private gondola, complete with holiday lights and panoramic views of Lake St. Moritz and the Swiss mountains.

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