5 Top Après-Ski Resorts In Europe

The après-ski in Europe can be ranked as some of the best in the world. With many resort offering a whole host of nightlife options to suit every taste, it's easy to see why the world's skiing community can't get enough of these fun and lively resorts. Whether you simply want to spend your evenings in a chilled and relaxed atmosphere with gluhwein in hand, or party on down till sunrise in a vibrant nightclub, there will be a resort to suit you. If the latter's more your cup of tea, check out our guide on some of the best places to get on down once the ski's wrapped up for the day.

St Anton, Austria

Long regarded as one of the best apres-ski resorts in the world, St Anton is often seen as the party capital of the Alps. The resort boasts nearly 100 bars and restaurants, among these are the world famous Mooserwirt and Krazy Kangaruh, two of the most celebrated bars in the Alps - the Mooserwirt claims to sell more than 5000 litres of beer per day. Another famous venue is Underground, which offers punters a free schnaps with every drink.

Mayrhofen, Austria

This Austrian resort attracts a youthful and energetic crowd with a particularly strong British influence. Numerous bars and discos line the streets and they stay open until the small hours, pick of the bunch are the White Lounge and the Ice Bar. Mayrrhofen's reputation as a party location is on the rise thanks to its annual Snowbombing festival. At the end of the winter season the weeklong festival combines club nights, live music and competition on the slopes.  

Val d'Isere, France

Boasting some of the best après-ski in Europe, this top French resort has a reputation for attracting a large British contingent. Val d'Isere is the original home to the ever expanding Dick's Tea Bar chain of nightclubs, having first opened for business in 1979, more than 1000 customers a day filter through its doors during the winter season. Of course, Dick's is now just one of many fun après-ski venues throughout the resort, other notable mentions go to Cafe Face and Saloon.

Verbier, Switzerland

This exclusive resort attracts a lively crowd with its numerous bars, cabins, pubs and luxury ski chalets. Verbier is home to an abundance of world famous nightclubs, the kind of places people like to be 'seen' in. A big plus for the resort is its compact nature, meaning that almost all of the action can be found on a single, 400 metre strip of road, the Rue de Medran. Best known of the local bars is Le Pub Mont Fort, which is rumoured to sell the most beer in all of Switzerland.

Saalbach, Austria

Another top Austrian resort for party goers, the apres-ski here starts early and will often happen simultaneously with the skiing. A popular haunt within the resort is Bauer's Ski-Alm, boasting indoor and outdoor bars, a lively and eclectic variety of music and a great multi-national ambiance. The Saalbach resort attracts a predominantly Dutch, Scandinavian, British and German contingent, providing a great variety of people and cultures. Another local highlight is the Hinterhag Alm, always packed early, the live band and gluhwein on offer provide a vibrant atmosphere.

Megan is a content writer for Last Minute Ski Deals, part of the Interactive Resorts, the ski holiday specialists.