Ski destinations in Germany

Winterberg ski resort

For a wonderful winter sports Germany experience, you don’t have to travel far. Within just five hours from Amsterdam, you can reach the Winterberg ski resort, the most popular winter sports area in Germany. Here you’ll find well-prepared slopes, charming villages and a lively après-ski scene. Perfect for a short ski holiday close to home.

Ski resorts Germany

The most popular ski resorts Germany are located in the Sauerland region, including Winterberg and Willingen. These resorts may be smaller and lower in altitude than those in the Alps, but they offer plenty of fun for families, beginners and short winter getaways.

If you prefer to head further south, you’ll find larger and more challenging ski resorts Germany. Think of Feldberg in the Black Forest with around 50 kilometres of slopes, or Oberstdorf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen near the Austrian border. South of Munich, the Lenggries ski area offers about 35 kilometres of slopes and can easily be combined with a city trip.

Travel by train for your winter sports Germany

Travelling by train to your winter sports Germany destination is easy and comfortable. Most resorts are accessible by ICE, a night train or a regional German service. Depending on your destination, you may need one to three transfers.

You’ll travel comfortably and sustainably to your favourite ski resort in Germany, whether that’s the Winterberg ski resort or a destination further south in the Alps.

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Other destinations Germany

Feldberg

The ideal destination for a skiing holiday for beginners and children. You will be there in just 7.5 hours.

Willingen

The ideal winter sports destination for beginners and cross-country skiers. You’ll be there in less than 5 hours.

From € 28

Train to Winterberg

Ski area close to home. You’ll arrive well-rested when travelling by train.

From € 28

Train to Black forest

From 4.39 hrs you can travel to the largest forest area in Germany.

From € 38

Train to Sauerland

Great nature areas filled with vast forests and charming villages.

From € 28

ICE

ICE is the high-speed train that runs daily from the Netherlands to Germany and Switzerland.

ICE to Berlin

Travel directly to Berlin in just 5.51 hours! Departs 5x times a day.

Nightjet

Travelling while you sleep is possible with Nightjet to Vienna, Basel, Zurich and Munich.