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Swiss charm, French elegance, Austrian efficiency and Italian flair, all within reach of eachother, make Europe backcountry riding a great and varied option.

From the easily accessible Aosta Valley to the steep and challenging La Grave, and everything in between, Europe has a host of backcountry freeride options to tempt all. We've hand-picked the best accommodation options and guides to get you away from the over crowded and tracked out resorts, and into the true freeride terrain across the Alps.

Why choose Europe:

• Extensive and accessible terrain to suit all freeride levels.
• Touring, heli skiing and sidecountry options all on offer.
• Large range of accommodation choices, from luxury hotels to remote mountain refuges.
• Flexible- day options or dedicated week long freeride trips.
• Easily accessible from UK for long trips and or last-minute breaks.

European backcountry:

Depending on what you're looking for, Europe can cater for most tastes. Heli Skiing is banned in France, but hop over to Switzerland or Italy and you'll find plenty of options. For those that prefer leg-powered access to the powder, the mountain hut system provides extensive touring options. If you're new to the freeride scene, resorts like Engelberg or Zinal offer some of the best sidecountry in Switzerland, coupled with excellent pisted options and a great resort atmosphere. Create your adventure below and we'll point you in the right direction!

Travel to Europe:

The main hubs of Geneva, Zurich and Grenoble will provide options for most of the freeride locations. Smaller airports like Sion are harder to find flights to, but provide much shorter transfer times.

To experience the best backcountry that Europe can offer, all on your own terms, create your own powder adventure below and we'll be in touch.