Luxury Chalets for Summer Skiing
For those not quite ready to put the skis away, high-altitude and glacier destinations can offer opportunities to return to the snow during the summer months. Our collection of chalets for summer skiing focuses on properties that provide a luxurious base for combining time on the glacier with everything else the mountains offer away from the winter season.
Zermatt is a particularly important destination within this collection, offering dramatic high-altitude surroundings alongside hiking, cycling, restaurants and a lively summer mountain atmosphere. A summer ski holiday can therefore feel very different to its winter equivalent, with early time on the snow followed by long afternoons spent exploring the mountains in warmer weather.
Conditions, operating dates and lift access are especially important when considering summer skiing, and they can vary from year to year. Our specialists can advise on the destinations that make sense for your dates as well as the chalets that are genuinely available outside the conventional winter season.
The result is a summer Alpine holiday built around the mountains, with skiing as part of the experience rather than the only reason to travel.
This is only a small selection of our portfolio.
Zermatt, Switzerland
Christiania Apartment 3
Sleeps 6
Zermatt, Switzerland
Christiania Apartment 7
Sleeps 12
Zermatt, Switzerland
Christiania Apartment 4
Sleeps 2
Zermatt, Switzerland
Christiania Apartment 1
Sleeps 4
Where can you ski in the Alps during summer?
Summer skiing is very different from a conventional winter ski holiday. Opportunities are concentrated around high-altitude glacier areas, with Zermatt among the best-known destinations for accessing snow outside the main winter season.
Operating dates, lift opening and snow conditions vary, so planning around the actual skiing available for your travel dates is essential. Our specialists can advise on the destination first and the chalet second, ensuring the holiday is built around realistic mountain access.
What is a summer ski holiday actually like?
Skiing often takes place earlier in the day, leaving the afternoon free to experience a completely different side of the Alps. Hiking, cycling, restaurants, spas and long lunches in the sunshine can all become part of the stay.
For many guests, this combination is the appeal. You can spend the morning on the snow before returning to a mountain environment that feels distinctly summery by the afternoon.
Choosing a chalet for summer skiing
The priorities can change outside winter. Outdoor space, terraces, views and proximity to summer lift operations become particularly valuable, while airier living spaces and easy access to the village can matter more than they might in January.
Our team can consider both the seasonal operation of the resort and whether individual properties are genuinely suited to a summer stay.
FAQs
Can you really ski in the Alps in summer?
Yes, in selected high-altitude and glacier ski areas, although availability depends on the resort, conditions and time of year.
Is summer skiing suitable for beginners?
It can be, but terrain and lift availability are more limited than during winter. We would recommend discussing ability levels and intended dates with our specialists before choosing a destination.
What can you do after skiing?
Summer in the Alps offers hiking, cycling, mountain restaurants, spas and many other outdoor activities. It is one reason a summer ski trip can work particularly well as a wider mountain holiday.
When should I plan a summer ski holiday?
Because lift operations and snow conditions are seasonal, we recommend speaking to us as early as possible so that we can advise on the most appropriate destination for your dates.
Planning summer skiing?
Speak to our Alpine specialists before choosing the chalet. We can help establish where skiing is likely to work for your dates and build the rest of the stay around it.
What makes us different?
Experience
We have been designing and delivering luxury ski holidays for over 25 years. Our experience in the industry is unparalleled. You can trust us to create the perfect trip for you and your family.
Expertise
Our team live and breathe skiing and are passionate about the destinations we sell. We work with only the best chalet and hotel providers. All are regularly inspected to ensure our exacting standards are met.
Service
Each Oxford Ski Company booking includes our complimentary pre-arrival concierge service. Your specialist will help arrange the all-important finer details that are part of planning the perfect ski holiday.