Skiing is growing in popularity. According to data from Statista, more than 18.4 million Americans took to the slopes last year, around four percent more than the previous year. There are many reasons why this winter sport has so many fans. It’s fun, of course, and it’s also a great form of exercise. Vacationing in ski resorts and towns also provides plenty of stunning, mountainous scenery, fresh air, and a chance to take a real break from reality. That’s why, according to Expert Market Research, the global ski market is worth more than $1.7 billion. By 2032, it’s expected to surge to a value of more than $2.2 billion.
If you’re a fan of skiing, or you’re looking to try the sport for the first time, you have plenty of destinations to choose from. North America is home to multiple ski hotspots, like Aspen in Colorado, Powder Mountain in Utah, and Whistler in Canada.
Europe is also one of the best places to head for a ski vacation—everywhere from northern Italy to Austria to Germany to Switzerland boasts picturesque scenery, stunning ski towns, and impressive slopes.
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But alongside all of the scenery and the skiing, food is vital for a great vacation experience. If you’re looking for a ski hotel or lodge that is going to provide you with delicious vegan food to fuel you through your winter sport adventures, we’ve gathered a few of the best places to choose from—from Europe to North America.
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Vegan-friendly ski resorts and towns all over the world
Before we get into the specifics of hotels, lodges, resorts, and guesthouses to choose from, it’s important to note that, even if you opt for accommodations equipped with a kitchen or a hotel without plant-based options, plenty of ski destinations are home to multiple vegan restaurants.
If you head to Breckenridge, CO for example, which is a small town that sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains, you’ll not only find a world-class ski resort, but you’ll also find plenty of eateries serving up plant-based food. Piante Pizzeria, for example, is the perfect place to unwind and feast after a long day on the slopes. There, you’ll find plenty of delicious pizzas, of course, alongside salads with breaded vegan chicken and shiitake bacon, antipasti, and pizza rolls with fillings like Philly cheesesteak and vegan chicken parm.
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Park City, UT is close to two major ski resorts: Deer Valley and Park City Mountain Resort, and it’s home to several vegan-friendly eateries. In fact, according to HappyCow, there are 37 vegan- and vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Park City.
If you’re off to Japan for a ski experience, head to Hakuba. Located just outside Nagano, which hosted the Winter Olympics in 1998, the small village in the Japanese Alps has a good selection of restaurants with plant-based options. In fact, HappyCow reports there are 26 vegan- and vegetarian-friendly restaurants in the village.
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In Europe, the German city of Tübingen is home to several popular ski resorts, and it also happens to be renowned for its vegan options. In fact, in 2022, BBC described it as a “fiercely vegan, fairy-tale city.” France’s Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley is also home to more than 30 vegan- and vegetarian-friendly restaurants, notes Happy Cow, including the entirely vegetarian restaurant Sesame.
But when you’re on vacation, it also helps if your accommodation caters well to plant-based diets.
7 vegan-friendly ski hotels and lodges
Find some of our top picks for the most vegan-friendly lodges, hotels, and resorts in some of the world’s most beautiful and popular ski destinations below.
Paradiso Pure Living
1 Paradiso Pure Living
Castelrotto, Italy
Renowned for its next-level scenery, the Dolomites in the northern Italian Alps are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This makes it a dream ski destination for many winter sports lovers all over the world. If you’re eyeing it for your next snowy vacation, Paradiso Pure Living is a must-stay. The first vegan hotel in the Dolomites, you can expect spectacular plant-based cuisine, rooms with impressive mountain views, and perfect access to the slopes, thanks to the hotel’s location in the Dolomiti Superski area.
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Naturhotel Aufatmen
2 Naturhotel Aufatmen
Triol, Austria
If you’re looking to relax in between skiing adventures, Naturhotel Aufatmen promises to take good care of you and your well-being. The hotel features a reading room, a fireplace lounge, a silent room, and even an organic swimming pond. When it’s time to refuel, head to the hotel’s restaurant for a totally vegan, vegetable-led, fine-dining experience.
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Four Seasons Resort Whistler
3 Four Seasons Resort Whistler
Whistler, Canada
Whistler in British Columbia is one of North America’s most popular ski destinations, thanks to its two stunning mountains (Whistler and Blackcomb), its picturesque lakes and forests, and its vibrant dining scene. For world-class plant-based dining, book a stay at Four Seasons and head to the Braidwood Tavern. The eatery isn’t 100 percent plant-based, but it does offer an extensive vegan menu complete with curries, stir-fries, burgers, salads, and much more.
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Guesthouse Wiesegg
4 Wiesegg
Reit im Winkl, Germany
Situated in the beautiful Bavarian Mountains, German guesthouse Wiesegg is a great place to stay for access to the slopes, the bar and restaurants in Reit im Winkl’s town center, winter hiking trails, and golf courses. Before you head out for a day of activities, feast on a breakfast buffet, which is made up of plenty of vegetarian and vegan foods, all of which are locally sourced where possible.
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Limelight
5 Limelight
Colorado, US
Another iconic North American skiing destination, Aspen in Colorado offers plenty of ski runs (both challenging and gentle), incredible scenery, and legendary nightlife. Limelight is one of its most popular hotels. There, you’ll have access to the slopes, of course, but also exclusive activities like the Audi Snowshoe Adventure, which involves borrowing an “Audi vehicle stocked with snowshoes for up to 2 hours” for a self-guided tour in the Roaring Fork Valley. When you’re worn out and hungry from all the fun, head to the Limelight Lounge to feast on options like truffle fries, baba ghanoush, veggie burgers, and vegan pizza topped with roasted wild mushrooms.
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Aravis Lodge
6 Aravis Lodge
La Clusaz, France
For cozy accommodation in the French alpine village of La Clusaz, head to Aravis Lodge. There, you’ll be looked after with onsite ski hire, late checkout times, a fleet of drivers, and plenty of delicious plant-based food. In fact, the lodge is certified by the Vegetarian Society for its range of vegetarian and vegan options, so you know you’re in good hands.
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Fairmont
7 Fairmont
Banff, Canada
With the snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains, busy ski resorts, stunning mountain glacial lakes, and beautiful ice fields, it’s no surprise that Banff is a popular North American winter vacation spot. For top-quality, vegan-friendly accommodation in the area, the fairytale-esque Fairmont hotel is a great choice. Complete with a spa, a pool, and unique dining experiences, including the 360-degree dome and multiple onsite restaurants, there is no shortage of things to do. Most of the eateries at the Fairmont have plant-based choices, including the Bavarian-style Waldhaus Restaurant and the French-inspired Vermillion Room.
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Charlotte is a VegNews editor and writer based in sunny Southsea on England’s southern coast.
