New study finds ski prices in Europe are outpacing inflation

Skiing accounts for 7% of Europe’s tourism industry, and this popular sport has many people hitting the slopes. But just how much has the cost of skiing increased over time? This study examines the rising cost of skiing in Europe by analyzing ski pass data from 2015 to 2023 and calculating inflation using the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Consumer Price Index (CPI). was able to clarify.

Comparing ski fees and inflation

As European resorts continue to grapple with climate change and economic uncertainty, it’s perhaps no surprise that ski prices are rising faster than inflation. Overall, day pass prices have outpaced inflation by 34.8% since 2015, taking into account IMF figures for European countries. If his day pass for skiing were linked to inflation in each country, the average in Europe would be about 50.10 euros per day for him, but in reality this cost is less than that of the continent’s 100 most popular The average for the resort is 66.46 euros.

Resorts with the highest price increases

Europe’s most affordable ski passes 2023/24

For the 2023/24 season, Serbia’s picturesque Kopaonik National Park has some of the cheapest ski slopes in Europe, costing just 37 euros per day. The region’s subalpine climate and sunny outlook make it perfect for skiers of all levels on a budget.

If you want to go skiing in the Alps, our analysis shows that the most affordable resort in the region is Espace Diamant in France. Located just a few miles from Mont Blanc and less than 90 minutes’ drive from Geneva, a day pass in peak season costs just €47.50, less than half the price of resorts across the border in Switzerland.

Europe’s most expensive ski passes 2023/24

No wonder Swiss resorts dominate the list when it comes to the most expensive passes in Europe. Overall, the average price for a ski pass in the country is around 78.92 euros, with Zermatt ski resort being the most expensive in our research. Traditional Zermatt in the canton of Valais has a wide range of ski slopes and exclusive villages, but at 108 euros for a day pass, it is much more expensive than the other options in this analysis. Overall, skiers can save an average of 71 euros a day by skiing in Kopaonik, Serbia’s cheapest resort compared to Zermatt.

Commenting on the findings, Giacomo Piva, co-founder of Radical Storage, said:

“Europe’s ski world is still recovering from the pandemic, despite being hit by the effects of unusually high temperatures and high inflation across the continent. This is a difficult season and it would be surprising to see further price increases. However, many resorts have significantly outpaced price increases this year, and the effects of country-specific inflation are not a direct indication of how much the cost of skiing has changed. It continues to be a leisure activity for those with higher incomes. However, our research shows that travelers are also looking for more value for money ski resorts across Europe, even if they move away from the traditional famous names. You can find them. But don’t expect secret spots for skiing to be hidden away, affordable and maintained for long, as we’re seeing in Bulgaria.”