Hirafu, Switzerland — Travelrags

Condé Nast TravelerJan 11

Onsen and ramen in Japan, spring skiing in Switzerland, or aprés in France? The choice is yours.

Main base, walkable and lift-connected with ramen shops

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Whistler BlackcombSightOffers variety with over 8,000 acres spread across two mountains
BlackcombSightAll the ways to uncover First Nations and Indigenous culture in North America's largest ski resort and mountain bike…
Whistler VillageNeighborhoodPedestrian core with hotels, restaurants, and bars
MéribelSightAnchors the middle with groomed cruisers and tree-lined runs
Niseko UnitedSightKnown for consistent light, dry snowfall and tree skiing
HirafuNeighborhoodMain base, walkable and lift-connected with ramen shops
Peak 2 Peak GondolaSightIt is the first lift to join the two side-by-side mountains.
Les Trois ValléesSightWorld's largest interconnected ski area with 370 miles of runs
Gütsch by Markus NeffRestaurantOne-star Michelin restaurant in Andermatt
The JapaneseRestaurantTwo-star Michelin restaurant in Andermatt
Grands MontetsPlaceDelivers high-alpine terrain and respected lift-accessed off-piste skiing
Aiguille du MidiPlaceCable car unlocks access to glaciated routes and classic lines
Vallée BlancheTrailClassic glaciated route accessed from Aiguille du Midi
Whistler MountainSight
Les 3 ValléesSight

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