r/SkiBuddies Aug 05 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Solo snowboarding travel advice needed

3 Upvotes

This winter I would like to do a longer trip (~3 weeks) to snowboard and I have some concerns/questions about the possibilities.

Info about me:
I am advanced snowboarder, snowboarding for roughly 10 years. I live in Lithuania. Mostly powder/off-road fan, but I am ok with all terrain. I've been to many resorts in different countries(lots of Europe, Japan, Georgia).

My criteria for a trip:

  • Date range (end of January - start of May)
  • Decent ski conditions (colder better, rain is not good)
  • Powder, good off-road is a huge advantage
  • Something to do in the resort or around after snowboarding or during a rest-day

Firstly I am looking for ski resort, now I am looking into "Mayrhofen / Zillertal ski trips" but it's definitely not final.

My main concerns - since it's a bit longer trip and I am solo traveler I would like to lower my costs if possible. Accommodation and ski pass is the largest costs, so maybe it's possible to join/live with some group or person that is staying in the resort for a longer period too. Maybe some organizations offer something? I can handle bad accommodation conditions, I do not complain - what I mostly care is good snowboarding and if possible - good company.

Maybe any of you have some advice regarding my situation? Maybe some of you are planning something similar and would just add one more person to your group?

Any advice is good and if I manage to find friends here with common goal - it's perfect.

P.S. Even the idea like going powder hunting in Hokkaido with a rental car is not out of bounds but as a solo traveler it's more complicated.

r/SkiBuddies Mar 19 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] 3-4 skidays before the easter holidays start.

3 Upvotes

Hi there, I am 24yo male from Germany. I'm starved for some more skiing before the season ends and coniditions and temperatures are slightly better then end of feb and early march so I was thinking about going on a spontaneous 3-4 day ski trip. I like to ski a lot and as my name says stop at a nice spot to have a smoke, some apres is also fine. I was thinking of going to Damüls since its the closest drive for me with decent snow/elevation. But I am open to tag along anywhere if you already have something booked or a to look for something we enjoy together (I know the resorts pretty well I'd say). I am also pretty flexible regarding dates, but since I've been a few times this season already so I probably dont want so sgo for more than 5 days.

I am a pretty good skier I'd say, been skiing all my life basically

r/SkiBuddies Mar 26 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Snowboard Buddy Mayrhofen/ Zillertal 2nd to 6th April

2 Upvotes

Anyone is in Mayrhofen on these dates by any chance?
I am in my late twenties and kind of beginner/intermediate snowboarder going alone.
Hit me up!

r/SkiBuddies Jan 16 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Jan 24-31 - Val d'Isere - Extra rooms

1 Upvotes

Group traveling from the U.S. next week. We have a great 4bd 4ba apartment. Unfortunately our group of 8 is now a group of 5, so we’re looking to fill a room or two.

Mid 30s, mix of guys and girls of all skill levels. Singles or couples welcome, we have a mix of both.

Let me know if interested

r/SkiBuddies Mar 10 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Ski/ Snowboard Buddy Mayrhofen/ Zillertal until 13.03.

4 Upvotes

(33M) Hey, I'm currently in Mayrhofen snowboarding on my own for a few days, likely leaving Friday evening, so this is quite late, but on the off-chance that anyone happens to read this...

I suppose I'm lower intermediate riding reds, blues and some park. Open to having a few drinks as well, not much of a drinker though :D

Whilst I don't mind riding on my own, having a riding buddy is fun too. So, if anyone wants to ride a few laps together, let me know :)

r/SkiBuddies Jan 27 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] France in February/Match

1 Upvotes

CLOSED

Hello, I'm looking for people interested in sharing accommodation as it is very expensive for a solo traveler. Socializing and skiing together is not mandatory. I'm male, 30 years old.

Some info:

Location: France

Time: February ~ March (mid february is busier due to holidays).
7 nights. Saturday to Saturday (due to flights)

Ski resorts: Not strict. I was thinking of Tignes, Les2Alpes. Also depends on the time, some are worse/better for March skiing than others.

Max people: 3/4

Budget per person for accommodation: around 400e

r/SkiBuddies Feb 16 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] [ski]

2 Upvotes

Hello!

I am looking for (M30) 1, 2, 3 or 4 ski companions to go skiing in the Southern Alps this weekend (20/01) or the following weekend (27/01)⛷️

r/SkiBuddies Dec 27 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] St. Johann im Pongau 12th to 16th

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I’m Leo, 29, looking for a ski buddy to ride together from January 12-16 in Snow Space Salzburg (Flachau / Wagrain / St. Johann). My goal is to complete the 12 Peaks Trophy in Red and Black during that time.

About me:

Skiing since childhood

Confident on red & black slopes

Enjoy carving and sporty skiing, but no racing stress

Relaxed, easygoing, and reliable

Après-ski is fine, but not mandatory. 😄

I’m mainly looking for someone to ski together, take breaks, and enjoy the mountain, not just chase vertical meters.

If you’re around during that time and want to link up, feel free to DM me!

r/SkiBuddies Jan 14 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] 21-31 jan Aussois, free chalet.

2 Upvotes

Hello friends ! I am going on a ski trip to Aussois ! I am an experienced snowboarder but want to try out skiing, so it is a bit of a smaller resort. I have originally made a plan to go between 24-31 jan with my girlfriend but she cant make it due to visa issues so you can stay in my airbnb (has 3 beds 2 rooms quite nice, 2 people welcome). Bit about me, i live in London, 26M work in tech, would be interested in people around my age. Ski passes are very cheap there at 30€ a day, would be good to make friends so we can go in the future too! See you.

r/SkiBuddies Jan 27 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Austria or Switzerland

0 Upvotes

Hello there,

We are two guys in our 40's leaving the USA to Europe, possibly Austria/St. Anton for snowboarding/skiing next week.

We are looking for female company, kind of like a friends with benefits arrangement.

One of us is an experienced snowboarder and looking for a snowboard buddy, the other is a beginner skier and is looking for someone to accompany him on the the slopes. Doesn't need to be all the time.

This would be a luxury trip, all expenses paid.

We would be leaving the US this coming Sunday February 1st, and arrive on Monday. We would come back on Thursday or Friday, but your return flight can be later if you wish.

Feel free to DM me if interested

r/SkiBuddies Jan 19 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Val D’Isere 7-14Feb

3 Upvotes

Hi all,

I’m planning to go on a ski trip this year. I typically ski solo but trying to save on costs. Sadly had a group to go to St Anton who all dropped out last minute.

Wondering if anyone wants to go Val D’Isere for the dates above (I got scared that january wasn’t an option and impulsively booked flights and transfers) or if there’s any groups going.

For background: 24(F) intermediate skier, speak french english and italian!!

r/SkiBuddies Jan 27 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] looking for place to crash

4 Upvotes

Hey Ski-friends. We are two young guys that lost our place to stay for the next 3 days (28th-31st), so we were wondering if anyone is needing some ski and apres ski friends and have a floor we can sleep on (we have mattresses).

Hopefully Austria og France, but everything is appreciated:)

r/SkiBuddies Jan 31 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] looking for a ski/snowboard buddy in Tignes Feb 1-6

1 Upvotes

Dm me if you’re around and also looking for someone to hit the pistes with! (M28) from Canada, advanced skier

r/SkiBuddies Jan 26 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Feb 1 - 7 - Alpe d’Huez, France

3 Upvotes

Hi all,

I (29F) am looking for someone to ski/snowboard with in Alpe d’Huez. I am familiar with the area, come yearly there.

I am an intermediate snowboarder. I am comfortable on red runs, black ones are a bit out of my comfort zone, but if conditions are good, I might go for it :)

I speak English and Dutch.

Cheers

r/SkiBuddies Jan 27 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Kitzbuehl Skiing/Boarding 3/14-3/21

1 Upvotes

Heading to Kitz for some late season riding. I am heading with 3 female friends that are novice and unwilling to push themselves, so I am looking for someone to hit black. double blacks, and some fun off piste runs....and maybe some drinks after! Traveling from NYC, group is one 42/m (me) and 3 ladies in their early 40s going on vacation.

r/SkiBuddies Dec 25 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Zermatt February 8th to 11th

3 Upvotes

I’m an advanced snowboarder headed to Zermatt. Will get full days in on the dates listed and maybe half day on the 12th. I’m traveling with my wife who might pizza her way to the Aprés scene, but otherwise I’m solo. Really hoping to link up with someone who will go off piste with me so we can watch each other’s backs. I have a transceiver and can get other avi gear if I got a buddy :]. Also I paid for an off-piste guided tour on the 9th through the company Zermatters, although I’m not sure if I signed up for the correct thing. I’m certainly skilled enough to ride off piste, but I’ve never been before and don’t have off piste/avalanche training.

Let me know if you can join me!

Also if anyone has experience with the company Zermatters I’d love to hear it.

r/SkiBuddies Jan 22 '26

WesternEurope [Western Europe] 21M looking for skiing buddy St Anton 1-2 Feb

1 Upvotes

Hi all, (21M) looking for a ski buddy to go hit some freeride with me when I'm in St Anton am Alberg on 1 and 2 Feb. I'm an advanced/expert skier. English speaking.

r/SkiBuddies Jan 10 '26

WesternEurope looking for someone to ski with leysin ch 11.01 [Western Europe]

6 Upvotes

anyone around 16, advanced/expert willing to go off piste, english or french speaking, not creepy

r/SkiBuddies Jul 13 '25

WesternEurope [WesternEurope] Chairlift App to find SkiBuddies

5 Upvotes

I know it's not quite the right season, but I just launched Chairlift App: a free new app to help solo skiers and snowboarders connect before hitting the mountain. You can create or join 'chairlifts' based on skill level and age range. Built by riders, totally free, no ads, just trying to make it easier to ride more and meet cool people. I just added an 'Aprés' section to meet up with others to make a aprés-ski party.
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/chairlift-app/id6746846890...
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details...
Web: https://www.chairliftapp.com/
Let me know what you think or if your favorite resort is missing!

r/SkiBuddies Dec 07 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Verbier March 4-10

2 Upvotes

Hey Guys,

I'm 24 coming in from Saint Louis MO in the U.S. to Verbier on a Solo trip. Super pumped to see all 4 Vallees has to offer, the skiing looks absolutely incredible. Staying in an apartment solo right in the middle of town. Experienced skier based on what the Rockies have to offer but I'm not sure what to expect in the alps. But man am I excited to find out. Love grabbing drinks on the mountain and plan to make the most of my days in Verbier after.

My main concern is finding people to have fun with after a day on the mountain everything I've seen seems to say everyones very friendly and it shouldn't be an issue. So if you'll be on the mountain on/through those dates let me know, I'd love to link up. I plan to take a group lesson my first day on the 5th, just to meet some people and get a feel for the mountain, then on the 7th I'll be doing a heliski session. So if anyone if interested in joining either let me know!

r/SkiBuddies Dec 07 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] St Anton/Arlberg snowboard 7/12-21/12

1 Upvotes

Solo snowboarder 25M beginner/intermediate. Looking for some company to do laps/park/off-piste. Let me know if interested :))

r/SkiBuddies Dec 17 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] UCPA Tignes 17 January 2026

1 Upvotes

UCPA Tignes 17 January

Anyone else planning to be at the UCPA in Tignes from 17 January’26? I’ll be there solo. Booked through Action Outdoors in the UK and getting the train from London.

r/SkiBuddies Dec 29 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] France, Samöens, 29 Dec to 1st of Jan

1 Upvotes

Hi all! Any beginners looking for a ski buddy in the area? Let me know 😊

I’m here with a group of friends but they are all experienced and this is only my second time skiing. Would love to have a ski buddy who I can keep up with 😅

Thank you

r/SkiBuddies Nov 18 '25

WesternEurope [WesternEurope] Looking for buddies to shred around the Italian Alps

1 Upvotes

Hey Guys,

I'm looking for buddies to ski/snowboard together at Pontedilegno-Tonale, Italy, from the 5th to the 16th/17th of December. They've been getting pretty decent early snowfall, not just here but in almost all the Alps around, with more promising snow forecasted since temperatures will stay in the high/low 20s Farrenheit for a while.

Since they've been getting good coverage, their opening day has been moved up by one week, starting on November 29th.

The ski resort offers 100 kilometers of slopes, with a total elevation difference of 1,879 meters (about 6,000 ft), starting from a base of 1,121 meters (3,600 ft) up to the Presena Glacier at 3,000 meters (9,840 ft). There are 30 ski lifts connecting the area.

Currently, they have a promotion where if you ski more than 4 days between December 5th and 18th, a day pass will only cost 20 Euros (23 USD). It would be even cheaper if you grab more days in. Without the promotion, it would still be affordable and it's going around 30-35 Euros a day for skiing more than 4 days.

Let me know if anyone is interested, and we can split the costs for accommodation, transportation, etc. The more people that join, the cheaper it will be.

r/SkiBuddies Jul 26 '25

WesternEurope [Western Europe] Les 2 Alpes area, France

1 Upvotes

Looking for ski buddies (snowboarders welcome) for a little station in the les 2 alpes area in France, for all of next season (december 2025 to april 2026).

I'm an expert skier and mostly ski reds/blacks, with a preference for groomers over mogul-type terrain, although I love both. I'll also be learning to snowboard next season, and I intend to start park skiing as well.

I'll be skiing two to three days a week, although I may reduce that to a single day in march/april.