The Balkans

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics and Jahorina and Bjelašnica still offer excellent skiing. Incredible value, warm hospitality, and a fascinating history.

Croatia

Sljeme near Zagreb hosts a World Cup slalom event. Croatia's small but enthusiastic ski scene includes several resorts in the Dinaric Alps.

Greece

Greece has 24 ski centres across its mountains, with Parnassos and Vasilitsa being the largest. Skiing with views of the Aegean and authentic Greek mountain villages.

Kosovo

Brezovica sits on the slopes of the Šar Mountains with excellent natural snow and improving infrastructure.

Montenegro

Kolašin 1450 and Durmitor National Park offer skiing in stunning Montenegrin mountains, with massive investment in new infrastructure.

North Macedonia

Popova Šapka and Mavrovo offer affordable skiing in the Šar Mountains with dramatic Balkan scenery.

Serbia

Kopaonik is Serbia's premier ski resort with 55km of runs and modern infrastructure. Stara Planina and Zlatibor offer additional options at excellent value.

Turkey

Turkey offers diverse skiing from Uludağ near Istanbul to Palandöken in the east and Erciyes in Cappadocia. Modern infrastructure, excellent value, and unique cultural experiences.