Courchevel and the Tarentaise peaks from the pistes in December

148 of the best · Ski resorts of Europe and North America

Après-Ski: The Best Bars in the Ski Resorts

Terraces at the foot of the pistes, hotel bars with live bands and the ski bars where the day ends.

Our 148 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026

Insiders' picks

Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love the mountains.

  1. ‘The P Dog’

    Alta Peruvian Bar

    Alta·Après bar·€€

    Known to locals as the P Dog, the Peruvian Lodge bar is Alta’s go-to après spot.

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  2. Alta Lodge

    Sitzmark Club

    Alta·Lodge bar·€€

    The fireside bar of the historic Alta Lodge, looking out at the mountain.

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  3. Rustler Lodge

    Eagle’s Nest Lounge

    Alta·Lodge lounge·€€€

    The Rustler’s upscale lounge, with panoramic views of the ski area and cocktails by the fire.

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France 6

  1. Jazzy après-ski by the fire

    Bar du Lodge Park

    Megève·Hotel bar·€€€

    An explorer’s-diary bar of log tables and tanned-leather armchairs, with cocktails and jazzy après-ski by the fireplace.

    100 Rue d'Arly, 74120 MegèveExplore View on map

  2. Dance in your ski boots

    Cocorico

    Val d'Isère·Après-ski bar·€€

    An open-air après-ski venue at the foot of the slopes, with a DJ set and live music every day from 4.30 pm.

    267 Chemin du Charvet, 73150 Val-d'IsèreExplore View on map

  3. Cabaret and DJs at 2,400 m

    La Folie Douce Val d'Isère

    Val d'Isère·Après-ski on the slopes·€€€

    The original slope-top party: a cabaret show and DJ sets on the terrace off the La Daille gondola.

    Télécabine de la Daille, 73150 Val-d'IsèreExplore View on map

  4. A live band from 7 pm

    Le Bar, Cheval Blanc

    Courchevel·Hotel bar·€€€€

    Quiet by day, lively by night, with a live band every evening.

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  5. An audiophile listening bar

    Le Pèle

    Chamonix-Mont-Blanc·Bar, restaurant and club·€€€

    A listening bar, restaurant and club, with signature cocktails, a Palladium sound system and 3,000 vinyl records.

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  6. At the foot of the Moriond piste

    Le Portetta

    Courchevel·Après-ski terrace·€€€

    A terrace with fires and heated seats at the bottom of Moriond’s main piste.

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Switzerland 24

  1. In the cellars of Hotel Post for 70 years

    Broken Bar

    Zermatt·Nightclub·€€

    Zermatt’s famous club in the historic cellars beneath Hotel Post, with international DJs and the wine barrel to dance on.

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  2. A first-class drinks list

    Camino Bar

    LAAX·Cocktail bar·€€

    A relaxed bar with a high feel-good factor and a first-class selection of drinks, beside Camino.

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  3. On the run down from Sunnegga

    Champagner Bar Teehäuschen Flora

    Zermatt·Slope-side bar·€€€

    Cold champagne in proper glasses on the descent from Sunnegga, looking at the Matterhorn and down over Zermatt.

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  4. From Zurich’s Smith & Smith

    chez Smith Andermatt

    Andermatt·Wine bar·€€€

    A lively wine bar from the Smith & Smith family of Zurich: a curated list, honest advice and the stories behind the bottles.

    Ritomgasse 10, 6490 AndermattExplore View on map

  5. On the Place Centrale

    Farinet Après-Ski

    Verbier·Après-ski bar·€€

    Verbier’s carefree party on the Place Centrale, with beer on tap, a daily happy hour, live après songs and dancing on the bar.

    Place Centrale 6, 1936 VerbierExplore View on map

  6. Cheese and sausage from Alp Horny

    Hornybar

    Gstaad·Snow bar·€€

    A snow bar at the Horneggli, where in summer the cows graze: the “Horny-Plättli” of cheese and sausage straight from the alp.

    Horneggli, 3778 SchönriedExplore View on map

  7. Rustic bar in the rocksresort

    Il Pup

    LAAX·Bar·€€

    A rustic bar with a modern feel, good drinks and beers and a cosy outdoor area in the rocksresort.

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  8. DJs and bands at weekends

    Indy Bar

    LAAX·Bar·€€

    The urban vibe of Laax in the rocksresort: good music, board-sports culture, mulled wine at the outdoor bar and DJ sets or bands at weekends.

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  9. Switzerland’s oldest nightclub, reimagined

    King's Social House

    St. Moritz·Restaurant, bar and club·€€€€

    Switzerland’s oldest nightclub at Badrutt’s Palace, now a restaurant, bar and club by Jason Atherton.

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  10. DJs and bands at weekends

    Kuhstall, Schönried

    Gstaad·Après-ski bar and restaurant·€€

    Right next to the Horneggli slope above Schönried: a warming drink, a hearty lunch, and DJs and bands at weekends.

    Waldmattenstrasse 30A, 3778 SchönriedExplore View on map

  11. Sun terrace at the Flims valley station

    Legna Bar, Flims

    LAAX·Après-ski bar·€€

    The après-ski bar with a big sun terrace directly at the valley station in Flims, looking up at the Flimserstein.

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  12. At the foot of the Rinderberg

    Lothar Bar, Zweisimmen

    Gstaad·Après-ski bar·€€

    Shots, hot cups and cold beer at the foot of the Rinderberg, above the roofs of Zweisimmen: you ski past it on the way down.

    Rinderberggasse 1, 3770 ZweisimmenExplore View on map

  13. On the Eggli run down to Saanen

    Mojo Snow Lounge

    Gstaad·Slope-side bar·€€

    A small bar and lounge on the Eggli piste down to Saanen, beside the Schopfen T-bar: hot dogs, sandwiches and drinks.

    3780 GstaadExplore View on map

  14. Near the Saanerslochgrat top station

    Pasatiempo, Saanenmöser

    Gstaad·Deck and chalet bar·€€

    A deck near the Saanerslochgrat top station, with what it calls the most beautiful view in the Saanenland, and a cosy chalet behind.

    Saanerslochgrat – Hornberg, 3777 SaanenmöserExplore View on map

  15. At the Gurschen mid-station

    Piste bar Rondodrom

    Andermatt·Slope-side bar·€€

    A piste bar at the Gemsstock mid-station, Gurschen: 360° views, drinks and loud music.

    Gurschen, Mittelstation Gemsstock, 6490 AndermattExplore View on map

  16. Party long into the night

    Postillion Bar

    Andermatt·Après-ski bar·€€

    Andermatt’s meeting place after the pistes, where visitors and locals, young and old, party long into the night.

    Gotthardstrasse 50, 6490 AndermattExplore View on map

  17. Andermatt’s cult pub

    Restaurant Adler

    Andermatt·Pub·€

    The cult pub of Andermatt: celebrations, a cosy chat or a game of Jass, the Swiss card game, as in the old days.

    Gotthardstrasse 82, 6490 AndermattExplore View on map

  18. On the Gütsch since 2019

    Restaurant Wachthuus

    Andermatt·Mountain restaurant and après·€€€

    Local specialities and fine wine on the Gütsch, with spectacular views: a winter-season favourite for après-ski.

    Gütsch, 6490 AndermattExplore View on map

  19. From 4 pm daily

    Riders Lobby Bar

    LAAX·Bar and live music·€€

    Coffee, books, live acoustic bands and cold beer at the Riders Hotel, with after-mountain snacks from 4 pm.

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  20. On the run down to the Gütsch-Express

    Rüti Hütte

    Andermatt·Hut and après-ski·€€

    A hut right on the ski and toboggan run above the Gütsch-Express valley station, minutes from the station: snacks, après and fondue evenings on request.

    Rütistrasse 9, 6490 AndermattExplore View on map

  21. The Cresta riders’ bar at the Kulm

    Sunny Bar by Tom Booton

    St. Moritz·Hotel bar and brasserie·€€€

    The legendary winter meeting place of the Cresta riders at the Kulm, now with a modern brasserie menu by London chef Tom Booton.

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  22. Fireplaces and cocktails

    The Bar & Living Room, The Chedi

    Andermatt·Hotel bar·€€€€

    Plush leather sofas, open fires and inventive cocktails at The Chedi, from relaxed afternoons to late evenings.

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  23. Ski straight in, resident DJs

    W Off Piste

    Verbier·Après-ski bar·€€€

    The W Verbier’s après bar at the foot of the slopes, with resident DJs.

    Rue de Médran 70, 1936 VerbierExplore View on map

  24. Above the Saanersloch valley station

    WHY KNOT Après-Ski Bar

    Gstaad·Après-ski bar·€€

    The place to swap stories after a day of powder, above the Saanersloch valley station in Saanenmöser, by ski or on foot.

    Hornbergstrasse 22, 3777 SaanenmöserExplore View on map

Austria 8

  1. DJ sets and giant pizzas at 2,100 m

    Balmalp

    Lech Zürs·Après-ski hut·€€

    Lech’s lively hut by the Zugerbergbahn at 2,100 metres: DJ sets, an outdoor bar and sunset views.

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  2. The Schneeberger family’s barn

    Brück’n Stadl

    Mayrhofen·Après-ski and live music·€€

    Music, dancing and partying in the barn of the Hotel Brücke, with live Zillertal bands and après-ski in winter.

    Ahornstraße 850, 6290 MayrhofenExplore View on map

  3. DJs from 3:30 pm to 10 pm

    ICEBAR, Hotel Strass

    Mayrhofen·Après-ski bar·€€

    Mayrhofen’s best-known après-ski bar, at the foot of the Penkenbahn: DJs from 3:30 pm, ice-cold drinks, until 10 pm.

    Hauptstraße 470, 6290 MayrhofenExplore View on map

  4. Since 1989, on run 50

    MooserWirt

    St. Anton am Arlberg·Après-ski hut·€€€

    St. Anton’s famous après-ski hut on the run home, with DJs from 3 pm.

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  5. In the village

    Scotland Yard Pub

    Mayrhofen·Pub·€€

    A village pub in Mayrhofen, listed by the tourist office.

    Scheulingstraße 372, 6290 MayrhofenExplore View on map

  6. 50 years in 2026

    The Londoner

    Kitzbühel·Pub·€€

    Kitzbühel’s legendary pub in the centre, with DJs and live bands; it celebrates 50 years in 2026.

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  7. Deck chairs on the Ahorn

    WhiteLounge snowbar, Ahorn

    Mayrhofen·Snow bar·€€

    Deck chairs, drinks and lounge music on the sunny Ahorn plateau.

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  8. By the Horberg side

    Yeti Bar, Schwendau

    Mayrhofen·Après-ski bar·€€

    An après-ski bar in Schwendau, on the Horberg side of the ski area.

    Kohlstadt 264a, 6283 SchwendauExplore View on map

Italy 8

  1. Après-ski on Piazza Dibona

    Bar La Suite

    Cortina d’Ampezzo·Wine bar·€€

    A wine bar in Ampezzo style, with an outdoor terrace for après-ski, DJ sets and live music.

    Piazza Angelo Dibona 5, 32043 Cortina d’AmpezzoExplore View on map

  2. DJ sets on the terrace

    Boch

    Madonna di Campiglio·Mountain bar and restaurant·€€

    A young, lively hut at 2,085 metres in the middle Grostè, with a big sun terrace, DJ sets and dinners by moonlight.

    Località Intermedia Grostè, 38086 Madonna di CampiglioExplore View on map

  3. DJ sets on the slopes

    Chalet La Rocca

    Bormio·Bar, restaurant and pizzeria·€€

    The young, lively meeting point on the Bormio slopes: sun terrace, music, events and DJ sets all winter.

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  4. Piz La Ila, 2,100 m, for sixty years

    Club Moritzino

    Val Gardena / Alta Badia·Mountain club and restaurant·€€€

    Alta Badia’s après institution at 2,100 metres on Piz La Ila, with seafood-and-mountain food and music.

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  5. DJ sets and dining igloos

    I.Gloo

    Sestriere (Via Lattea)·Après-ski bar and restaurant·€€€

    A contemporary mountain bar facing the slopes: lunch by day, DJ sets at sunset, dinner in transparent igloos.

    Piazzale Kandahar 3, 10058 SestriereExplore View on map

  6. Music on the slopes

    Love Après Ski Cervinia

    Breuil-Cervinia·Après-ski bar·€€

    An après-ski bar and restaurant on the slopes, with music, burgers and bruschetta.

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  7. A Livigno institution

    Stalet

    Livigno·Après-ski bar·€€

    The institution of Livigno après: shows, music and a terrace lunch at the foot of Carosello 3000.

    Via Saroch 1242g, 23041 LivignoExplore View on map

  8. Chef Andrea Berton at Plan Checrouit

    Super G

    Courmayeur·Après-ski club, restaurant and hotel·€€€

    A slope-side club at Plan Checrouit: après-ski with music, a restaurant by chef Andrea Berton, a solarium and a small hotel.

    Località Plan Checrouit 9, 11013 CourmayeurExplore View on map

Germany 8

  1. At the Hausbergbahn top station

    Drehmöser 9

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen·Mountain hut and bar·€€

    A rustic hut at the top of the Hausbergbahn for a break in winter: drinks, Italian coffee, homemade pizza and Bavarian food.

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  2. Fellhornbahn mid-station

    Fellhorn mid-station terrace

    Oberstdorf·Mountain restaurant terrace·€€

    The terrace of the Fellhorn restaurant at the mid-station, with comfortable seating, drinks, coffee and cake after the last runs.

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  3. Thursday to Monday from 7 pm

    Fraundorfer evenings

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen·Live music and Schuhplattler·€€

    Live music and Schuhplattler dancing in a family inn in Partenkirchen’s old town, Thursday to Monday from 7 pm, entry included.

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  4. In the town centre

    Garmischer Hof brewery and beer garden

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen·Brewery and beer garden·€€

    The Garmischer Hof’s own brewery, restaurant and beer garden in the centre of town, for a beer after the slopes.

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  5. Glass-walled, at the Höfatsblick station

    Gemsnest, Nebelhorn

    Oberstdorf·Panoramic bar·€€

    A glass-walled panoramic bar at the Höfatsblick station on the Nebelhorn, a meeting place for years: sun, mountains, coffee, cake and snacks.

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  6. On the plateau at almost 2,600 m

    Iglu-Dorf Zugspitze bar

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen·Ice bar·€€

    A bar and restaurant inside the snow-and-ice village on the Zugspitze plateau, open to day guests.

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  7. Overlooking the Kandahar

    Kandahar 2

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen·Mountain restaurant and meeting place·€€

    A popular meeting place for walkers and skiers among alpine meadows, with a view of the legendary Kandahar downhill.

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  8. In the LOFT, Ludwigstraße

    Ondersch bar

    Oberstdorf·Bar and street food·€€

    The bar and street-food side of Ondersch, in the LOFT building on the Ludwigstraße: the relaxed evening address in the village.

    Ludwigstraße 7, 87561 OberstdorfExplore View on map

Spain 3

  1. DJs at the foot of the slopes

    Marchica

    Formigal-Panticosa·Après-ski·€€

    Formigal’s famous après-ski at the foot of the slopes, with music, DJs and sun, and the Marchica Grill.

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  2. Champagne at 1,800 m

    Moët Winter Lounge

    Baqueira Beret·Champagne lounge·€€€€

    Moët & Chandon’s après-ski lounge at 1,800 metres in the Orri sector, by the Jorge Jordana chairlift, refreshed for the new season.

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  3. Cocktails by the fire tables

    The Sun Deck at El Lodge

    Sierra Nevada·Terrace bar·€€€

    El Lodge’s slopeside terrace, the resort’s most exclusive, for signature cocktails and gin and tonic by wood-burning fire tables, with boot heating.

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Serbia 2

  1. At the Grand

    GARDEN Gastro Ski Bar

    Kopaonik·Ski bar·€€

    The gastro ski bar at the Grand Hotel, for drinks and food between runs.

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  2. Après-ski at Viceroy

    Pique Ski Bar

    Kopaonik·Après-ski bar·€€€

    The après-ski lounge at Viceroy Kopaonik, with big views over the mountain.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina 2

  1. On the edge of the piste

    Benetton

    Bjelašnica·Après-ski restaurant and bar·€€

    An après-ski restaurant and bar right on the edge of the piste at Babin Do.

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  2. The resort’s après parties

    Olympic Bar, Jahorina

    Jahorina·Après-ski bar·€€

    The Olympic Centre’s own bar, home of Jahorina’s après-ski parties.

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Montenegro 2

  1. At the base of the lifts

    Kulina café bar

    Žabljak / Durmitor·Café bar·€

    The café bar at the foot of the Savin Kuk ski centre, next to the Durmitorsko sijelo restaurant.

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  2. Concerts on the terrace

    Troglava café bar

    Kolašin 1600·Après-ski bar·€

    The café bar at the base of Kolašin 1600, with a lower terrace that often hosts concerts.

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North Macedonia 0

Slovenia 3

  1. At the cable-car base

    Bar Macesen

    Vogel·Après-ski bar·€

    The bar at the lower cable-car station in Ukanc, for a drink while you wait for the cable car or after the last run.

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  2. 7 km under lights

    Night skiing on Pohorje

    Mariborsko Pohorje·Night skiing·€€

    About 7 km lit from the top of the gondola to the valley, Thursday to Saturday 6pm–9pm, followed by traditional pležuh sledge runs.

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  3. The mountain’s beach

    Plaža Krvavec

    Krvavec·Terrace bar·€

    The outdoor terrace bar by Hotel Krvavec, for drinks made with local ingredients, snacks and views of the peaks.

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Croatia 2

  1. Named for the mountain’s castle

    Pivnica Medvedgrad

    Sljeme·Brewpub, Zagreb·€

    The pub of the Medvedgrad brewery on Ilica, named after the castle on Medvednica, with its own beers and hearty food.

    Ilica 49, ZagrebExplore View on map

  2. On the mountain

    X bar Platak

    Platak·Slope-side bar·€

    The bar at the Platak ski centre, for a drink after skiing or between night sessions.

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Romania 2

  1. Poiana after dark

    Arena nightclub

    Poiana Brașov·Nightclub·€€

    The nightclub of the Teleferic Grand Hotel.

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  2. DJ on the roof

    STUDIO 1400 Après Ski & Terrace

    Sinaia·Rooftop après-ski bar·€€€

    The rooftop après-ski terrace of the Radisson Blu at Cota 1400, with a DJ and mountain views.

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Bulgaria 3

  1. Live music and DJs

    Bar & Dinner Glamour Chalet

    Pamporovo·Après-ski and night bar·€€€

    Pamporovo’s liveliest evenings: live music or DJ parties every night from 21:00 to 02:00, December to April.

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  2. Bansko’s biggest après

    Happy End

    Bansko·Après-ski bar and club·€€

    The biggest après-ski bar in Bansko, right next to the gondola bottom station, with a restaurant, a disco and a big patio.

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  3. Borovets’ best après

    The Terrace Lounge

    Borovets·Après-ski lounge·€€

    Crafted cocktails and fresh local food with views of the slopes and the pines, 10am–11pm daily in winter.

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Greece 2

  1. Parties in season

    Chalet après-ski

    Kalavryta·Après-ski·€€

    The Chalet becomes the resort’s party venue on event days, from the Metaxa opening party to brand après-ski parties and DJ days through the season.

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  2. Fireside drinks at Livadi

    Tagli lounge bar

    Parnassos·Lounge bar·€€€

    The lounge bar of Tagli Resort & Villas, the smartest après address near the slopes.

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Slovakia 1

  1. Over 1,000 guests

    Happy End Music Club

    Jasná Nízke Tatry·Music club·€€

    After dark, the Happy End restaurant becomes the region’s big après and night club, with electronic music, live bands and guest performers at weekends.

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Poland 1

  1. At the foot of the lifts

    Szymoszkowa tavern and bars

    Zakopane·Slope-side tavern·€

    The regional tavern and bars at the foot of Polana Szymoszkowa, for a hot drink and highland food when the lifts stop.

    ul. Szymaszkowa 2, 34-500 ZakopaneExplore View on map

Czechia 2

  1. View of Svatý Petr

    Hennessy Bar

    Špindlerův Mlýn·Cognac bar·€€€

    Hotel Savoy’s bar, with leather armchairs, luxurious design, a view to Svatý Petr and what the hotel calls its widest choice of cognacs.

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  2. Parties at the slopes

    Resort après-ski bars

    Špindlerův Mlýn·Après-ski·€€

    The Skiareál’s own bars at the slopes, where it holds après-ski parties, with evening skiing at Svatý Petr.

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Norway 2

  1. Trysil’s biggest après-ski

    Restaurant Laaven

    Trysil·Après-ski bar·€€

    Trysil’s biggest après-ski, Tuesday to Saturday, with dancing on the tables, DJs and artists, and family lunch every day.

    Velkomstvegen 51, 2420 TrysilExplore View on map

  2. Afterski since 1982

    Stavkroa

    Hemsedal·Après-ski and concert venue·€€

    Afterski since 1982 and, by its own account, the largest in Scandinavia: six venues over 3,500 m², a short walk from the slopes, from 3pm every weekend.

    Skiheisvegen 30C, HemsedalExplore View on map

Sweden 1

  1. A village classic

    Verandan

    Åre·Après-ski and nightclub·€€

    A traditional bar and restaurant in the middle of the village, with après-ski Thursday to Sunday and a nightclub all winter.

    Sankt Olavs väg 40, ÅreExplore View on map

Finland 2

  1. Levi’s original après-ski

    Panoramic Restaurant Tuikku

    Levi·Mountain restaurant and après-ski·€€

    Levi’s oldest mountain restaurant, at the top by lift 5, ‘Master of After Ski’ every afternoon in season, with the largest sun terrace on the fell.

    Tuikuntie 11, 99130 LeviExplore View on map

  2. Open 8am to 4am

    Restaurant Zone

    Ruka·Restaurant, bar and nightclub·€€

    Ruka village’s go-to place for food, karaoke, live music and long nights, open daily from 8am to 4am, with a rooftop Panorama Terrace.

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United Kingdom 5

  1. 365 malts and live music

    Boots Bar at the Clachaig Inn

    Glencoe Mountain·Climbers’ bar·€€

    The Clachaig’s bars: Scottish craft ales, more than 365 malt whiskies and over 100 Scottish gins, with live music and log fires.

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  2. Overlooking the slopes

    Lecht café bar

    The Lecht·Café bar·€

    The first-floor café bar, usually open at weekends and in holidays, with snacks, drinks and a view of the slopes.

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  3. The heart of Braemar

    The Flying Stag

    Glenshee·Village pub·€€

    The Fife Arms’ pub for Braemar: Scottish dishes, local ales and a fire to sit by after the drive down from the Cairnwell.

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  4. By the River Spey

    The Old Bridge Inn

    Cairngorm Mountain·Highland pub·€€

    A Highland pub with heart in a former gamekeeper’s cottage by the Spey: seasonal food, log fire, live music and a seven-room bunkhouse.

    23 Dalfaber Road, Aviemore PH22 1PUExplore View on map

  5. Open until 10pm

    Trails End Café & Bar

    Nevis Range·Base-station café and bar·€€

    The bar and café at the base of the gondola, open 8am to 10pm every day, with Scottish dishes, brunch classics and a full Scottish breakfast.

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United States 48

  1. Beside the Silver Queen Gondola

    Ajax Tavern

    Aspen Snowmass·Slopeside bar and bistro·€€€

    The classic Aspen après: a sun-soaked patio at the foot of Aspen Mountain, truffle fries and a Wagyu double cheeseburger.

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  2. ‘The P Dog’

    Alta Peruvian Bar

    Alta·Après bar·€€

    Known to locals as the P Dog, the Peruvian Lodge bar is Alta’s go-to après spot.

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  3. 1980s nostalgia

    Après Only

    Stowe·Après bar·€€

    An 80s-themed après bar celebrating classic Vermont ski culture, with draft beer, bourbon, shared snacks and a fireplace.

    433 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672Explore View on map

  4. Gondola mid-station

    Café Blue

    Heavenly·Deck bar·€€

    Snacks and drinks on the gondola's lake-view observation deck, at weekends and holidays.

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  5. Patio facing Lone Peak

    Carabiner Lounge

    Big Sky·Lounge·€€€

    A lounge with a patio looking up at Lone Peak.

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  6. More than 180 whiskeys

    Clocktower Cellar

    Mammoth Mountain·Pub and whiskey bar·€€

    A cellar pub in the Alpenhof Lodge with 26 beers on tap, 50 in bottles and more than 180 whiskeys.

    6080 Minaret Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546Explore View on map

  7. Village après favourite

    Coyote Cafe, Beaver Creek

    Beaver Creek·Bar and Tex-Mex·€€

    Tex-Mex and traditional Mexican plates with a busy après bar in the village.

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  8. Sun Valley Lodge, live music

    Duchin Lounge

    Sun Valley·Hotel bar·€€€

    The legendary bar and lounge in the Sun Valley Lodge lobby: handmade cocktails, craft beer and live local music.

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  9. Rustler Lodge

    Eagle’s Nest Lounge

    Alta·Lodge lounge·€€€

    The Rustler’s upscale lounge, with panoramic views of the ski area and cocktails by the fire.

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  10. Fire pit and poolside seats

    Eastside Bar + Bites

    Stowe·Cocktail bar·€€

    An all-season bar at Outbound Stowe with craft cocktails, a patio, a fire pit and poolside seats.

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  11. Snow Park, from 2.30 p.m.

    Edgar’s Après

    Deer Valley·Base-area après·€€

    The resort’s après spot at Snow Park, from 2.30 to 5.30 p.m. daily.

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  12. Under Lift 4 with a “Snow Beach”

    Gorrono Ranch

    Telluride·Mountain saloon·€€

    A historic ranch on the mountain with burgers, chili and barbecue, two bars and its famous Snow Beach.

    Misty Maiden trail, Telluride Ski ResortExplore View on map

  13. The Double Barrel Bloody Mary

    Gunbarrel Tavern & Eatery

    Heavenly·Tavern·€€

    Handcrafted cocktails, craft beer and comfort food in Heavenly Village, with a patio, fire pits and daily specials.

    1001 Heavenly Village Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  14. Walk-in only, Main Street

    High West Saloon

    Park City Mountain·Distillery saloon·€€€

    High West’s saloon on Historic Main Street: house-distilled whiskeys, flights, cocktails and mountain food.

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  15. Lakefront sunsets

    Idle Hour Wine & Bubbly Bar

    Heavenly·Wine bar·€€€

    A lakefront wine bar pouring boutique wines and sparkling by the glass, with sunset views.

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  16. Home of Idletyme Double IPA

    Idletyme Brewing Company

    Stowe·Brewpub·€€

    An on-site brewery with European-style beers and Vermont hops, family meals at fair prices, in a building with almost two centuries of history.

    1859 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672Explore View on map

  17. In the Bowl, below the Tram

    Iglu Big Sky

    Big Sky·Snow and ice bar·€€€

    A bar built entirely of snow and ice in the Bowl at the base of the Tram, reached on foot from the Explorer Gondola.

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  18. At the foot of KT-22

    KT Base Bar

    Palisades Tahoe·Outdoor après bar·€€

    The outdoor après scene at the base of the iconic KT-22 lift.

    1960 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146Explore View on map

  19. At Alpine Lodge

    Last Chair Bar & Restaurant

    Palisades Tahoe·Après bar·€€

    Alpine's après favourite, with signature drinks and bites in Alpine Lodge and a happy hour Sunday to Friday.

    2600 Alpine Meadows Road, Alpine Meadows, CA 96146Explore View on map

  20. The classic skiers' hangout

    Le Chamois & Loft Bar

    Palisades Tahoe·Pizza and beer bar·€€

    The valley's classic locals' bar in the historic base village: pizza, wings, chili fries and cold beer.

    1960 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146Explore View on map

  21. Mountain Village Plaza

    Legends Bar and Grill

    Park City Mountain·Base-area bar·€€

    The place to end the day in Mountain Village: a hot meal and a well-poured cocktail on the patio.

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  22. Brewing since 1995

    Mammoth Brewing Company

    Mammoth Mountain·Brewery and tasting room·€€

    Mammoth's own brewery since 1995: flights and pints with local ingredients, a beer garden that welcomes leashed dogs, and mountain views.

    18 Lake Mary Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546Explore View on map

  23. Teton Village since 1967

    Mangy Moose Saloon

    Jackson Hole·Saloon and music venue·€€

    The legendary Teton Village saloon, open since 1967, with live music and après every day; reopens for winter on 27 November.

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  24. Jackson since 1937

    Million Dollar Cowboy Bar

    Jackson Hole·Western bar·€€

    The Western bar on Jackson’s Town Square since 1937, with live country music and songwriter nights.

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  25. A 1905 building on Main Street

    No Name Saloon & Grill

    Park City Mountain·Saloon (21+)·€€

    A 21-and-over saloon in a 1905 Spanish Colonial revival building, famous for buffalo burgers and a heated rooftop patio.

    447 Main Street, Park City, UT 84060Explore View on map

  26. At Hotel Gasthof Gramshammer

    Pepi’s Bar & Restaurant

    Vail·Bar and restaurant·€€€

    A Vail Village classic with a full bar and live entertainment seven days a week, and Austrian cooking at dinner.

    231 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, COExplore View on map

  27. Alta Lodge

    Sitzmark Club

    Alta·Lodge bar·€€

    The fireside bar of the historic Alta Lodge, looking out at the mountain.

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  28. Base of Sky and Canyon chairs

    Sky Deck

    Heavenly·Mountain bar·€€

    Barbecue and drinks outdoors at the base of the Sky chair, with the bar open 10 am to 3 pm.

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  29. At Caesars Republic

    Tessie's Cocktails & Chords

    Heavenly·Cocktail bar·€€€

    Cocktails and live music at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe in Stateline.

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  30. Hand-pulled Heady Topper

    The Alchemist Brewery

    Stowe·Brewery and beer café·€€

    The family-owned brewery's Stowe home, with hand-pulled Heady Topper and rotating cans in its year-round beer café.

    100 Cottage Club Road, Stowe, VT 05672Explore View on map

  31. Empire Village

    The Après Lounge, Montage

    Deer Valley·Ski-in/ski-out lounge·€€€€

    Champagne and gourmet bites in Empire Village, right behind Montage, by the Ruby, Empire and Lady Morgan lifts.

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  32. With an outdoor patio

    The Auld Dubliner Irish Pub

    Palisades Tahoe·Irish pub·€€

    Irish fare, premium beers and spirits, and an outdoor patio in the Village.

    1850 Village South Road, Suite 41, Olympic Valley, CA 96146Explore View on map

  33. Pouring since 1879

    The Gold Pan Saloon

    Breckenridge·Historic saloon·€€

    A 19th-century watering hole with a small but raucous dance floor, serving miners and skiers since 1879.

    103 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424Explore View on map

  34. By the Village Gondola

    The Lounge at Limelight Mammoth

    Mammoth Mountain·Hotel lounge·€€€

    The new après hub of the Village: craft cocktails, seasonal menus and mountain views at Limelight Mammoth.

    132 Lake Mary Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546Explore View on map

  35. At the von Trapp Family Lodge

    The Lounge, von Trapp Family Lodge

    Stowe·Lodge lounge·€€€

    The lounge of the von Trapp Family Lodge, for a drink by the fire after a day on the trails or slopes.

    700 Trapp Hill Road, Stowe, VT 05672Explore View on map

  36. Bloody Marys and local beer

    The Mill

    Mammoth Mountain·Après café·€€

    An après-ski café known for its Bloody Marys, locally brewed beer and views.

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  37. Ketchum Main Street

    The Pioneer Saloon

    Sun Valley·Western saloon·€€€

    Ketchum’s Western saloon of aged beef and prime rib, mounted trophies and period firearms; no reservations.

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  38. Next to The Ram

    The Ram Bar

    Sun Valley·Lounge·€€€

    The elegant lounge beside The Ram, Sun Valley’s original restaurant.

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  39. Live music every night

    The Spur Bar & Grill

    Park City Mountain·Live-music bar·€€

    A Main Street bar with ‘cowboy cuisine’, local spirits and live music every night it is open.

    352 Main St, Park City, UT 84060Explore View on map

  40. Upstairs at Silver Lake Lodge

    The Sticky Wicket

    Deer Valley·Vintage bar (21+)·€€€

    A 21-and-over bar in the style of skiing’s golden era, mid-mountain, open for lunch and late for après.

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  41. Beside the Tram bullwheels

    The Tram Club

    Snowbird·Sports bar (21+)·€€

    An iconic 21-and-over bar next to the Tram’s bullwheels: pool, spicy fries and après specials, with live music on Fridays.

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  42. In a restored 1970s tram cabin

    Tram Car Bar

    Palisades Tahoe·Après bar·€€

    Après drinks in a restored 1970s Aerial Tram cabin, with fire pits on the Bar One deck.

    1960 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146Explore View on map

  43. At the base of the Tram

    Tram Dock

    Jackson Hole·Après bar·€€

    A lively après spot at the base of the Tram, with a four-sided bar, music and patio seating.

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  44. Stein Eriksen Lodge

    Troll Hallen Lounge

    Deer Valley·Hotel lounge·€€€

    The lounge at Stein Eriksen Lodge: cocktails, small plates and live après entertainment with mountain views.

    7700 Stein Way, Park City, UT 84060Explore View on map

  45. 360-degree views

    Umbrella Bar, Big Sky

    Big Sky·Glass après bar·€€

    European-style après in an all-glass enclosure with 360-degree views.

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  46. Wines by the glass

    Uncorked Wine Bar & Shop

    Palisades Tahoe·Wine bar·€€€

    Fine wines by the glass, cheese plates and a cosy room in the Village.

    1750 Village East Road, Suite 62, Olympic Valley, CA 96146Explore View on map

  47. Iron Blosam

    Wildflower Lounge

    Snowbird·Lounge·€€

    The lively winter après lounge above the Wildflower restaurant in Iron Blosam.

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  48. Across from Main Lodge

    Yodler Restaurant & Bar

    Mammoth Mountain·Slopeside bar·€€

    Mammoth's legendary slopeside bar: European-style après with bratwurst, fondue and schnitzel, a big sundeck and a fireside lounge.

    10000 Minaret Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546Explore View on map

Canada 5

  1. At the foot of the Whistler Village Gondola

    Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

    Whistler Blackcomb·Après bar·€€

    Whistler Blackcomb’s own après gastropub at the base of the Whistler Village Gondola, with mountain-facing patios, firepits and a stone fireplace.

    4165 Springs Lane, Whistler, BC V8E 1G3Explore View on map

  2. Slopeside patio at Whistler’s base

    Longhorn Saloon

    Whistler Blackcomb·Après bar·€€

    Whistler’s classic party patio at the foot of Whistler Mountain, a few steps from the gondolas.

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  3. At the bottom of the hill

    Mackenzie Common Tavern

    Revelstoke Mountain Resort·Après bar·€€

    The resort’s après spot at the base, with a food-truck menu, outdoor seating and late cocktails.

    2950 Camozzi Road, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S1Explore View on map

  4. In the heart of Sunshine Village

    Mad Trapper’s

    Banff & Lake Louise (SkiBig3)·Après bar·€€

    Banff Sunshine’s classic village après, with comfort food, a sunny deck and live music, open until 11 pm.

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  5. Beer brewed on site

    Microbrasserie La Diable

    Mont-Tremblant·Brewpub·€€

    The locals’ favourite pub, with naturally crafted beers brewed on site and ‘devilishly’ good pub food.

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Georgia 1

  1. Après at the first lift

    Chimney Bar and Lounge Bar at the Marco Polo

    Gudauri·Hotel bars·€€

    Two bars at Gudauri’s historic hotel by the first lift, with bowling, billiards and padel in the same building.

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Türkiye 3

  1. Saturdays 5pm–8pm

    Beceren After-Ski

    Uludağ·Après-ski·€€

    The mountain’s best-known after-ski party, every Saturday from 5pm to 8pm at Beceren Cafe on the square of the 1st Zone.

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  2. International DJs

    DAS Après Erciyes

    Erciyes·Après-ski·€€€

    Live music, local and international DJs and themed nights from morning to midnight at DAS 3917.

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  3. DJs on the snowdeck

    MOMO Après-Ski, Polat Palandöken

    Palandöken·Après-ski·€€€

    Lunch between runs, sunset après-ski and DJ performances on the snowdeck at Polat Palandöken.

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