The town is surrounded by Lake Wakatipu and the awe-inspiring Southern Alps, with spectacular mountains such as the Remarkables, Cecil Peak and Ben Lomond. Queenstown and the surrounding area was the setting for the legendary films Lord of the Rings and X-Men Origins. Despite the mountainous landscape, the climate is considered to be oceanic, with warm summers and temperatures that can reach up to 30°C/86°F, and cold winters with frequent snowfalls.
One of the biggest ski resorts, dedicated to cross-country skiing, is Snow Farm. Situated just outside Cardrona village at an altitude of 1500 m / 4921 ft, it is located at 55 km / 34 mi from Queenstown and 35 km / 21 mi from Wanaka. The site is open from late June to early October and offers a great variety of facilities and activities. It offers more than 50 km / 31 mi of trails and hosts many cross-country skiing teams, coming from all over the world.
Try the alternative, aerobic-like cross-country skiing (some prefer to call it Nordic skiing) moving simultaneously both your hands and legs and using poles and skis. Perfect for skiers of all levels (trails: Mary’s, John’s and the Highlander for beginners, Musterers flat and D9 Express for intermediate skiers, Whoop-ity doo and the Road to No Where for expert riders). Enjoy the breathtaking alpine view!
Mont Video is the best, all year round, tourist destination in Abitibi-Temiscamingue for those who want to enjoy themselves in all fields. This spot offers to its visitors a variety of winter activities, a friendly atmosphere and as much adventure as they need. This place is addressed to all ages.
The mountain resort of Vall de Nuria is located in the Eastern Pyrenees of the municipality of Queralbs. There is no road leading there, only by train or the old footpath - mule track. Enjoy the spectacular mountain landscape using an unusual transport, the rack railway.
Mont Gleason is the ideal place for someone who wants to escape from the daily routine and enjoy the best ski activity. It is located in Tingwick, Quebec, Canada. This area offers to its visitors 2 snow parks, excellent snow conditions and a wide range of winter activities. This place provides everything you need for an exciting experience.
Sierra Nevada's ski resort lies on Veleta peak in the Granada part of the mountain. Your starting point is at Prodollano from where the first lifts would lead you to the main hub in Borreguiles, at an elevation of 457 m/1500 ft above the main village.
Mont Saint-Sauveur is one of the best Canadian places for those who want to escape from the daily routine and have fun. It is a well-known mountain and ski resort, located in Sain-Sauveur, Quebec, Canada. The spot is only a 56 minute drive, north of Montreal in the Laurentians Mountains. Providing a variety of winter activities, excellent snow conditions, adventure and fun, this place is always busy.
Trentino-South Tyrol region of northern Italy provides excellent and well-advanced infrastructures for alpine skiing, that have been developed over the last years. Cross country skiing in San Martino di Castrozza can become an amazing experience in a unique white snow setting.
Christchurch is situated in Canterbury region in the South Island, and is the second largest city of New Zealand. It represents the getaway to Antarctica, while lying next to Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Queenstown is considered by many as the capital of extreme sports. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand, and is surrounded by Lake Wakatipu and the awe-inspiring Southern Alps.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Te Anau is a small town, situated in Fiordland region, in the South Island of New Zealand.
Christchurch is situated in Canterbury region in the South Island, and is the second largest city of New Zealand. It represents the getaway to Antarctica, while lying next to Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Te Anau is a small town, situated in Fiordland region, in the South Island of New Zealand.
