Ski holiday packing list
Ski helmet, goggles, thermal base layers and the ski pass: the list for days in the snow.
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Layering on the slopes
On the slopes, several thin layers keep you warmer and drier than one thick one. Thermal base layers that move sweat away from your skin go next to the body, a fleece on top, and the ski jacket and ski trousers on the outside against wind and snow.
Cotton does not belong next to your skin when skiing, because it stays wet and then turns cold. A neck gaiter or balaclava protects your face in the wind and on the lift, and glove liners help on very cold days. For evenings in the village, a winter coat over a jumper is enough, and the ski jacket can dry.
What gets forgotten on a ski holiday
On a ski holiday, what most often goes missing are the small things you only need in winter. Sunscreen and lip balm are among them, because in the mountains and on snow the sun is stronger than the cold suggests.
Just as easy to forget: blister plasters for new or hired ski boots, hand warmers for cold lift rides, slippers for the chalet or hotel, and swimwear if there is a sauna or pool. Ski passes and bookings are often digital, but a paper confirmation still helps when your phone gives up in the cold.
Your own ski gear or hire
Whether you take skis, boots and helmet or hire them at the resort changes the list more than anything else. Many people bring their own ski boots even when they hire skis, because boots that fit shape the day more than the skis do.
If you hire, book ahead and still bring your own helmet and goggles if they already fit. With your own gear, a ski boot bag and a ski lock belong on the list, so the skis are still there when you come out of the mountain hut. A back protector is worth considering if you ride a lot off-piste or in the park.
Driving to a ski holiday
If you drive to the mountains, you pack for the road as well. An ice scraper, a snow brush and jump leads are quickly needed in winter, plus a blanket in case you get stuck in traffic. A flask of something hot makes long tailbacks easier to bear.
The rules for snow chains, winter tyres, hi-vis vests and vignettes depend on the country and sometimes the route, and they change. Check them before you set off with a motoring organisation or the official sources for your destination.
How it works
“Start with this list” opens the template – once you have signed in with your email address.
Add more templates, such as “Before leaving” for the water, the heating and the plants. Nothing appears twice.
Create the list, tick it off, archive it after the trip – and pack it again next time.
Good to know
- Can I change the list?
- Yes. Your list is yours: add, rename, move and delete items. The template stays as it is.
- Does it cost anything?
- No. No subscription, no ads. All you need is an email address, no password.