Discover waterslide on skis

Waterslide skiing is a feature designed for freestyle skiing and snowboarding. It’s an artificial water pool, usually about a few metres long and around one metre deep, installed in a snowpark. Discover everything about this thrilling activity.

What is waterslide skiing?

Waterslide skiing involves skiing, monoskiing, snowboarding, or using other sliding gear to cross a large water pool after gaining momentum down a steep, snowy slope. This sport is all about fun and laughter, offering an enjoyable experience for participants. To clear the water, a good speed is essential.

This activity is open to everyone, although a decent level of fitness is recommended. It’s easy to try, with no special difficulty, so skiers of all levels can enjoy waterslide skiing. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, this exciting sport promises thrills and great entertainment.

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What equipment do you need for waterslide skiing?

Snowpark

Located within a ski area, it is a specially designed space to welcome freestylers, including waterslide skiers.

Snowboard

Also called snow surfing, it’s a snowboard designed for sliding sports. It looks similar to a sea surfboard and is ridden on a single board with the rider’s feet positioned sideways.

Where to practice waterslide skiing?

For quite a while now, many resorts have started offering this sport. Here are a few of them.

Les Arcs

Les Arcs is a must-visit resort for waterslide skiing. Nestled in Savoie, with stunning views of Mont Blanc, this ski station offers numerous slopes perfect for enjoying the thrill of sliding and the breathtaking surrounding landscapes. The resort features a waterslide area with a 15-metre-long pool, 40 cm deep, dedicated to freestyle skiing.

Courchevel

Enjoy an exciting and action-packed stay by trying waterslide skiing in the renowned ski area of Courchevel, the most iconic French resort. Perfect for sliders, riders, and snowboarders alike, its snowpark is the ideal place to refine your style.

La Clusaz

La Clusaz keeps winning hearts with its peaceful atmosphere, modern facilities, and the stunning beauty of its ski area.

Les Orres

The Orres snowpark, located in the Hautes-Alpes, is the perfect spot for waterslide skiing, allowing riders to perform impressive runs while crossing the pool without falling into the water.

Avoriaz

Avoriaz is an authentic ski resort located in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area. It wakes up every day with the perfect playground, ideal for an epic waterslide experience.

Isola 2000

Located near Nice, Isola 2000 is the southernmost ski resort in France and one of the sunniest and snowiest. With 120 km of slopes, it’s a great destination for a perfect ski holiday, offering a wide range of winter activities. It also features an exciting waterslide area.

La Toussuire

Located right in the heart of the Sybelles ski area, La Toussuire has also embraced waterslide fun. It features a 30-metre ramp and a pool about 10 metres long to ski or snowboard across.

Val de Morgins

Located at 1,333 metres altitude in the Val de Morgins, this Swiss ski resort in Valais is part of the Franco-Swiss Portes du Soleil ski area. Morgins offers a friendly atmosphere and plenty of freestyle fun amid stunning mountain scenery.

Peyragudes

The resort is nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees, surrounded by peaks soaring over 3,000 metres. It’s the perfect place to refine your style, enhance your feel for the snow, and enjoy waterslide skiing in optimal conditions.

Les Menuires

Waterslide skiing is one of those must-try activities, even if just once during your ski holiday. Les Menuires, a resort in the Tarentaise Valley, offers the perfect facilities to enjoy it.