Five of Europe’s best value lift passes

It’s one of Austria’s biggest ski areas with 284km, but at just €200 for a six-day pass it’s also one of the best value. Resorts on this mega-circuit include Ellmau, Scheffau, Westendorf and Brixen im Thale.
This small hill above Annecy is one of the few places in the ski world we know where you can pay for skiing by the hour, starting at €4.70 for one hour and increasing to €8.90 for 10. Bargain! Read more about it here.
Monterosa makes the list for offering free (yes, free) lift passes. There is, of course, a catch. The offer is only valid during quieter weeks and you have to stay in a participating three-, four- or five-star hotel. Even if you can’t snag a freebie, Monterosa – that is, Champoluc-Gressoney-Alagna – still offers excellent value, with six days from €222, including two days in the rest of the Aosta Valley (eg Courmayeur and Cervinia).
Austria’s SkiWelt, €200 for six days | griassdi.comThere’s epic freeride terrain to be had at this little, powder-covered gem in the Trentino district. A day pass for Pejo 3000 will set you back as little as €32; six days starts at €134.
Home to Scotland’s finest back lift-served bowls, Nevis Range offers day passes for £32.50 (six days £146.25). If you live close, consider getting five non-consecutive days for just £137 so you can cherry pick the best days on the hill.