Apres Ski (French for after ski) is a term used to describe the social activities, entertainment and nightlife that takes place specifically at ski resorts. After an intense day tackling the slopes, it’s almost mandatory to indulge in an evening of food and drink, music, partying and general merriment.
Many believe that the apres ski culture originates from Norway in the mid-1800s, where grog or aquavit was consumed among friends at skiers’ homes. Today, however, skiers are greeted with much more than a small gathering round a friend’s house – apres ski has scaled new heights! And it is seen as an important factor for skiers even long before they book their holidays.
In Verbier, the post-powder party is the ultimate way to round off a hard day skiing or snowboarding. Whether you want to go dancing in your apres ski boots, wrap up in furs by a cosy pub fire, sip champagne and eat caviar in a refined eating establishment, or stay up until 4 in the morning in your luxury Verbier chalet, there are plenty of options to suit your mood. We have compiled a list of some of our favourites apres ski activities, right here!
Pub Mont Fort is often very busy – a good indicator of its popularity! If you’re after tasty burgers, informal atmosphere and a reasonably priced happy hour, head up the hill to Pub Mont Fort. The staff are friendly and approachable, offering apres skiers a chilled and relaxed dining experience. It also has a large terraced area with plenty of fires to keep you warm. Fancy dress parties, sports on the big screen and BBQs in the summer are just some of the reasons why guests keep coming back for more.
A great spot for cocktails, La Farinet is popular among apres skiers looking to stop off for an afternoon or party into the early hours of the morning. Complete with log fire and a live DJ playing until 2 am every night in the winter, this is a perfect venue for seasonaires, locals and holidaymakers alike. And if that doesn’t help you to decide to BOOK NOW, the bar has a sliding roof that opens when the party gets too hot! Give La Farinet a visit, because when was the last time to witnessed snow falling from an open roof whilst listening to an awesome Swedish cover band?!
This exclusive supper club offers an extensive menu of Scandinavian and Eastern European flavours, with seating for around 60 people. After supper, move straight to the dance floor with a drink in hand and party on until 4 am. This late night venue combines dining and dancing under one roof. Expect the unexpected with Etoile Rouge – the staff aim to stimulate the senses with their mixture of fine food, music and artistic performance.
One of the oldest and well-known nightclubs in the Alps, this venue has been going since 1971. The Farm is legendary within the apres ski community, famous for its insane high prices – a real playground for the elite – and a popular party site among glamorous visitors and residents alike. The are no entrance fees and the nightclub is open daily throughout the winter season from 23:00 to 04:00. With special guests including Diana Ross and David Bowie, the Farm Club has been dubbed the place to be seen for over 45 years!
You can still enjoy the apres ski atmosphere with children in toe! Get down to Offshore Cafe at the bottom of the Medran lift, for a casual meal with the kids and feast on milkshakes and cakes, American, Mexican and Italian-inspired dishes and even some of the most delicious breakfasts in town! Their extensive food menu ensures that there is something for everyone. The Cafe stays open until 20:00.
Once the apres ski party is over, where are you going to turn in for the night? What is better than your very own luxury ski chalet?! If you are considering a ski trip and want some of the best chalet accommodation in Verbier, get in touch with Chalet Apartment Rentals for more information. We have been renting, selling and managing properties in Verbier since 1999, and we are experts in the ski chalet market. We look forward to hearing from you!
