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Breckenridge Ski Holiday Guide

"Take a ride on the Imperial Super Chair in Breckenridge, or Breck as it's known to the locals, and then a short hike to the summit of Peak 8 and you will be at a staggered 12,998ft. You will definitely feel on top of the world! After this you will have earned a beer or two in Breck's Microbrewery - a popular choice for a spot of apres ski." Jon, Overseas Manager.

This is the quintessential ski town USA. If you want a taste of the North American ski adventure Breckenridge is the very essence of skiing the American way.

Breckenridge is high altitude: there are four peaks, each over 12,000 feet, and this means ample quantities of light, dry Colorado snow. The skiing at Breckenridge caters for all abilities, but is particularly suited to those who want to improve their skills and those who ski in groups of mixed ability.

The town of Breckenridge is charm itself; clapboard houses are laid out in neat rows, competing for attention in their various hues.

Breckenridge is also perfect those who wish to extend their abilities; it has a relatively flattering pitch and an outstanding ski school. The class sizes are never large and you are guaranteed world class instruction. For kids there is the added mystery of the Enchanted Forest – hidden in a secret location, this is a ski school only fairytale trail through the trees.

Skiing in Breckenridge

There are four peaks, helpfully named Peaks 7, 8, 9 and 10. Peaks 8 and 9 are a haven for intermediates.

In the early hours when the trails are still perfect corduroy take yourself to the top of Duke’s Run by way of the Rocky Mountain SuperChair and just let yourself go. This is one of Breckenridge’s unique ‘Blue/Black’ runs, meaning a pre-dominantly groomed run with no surprises at a slightly steeper pitch.

Want to get really high? Two seasons ago Breckenridge opened the Imperial Express SuperChair on Peak 8 – the highest lift in North America, rising to an impressive 12,840 feet – and serving a new area of awe-inspiring advanced and expert bowl terrain.

Tree skiing can also be found in abundance on each peak, and with the opening of a new gondola from the village to Peaks 7 and 8 last season, Breckenridge’s reputation for outstanding skiing and minimal lift lines is further enhanced.

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