A stay at a family hotel in a small ski resort, combined with other family-friendly activities in Liechtenstein. Malbun | Liechtenstein The "it" factor What makes it special: Small, uncrowded village: Compact layout, short distances and a calm atmosphere. Easy skiing access : Beginner areas and gentle blue slopes are located directly in the village. Non-ski activities : Ice skating, sledging, winter walks, llama walks, an experience trail and outdoor adventure games. Fam

A family getaway in a Lenkerhof gourmet spa resort with a kids’ club, set in a beautiful village with access to two ski areas. Lenk | Canton of Bern | Switzerland The "it" factor What makes it special: Calm, uncrowded village: Under-the-radar Lenk means fewer queues, less stress and a genuinely relaxed family atmosphere. Two ski areas, one base: Betelberg is ideal for kids and beginners, with easy access to the main Adelboden–Lenk area as skills grow. Plenty beyond skii

Switzerland is famous for its world-class ski resorts — think Zermatt or St. Moritz — but these big ski areas can be overwhelming (and expensive) when you or your kids are just learning to ski. Beginners often can’t take advantage of most of the terrain, which means you pay a premium without getting the full experience. To help families get started with skiing in the best possible way, we’ve put together a list of the top small ski resorts in Switzerland for beginners and fam