Winter season 2025/2026 starts: Gerlingen Ski Club is looking forward to snow!

Winter season 2025/2026 starts: Gerlingen Ski Club is looking forward to snow!

The 2025/2026 winter season of the Ski-Club Gerlingen e.V. begins on October 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. with a new program that offers numerous excursions. Interested winter sports enthusiasts can find out more via the official homepage, as well as via social media such as Instagram (@skiclubgerlingen) and Facebook. Registrations are also possible via WhatsApp. The ski club is looking forward to a successful season that promises new adventures for many club members and winter sports enthusiasts. Articles on this topic were written by various associations, communities and initiatives and checked by the editorial team. However, it should be noted that no guarantee can be given for the accuracy of all information.

The enthusiasm for winter sports is not just limited to the Stuttgart region. Illinois, USA, also has numerous opportunities for winter sports enthusiasts, although the state is not known for its high mountains. According to Wapiti Travel, several ski resorts in Illinois offer a variety of activities, such as alpine skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. When there is heavy snowfall, the conditions are ideal for winter sports fans.

Popular ski resorts in Illinois

Some of the most popular ski resorts in Illinois include:

• Villa Olivia: Bietet sieben Pisten und einen Tubing-Hügel, gelegen in Bartlett, nur 37 Meilen von Chicago entfernt.
• Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports: Berühmt für die privaten und Gruppenlektionen, beim 34 Meilen von Chicago entfernten Lisle.
• Ski Snowstar: Ein umfassendes Angebot mit 15 Abfahrten in Andalusia, 187 Meilen von Chicago entfernt.
• Chestnut Mountain Resort: Mit einem 120-Zimmer-Lodge und zahlreichen Essensmöglichkeiten ideal für alle Könnerstufen, ebenfalls bei Galena.
• Lake Carroll Ski Hill: Besonders familienfreundlich, mit einer 300-Fuß-Höhenlage.

Additionally, there are nearby resorts outside of Illinois that can be visited.

European Ski Holidays: A Family-Friendly Alternative

For families planning a ski vacation, European ski regions represent an attractive option. According to SKI Mag, the cost of lift tickets, accommodations and ski lessons are generally cheaper in Europe than in North America. Many resorts in the Alps offer a child-friendly environment where children are welcome in most areas, including at meals. Additionally, prices for private ski schools in the Alps are far more affordable, making it easier for families to receive quality lessons.

A popular destination for familiesLa Rosièrein France. This medium-sized ski resort is ideal for children and offers gentle beginner slopes with breathtaking views. The region is large enough to allow for a week of exploration without overwhelming guests.

With the winter season approaching, both the Ski-Club Gerlingen e.V. and the ski areas in Illinois and the Alps have something to offer for every winter sports lover.