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A beautiful view of Glenshee in the Highlands Scotland with a prominent mountain in the background. There's a chalet nestled at its foot adding a serene charm to the scene.
A beautiful view of Glenshee in the Highlands Scotland with a prominent mountain in the background. There's a chalet nestled at its foot adding a serene charm to the scene.
A lively winter sports scene at Glenshee ski resort in Highlands Scotland with a ski lift operating and skiers enjoying the snow-covered slopes.
A scenic view of Glenshee in Highlands, Ballater, Scotland. A charming chalet sits at the foot of a picturesque mountain range on a sunny day. A mountain bike is visible, suggesting outdoor activity.
Glenshee in United Kingdom - a group of people standing on top of a snow covered mountain.
Glenshee in United Kingdom - a man flying through the air while riding a snowboard.
View of Glenshee Ski Resort in Highlands, Scotland, featuring ski lifts and a chalet facilitating a vibrant winter sports scene.
Winter scene from Glenshee in the Highlands, Scotland with prevalent features of a bustling winter sports scene at a ski resort amid tranquil winter scenery.

Glenshee Overview

Glenshee Ski Resort is renowned for its picturesque landscape and excellent service. Visitors have admired its stunning views, particularly during the crocus bloom, and have found the resort easily accessible. The resort's new chairlift was highly commended for the diversity it brought to the skiing experience, coupled with the other lifts presenting a varied ski area. The quality of the slopes were favorably compared to other areas, making it a favorite among many visitors.

The resort boasts a well-marked adventure trail, although it was noted to be quite strenuous due to its ups and downs. Nonetheless, visitors found the trail worth the effort for the beautiful views it offered. Aside from skiing, the resort is also a popular spot for hiking, with the well-marked paths and beautiful views being a highlight.

The gastronomy at Glenshee Ski Resort was applauded for its excellent food and swift service. The resort's eatery is reputed for its friendly staff, delicious food, and cozy atmosphere. A Bavarian evening at the resort was particularly delightful, with visitors praising the warm and festive ambiance. The Kaiserschmarrn dish was particularly appreciated for its generous portion and taste.

The resort's ski area was described as a perfect size for beginners and children, with ski courses available and hardly any waiting times at the lifts. The staff at the resort were complimented for their friendliness and helpfulness. However, it was suggested that the family run could be a bit steep for beginners, and the signage could be improved.

Despite the resort being occasionally busy, the overall experience at Glenshee Ski Resort was predominantly positive, with visitors recommending it for its beautiful views, excellent food, and pleasant atmosphere. The resort's ability to maintain well-groomed slopes, even in the absence of heavy snowfall, was praised. It was also noted that the resort is able to provide a great skiing experience even when all the slopes are not open. The resort's commitment to customer satisfaction and the quality of its service and facilities make it a popular choice for both skiing and hiking enthusiasts.

Key insights

6 insights available

Skiable Terrain

883
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

22.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

22
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
66.0%
Intermediate
27.0%
Expert
7.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Glenshee

Where is Glenshee?

Glenshee is a ski resort in Highlands, Ballater, United Kingdom, at coordinates 56.8900, -3.4100.

How many lifts does Glenshee have?

Glenshee has 22 lifts, serving 22 km of marked runs and 883 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Glenshee?

Glenshee has a peak elevation of 1,028 m, a base elevation of 635 m and a vertical drop of 393 m.

How is Glenshee rated?

ShredIndex rates Glenshee 55.6 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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883 ac

Skiable Terrain

22km

Total Run Distance

22total

Number of Lifts

1028m

Peak Elevation

393m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

186.1cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: February (46.9cm)
17.3cm
Nov
38.5cm
Dec
40.6cm
Jan
46.9cm
Feb
32.7cm
Mar
16.1cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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