Tromsø, which is more than 300 km north of the Arctic Circle, has an erratic snowfall pattern, with some winters seeing subarctic conditions and chilly winds and others featuring milder temperatures. In either case, Tromso will have thick winter snow.

The greatest time to see the northern lights is during the dead of winter, though they can show up anywhere between September and April. The best views are available from the top of the mountain if you take the Fjellheisen cable car while in town, but you'll get greater views if you take a trip outside of the city to avoid light pollution. It's recommended to visit during the polar night period, which lasts 48 days between November and January and is when there are the most chances of seeing the northern lights, as they can show at any hour of the day.

The Swiss town of Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn, the world's most iconic mountain. As such, it’s a top destination for skiers. The small town of Zermatt is surrounded by towering mountains and is located just across the border from Italy.

Here, more than 200 kilometers of slopes accommodate skiers of all skill levels, from novices learning the lanes to experts prepared to take on top stations at a breathtaking altitude of 3,883 meters. The consistent snowfall, breathtaking scenery, and plenty of difficult scenic runs that are frequently deserted make Zermatt a popular ski destination in Switzerland. But Zermatt isn’t just for skiers, this idyllic resort town has plenty to offer for those not inclined to partake in snow-centric sports.

The Belvedere Christmas market, which is situated next to the Upper Belvedere palace since the 18th century, is among Vienna's best. It may be smaller than some others in the city, but it more than makes up for it with its elegance and thousands of small lights reflecting on a lake.

Even though the market outside Schönbrunn Palace is not much larger, it is one of Vienna's most elegant, selling exquisite goods including pottery and handmade glass made by craftsmen. This market is an excellent place to find gourmet food, including mountain cheeses and home-baked gingerbread, as well as Vienna's largest Christmas tree. Additionally, there are markets at Michaelerplatz Square, which sells traditional holiday crafts and food right by the entrance gate to the Hofburg, and Karlsplatz, which sells handmade and very unique products.

Quebec is a great urban getaway in the winter because of its European-style architecture, cobblestoned streets, and a lot of snow. You may also experience their Christmas markets if you visit in December. Adorable wooden stalls there sell anything from maple treats to handcrafted wooden toys.

You may enjoy the greatest views of Château Frontenac while sliding down a large toboggan from November to March. The toboggan, which was first constructed in 1884, gives visitors the chance to down the hill at a speed of 70 km per hour. Don't miss the magnificent Christmas display at the Château Frontenac courtyard if you go in December; it includes a gigantic Christmas tree and lots of lights. The Market at the Old Port and the German Christmas Market are two notable Christmas markets in the city.

The Bregenz Forest is beautiful all year round, but when the colder months, it turns into a winter wonderland. This beautiful location offers over 300 kilometers of cross-country ski trails, 72 marked snowshoe trails, and signposted winter hiking trails.

With 30 kilometers of cross-country and 50 kilometers of classic mountain skiing trails and a top elevation of 1,040 meters, the Hittisau cross-country ski area is especially beautiful. The majority of the trails welcome dogs. When the moon is full, a number of local groups hold nighttime snowshoeing trips. Outfitted with headlamps or a soft flashlight, the excursions lead tourists through deep snow, where the forested landscape appears magnificent and mystical.

In the state of Montana, there are more than 6,000 kilometers of snowmobile trails that have been groomed, and a sizable portion of those trails are found inside Yellowstone National Park. The park, which spans Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana, is accessible from the town of West Yellowstone.

Guided snowmobile tours, most of which depart from West Yellowstone, are the only way to explore the park during the winter when thick layers of snow cover the roads and regular road traffic is banned. Every year, Yellowstone receives more than 380 cm of snow, which turns the backcountry roads, powdery meadows, and mountain paths into a winter wonderland. The national forest guide service offers guided trips for those looking to go far into the backcountry or for novice snowmobilers, but it's also possible to just rent a snowmobile and go exploring on your own.

Few other places in Europe offer snow this late in the year, but Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe, gets snow well into May and is a popular Easter getaway.

Val Thorens' slopes are ideal for skiing during the Easter holiday since the days are longer, lift passes are less expensive, and the weather is sunnier and clearer. Even for those who don't ski, Val Thorens is an excellent Easter getaway. The Belleville Valley's winter hiking and snowshoeing trails provide breathtaking views, and thrill-seekers may enjoy the resort's zipline, which begins at the top of the Moutiere chairlift and runs at 75 kph on the way down. Additionally, you may take a helicopter tour of the snow-covered French Alps or try some ice diving to test your physical and mental limits.

Although the small village of Rovaniemi in the Arctic Circle may not sound familiar, it is thought to be the birthplace of Santa Claus. The Santa's Express train or a taxi are both options for getting to Santa Claus Village, which is located eight kilometers from the heart of Rovaniemi.

Rovaniemi is a charming little village that is accessible all year round and has numerous Christmas-related attractions, like Santa's post office, but it is especially beautiful in the winter. If you want to see the northern lights, eat lunch in an ice restaurant, or stay the night in an igloo hotel, this is the place to do it. In addition to the 2.5 kilometers of snowy trails in the Ranua Wildlife Park where you may see wild arctic wildlife, you can also take a sleigh or snowmobile trip around the surrounding area.

Tignes offers holiday skiing in luxury and is a high-altitude ski resort close to the Italian border. A Father Christmas parade, Christmas lights everywhere, and a special night torchlight descent, where ESF instructors and students snake down the mountain with wonderful flickering lights, are some of the festive activities that the resort puts on throughout the entire month of December. Santa also makes an appearance during these festivities.

The resort's name comes from the village of Tignes Le Lac, which also holds Christmas markets where wooden toys and handcrafted decorations are sold. Additionally, there are outdoor ice rinks, upscale restaurants, and breathtaking views from the Grande Motte glacier. Tignes Le Lac, located 2,100 meters above sea level, will undoubtedly see snow on Christmas (at least on the ground).

If you believed that ice climbing is better left to experts, you're in for a shock: Rjukan has more than 150 ice climbing routes that are suitable for all levels of climbers, including first-timers.

A breathtaking scene has magnificent frozen waterfalls, ice trails that begin in the middle of town, and deep canyons covered in ice in colors of green and blue. There are numerous guided trips available for people who need some help mastering the sport, and climbing equipment may be rented in the city. Rjukan is renowned for one more thing in addition to its amazing ice climbing: the gigantic mirrors placed on the sides of the steep mountains that surround the town. The mirrors are placed strategically to reflect the sun and bring it down over the Rjukan town square in a breathtaking display of light.

Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull glacier is definitely a bucket list item. Summer or winter, doesn't matter, glacier hikes are available all year round.

While there are many locations in Iceland where one can trek glaciers, Vatnajokull, the largest glacier in Europe, is the most popular. The extraordinary location offers the deepest blue ice caves, massive crevasses, and ice formations. Every tour to a glacier includes a guide and takes five to six hours to finish. Depending on the route, glacier hikes can be feasible for novices. You will receive the required equipment from the guides, including crampons to help you secure your footing. There are always opportunities to go on a glacier, but the most beautiful snowflakes cover the frozen surface during the winter.

Even though the rock formations of Bryce Canyon are magnificent in the summer, the contrast of deep, powdery snow makes them even more stunning.

However, the park is only two ways accessible in the winter due to excessive snowfall. The Bryce Amphitheater is the largest open plateau region with pinkish-red rock formations, and there are many viewpoints and overlooks that open up over it for great photo opportunities. But for those looking for an adventure, the park's kilometers of hiking trails are transformed into snowshoeing trails in the winter, providing the only access to the park's center once it begins to snow. On snowshoes, you can complete even the most challenging and difficult hikes, like the nine-kilometer Peekaboo Loop that runs through the center of the park.

The historical Tyrol area is likely most known for its excellent skiing, but there are plenty of other ways to have fun here, and taking advantage of those opportunities is essential given the 750 kilometers of toboggan lines in the Tyrol.

For those who want to try tobogganing under the starry winter sky, there are also many floodlit runs. Depending on the location, accessing the toboggan runs may require taking a cable car to the top of the mountain. There are trails that lead directly to other locations. Some runs are even well-known. In Nauders, where the run begins at 2,200 meters above sea level and stretches for eight heart-pounding kilometers into the valley below, you may find Tyrol's longest natural toboggan run.

Your best chance for a once-in-a-lifetime experience is now given by these structures, sometimes referred to as Aurora hotels, which are already spread throughout much of northern Finland.

You may now wait for the northern lights to appear from inside your own heated glass-domed hotel room located high above the Arctic Circle, as opposed to taking a trip to try to see them. For the ideal snow getaway, Aurora hotels are difficult to beat. Imagine it as your own glass igloo, equipped with comfy beds, a private bathroom, and occasionally even a sauna. There are numerous activities available here during the day as well. From trying cross-country skiing or reindeer sledding to strolling through blue-green pine forests.

As divers descend to depths of up to 25 meters in the cold waters, Greenland is the kind of place you see in epic movies: rugged fjords covered in ice all around and a spectacular landscape that extends underwater as well.

Diving in the Arctic demands strength of character because the environment under the ocean surface requires the diver’s full attention. Even though ice diving is already not for the faint of heart, Greenland goes above and beyond by offering the chance to dive under and around an iceberg while it is encircled by glacier-blue waters, in a setting that very few people will ever get the opportunity to do. Once on dry ground, you can use dogsleds or snowmobiles to go through the dense cotton-like snow, which is the only way to the remote alpine huts that dot Eastern Greenland