Skiing in February 2027: family resorts to book now
✍️ SnowFinder editorial team📅 15 October 2026⏱ 5 min
February is the most in-demand month of the winter, and the best family resorts go quickly. The dates for 2027 are known: with the three school zones overlapping, it is best to plan now. Here is the calendar, and five resorts that have proven themselves with children.
📅 Zone C from 6 February
⚠️ Peak from 20 to 22 February
👨👩👧 5 safe bets
The February 2027 school holiday calendar
6 February
Zone C departs (including Paris), until 22 February.
13 February
Zone A departs, until 1 March.
20 February
Zone B departs, until 8 March. From 20 to 22 February, all three zones are on holiday at the same time: this is the peak for crowds and prices.
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Tip. The week of 6 to 13 February (only zone C is on holiday) and that of 1 to 8 March (only zone B) are generally quieter than the heart of the period. If your dates are flexible, this is where the best value for money is.
Five family resorts to aim for
Le Grand-Bornand
The family reference. Famille Plus label, a wide, gentle snow front at Chinaillon, fun play areas and a calm atmosphere. See the resort page.
La Plagne
The most gradual ski area. Ski-in, ski-out accommodation in almost every village and childcare everywhere. See the resort page.
Les Menuires
The smart budget choice in the 3 Vallées. Fun play areas and a gentle snow front, with accommodation cheaper than in Val Thorens. See the resort page.
Avoriaz
100% pedestrian. No cars, ski-in, ski-out, horse-drawn sleighs: logistics are simple with young children. See the resort page.
Alpe d'Huez
Sunshine and a large ski area. Famille Plus label and activities for children. See the resort page.
📍 La Plagne – ski-in, ski-out accommodation and a gradual ski area, a classic choice for families
When to book
For February, the best accommodation disappears from the autumn onwards. Booking now means choosing your location and your dates. Compare offers on our accommodation page, and use the comparison tool to pick between two resorts. Need help deciding? Our head-to-heads La Plagne vs Les Arcs and La Clusaz vs Le Grand-Bornand are made for that.
Key takeaways
Zone C 6 to 22 February 2027
Zone A 13 February to 1 March 2027
Zone B 20 February to 8 March 2027
Avoid 20 to 22 February, when all three zones overlap
Choosing the right week matters as much as choosing the right resort. Shift your dates by a week if you can, book now, and let your children's ages guide you rather than the size of the ski area.
