Members of the royal family are known for their prowess on the slopes, but the mountains also hold some tragic memories.

Zermatt, the famous ski resort at the foot of the Matterhorn, has invested hundreds of millions of Swiss francs to ensure skiing for its customers nearly year-round, despite global warming. It is a relentless strategy – criticized,

From ice skating and cross-country skiing to snowy train rides and cosy cabins stays, there are many memorable ways to make the most of the European winter.