Online snowboarding guru Malcom Moore made the voyage to Shanghai, China to take a spin around the world’s largest indoor ski resort and provides a ride along on all of the indoor trails navigating 45,000 sq/m of snow covered terrain.
The Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort broke ground in 2021 and opened for business in August 2024. The ski area is just a small portion of the overall resort which covers and incredible 22 acres. In addition to skiing, visitors can enjoy a massive water park and tons of other activities.
For those who are just interested in winter related fun but not actually skiing, the resort offers nearly 20 snow-themed attractions including China’s first indoor snow train, an ice bike circuit, snow mountain jump platform, and sledding areas.
If you are wondering where to stay if you plan on visiting Shanghai for a bit of urban skiing, consider one of their ski-in ski-out suites where you can boot up in your room and step directly onto the snow. This place looks amazing!
The Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort:
- Location: No. 1-5, Lane 2088, Hucheng Ring Road, Nanhui New Town, Pudong New District, Shanghai (Lin-gang Special Area, ~90-minute drive from downtown Shanghai).
- Opening Date: Officially opened September 6, 2024, certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest indoor ski resort.
- Size: 90,000 sqm of indoor snow fields (equivalent to 12 football fields), with a total resort area of 350,000 sqm. Vertical drop of ~60 meters (20 stories).
- Ski Slopes:
- Four slopes with varying difficulty: Beginner (Teaching Slope), Intermediate (S Curve), Advanced (340m black run), and one additional slope.
- Snow quality: Powdery and soft, maintained by 33 snow machines, with an average snow depth of 70cm.
- Features a chairlift and gondola for access to the top; minimal queue times reported.
- Snow Play Area:
- Over 20 snow activities, including snow tubing, ice bumper cars, snow biking, speed sledding, and ice cave exploration.
- Family-friendly with a Nordic-inspired town square for dining and relaxation.
- Water Park:
- All-weather water park with 26 slides, indoor and outdoor sections.
- Bring your own slippers and towels; no hair dryers available.
- Accommodation:
- Three hotels: IHG Vignette Collection Hotel, Crowne Plaza Hotel, and L+Snow Supreme Hotel.
- 17 exclusive “ski-in, ski-out” suites for direct slope access.
- Ticket Prices (as of October 2024, in CNY, ~USD conversion):
- Skiing:
- Normal days: ¥420 (~$77)
- Peak days: ¥600 (~$110)
- Special peak days: ¥780 (~$144)
- Snow Play:
- Normal days: ¥220 (~$40)
- Peak days: ¥300 (~$55)
- Special peak days: ¥400 (~$73)
- Water Park:
- Normal days: ¥200 (~$37)
- Peak days/Special peak days: ¥260 (~$48)
- Includes equipment rental (skis, snowboards, boots, helmets, jackets, trousers). Gloves not provided; bring your own.
- Book via official WeChat applet, Ctrip, Meituan, or Douyin; discounts for advance booking.
- Skiing:
- Additional Attractions:
- Championship ice rink, ice sculptures, S-shaped 3D snow track, Snow Country Train (electric).
- Dining, shopping, and cultural experiences in an ice-themed commercial town.
- Tips for Visitors:
- Bring waterproof gloves, thick socks, and quick-drying clothes for temperature changes (-3°C to -5°C inside).
- Arrive early to avoid crowds, especially on weekends/holidays.
- Ski lessons available (group or one-on-one).
