Cable skiing

Belgium isn't known for its mountains and even less as a ski destination. Nevertheless, it has a long history of skiing and winter sports. The Ardennes region, also popular for summer holidays, is home to several lesser-known ski resorts. 
Baraque de Fraiture
Also known simply as La Station, Baraque de Fraiture is an outdoor sporting centre known for its nature walks, BMX circuit, Luge, and most importantly, Alpine skiing. The resort is at one of the highest points in Belgium, with the highest point, the Plateau des Tailles, at 651 metres above sea level.
Fitted with three modern ski lifts, La Station offers skiers three runs of up to 1km in length. The ski resort also offers the opportunity for night skiing.
Mont des Brumes
Located between the villages of Francorchamps and La Gleize, Mont des Brumes offers slopes for intermediate and beginner skiers. At 530 metres above sea level, it is not the highest resort but does have one of the longest runs in Belgium. There are three ski lifts and two different runs, one steep red and one green. Snowfall is boosted with the aid of one snow cannon, which helps extend the total number of skiable days.
Ovifat
Located in the municipality of Waimes in the province of Liège, Ovifat is one of the largest ski areas in Belgium, featuring four ski lifts, three alpine ski slopes, and a toboggan run. Locals have skied on this hill since the 1930s, strapping planed ash planks onto their boots with leather straps.
Val de Wanne
Open since the 1970s, Val de Wanne in the Belgian Ardennes features a 1-kilometre-long track at 480 metres altitude. While featuring just two tracks, one green and one blue, the resort also has two working lifts and a year-round brasserie and leisure centre. There are also two cross-country ski routes, 3 and 8 kilometres long.