Posted by Garrott Kuzzy, Lumi Experiences on Feb 11th 2026
Mid-Season Skiing in France, Finland and Italy
The midway point of the 2026 winter season is here! There’s no slowing down as Lumi skiers explore the trails and culture in France, Finland and Italy. Recent snowfall across the Alps has built up an excellent base while chilly temperatures in Finland promise to make post-sauna dips especially refreshing. Read on to find out what Lumi guests have been up to in the midst of an exciting winter.
Finishing the Transju’ in France
After starting their week being blanketed in fresh snow, guests on Lumi’s France Transju’ trip were treated to fantastic conditions for the Transjurassienne Worldloppet event.
Trying out the Biathlon at Les Tuffes Stadium
In addition to the excitement of the Transju’, guests also spent a sunny day at Les Tuffes Stadium learning the art of biathlon from local experts. No trip to the French Jura would be complete without plenty of fondue tastings over trailside lunches and delicious group dinners savored after a day on the trail.
To cap off the week, skiers traversed the Transju’ course while being cheered on by their new friends and enthusiastic French ski fans. The group celebrated one of their own earning a well-deserved Worldloppet Master diploma, a rare accomplishment given to those who have skied in 10 different Worldloppet events. Congrats, Fiona!
Crossing the finish line at the Transju
Congrats to Fiona on your Worldloppet Master achievement!
Frigid Skiing in Finland
1200 miles to the northeast, Lumi’s trip to Finland & Estonia kicked off last weekend with temperatures hovering just above 0°F for the start of the Finlandia-Hiihto Worldloppet event in Lahti. Despite the chilly weather, Lumi guests were all smiles beneath multiple buffs, Kinesio tape and ice mustaches. The ongoing coldwave made for hard snow and fast conditions as skiers eagerly sipped warm blueberry soup at aid stations to replenish their energy and warm themselves from the inside out. No two races on the Worldloppet circuit are alike, and this winter’s varying weather conditions have been a reminder while making for some memorable experiences.
Skiers bundled up to brave the chilly temperatures at this year's Finlandia-Hiihto
Frigid yet happy skiers celebrate after completing the Finlandia Worldloppet
(left) A chilly Finlandia-Hiihto gets underway in Lahti, Finland (right) The Lahti ski jumps, and Lumi trip leaders, shine no matter the temperature
Following the frigid opening events, the trip settled into a more relaxed skiing in and around Lahti before getting a behind-the-scenes look at the Peltonen ski factory – the perfect activity for a cool afternoon.
Lumi guests got a behind the scenes tour of the Peltonen ski factory in Vierumäki
Scenic Skiing in Seiser Alm
Lumi guests put the recent snowfall in the southern Alps to good use as they soaked up the scenery on the Seiser Alm plateau. At times it felt like we were skiing above the clouds! Conditions were magical as the sun lit up the Dolomite peaks surrounding the trails below. It was a stunning day of skiing.
There's plenty of snow to go around in Seiser Alm!
Lumi trip leader and Olympian Holly Brooks awaits skiers in a very snowy landscape in Seiser Alm
Skiing above the clouds in Seiser Alm
Ski With Lumi in 2027
Would you like to ski the rolling terrain of the French Jura, explore the trails of Finland and Estonia or take in the stunning scenery on the Seiser Alm plateau next winter? Reach out today for a trip itinerary or to reserve your spot. All 2027 reservations before March 31 receive a $300/person early booking discount. We look forward to hearing from you!
See you on the trail,
Garrott Kuzzy
Founder & Olympian