Spending all day in the snow, romping around tobogganing, snowboarding, or skiing – your kids can quickly break a sweat.

Functional ski clothing is extremely important, especially for children, as it offers breathability, freedom of movement, and additional thermoregulating properties that keep your little winter sports enthusiasts wonderfully warm even in sub-zero temperatures.

High on the packing list for a winter vacation with children: a functional ski jacket. Whether for girls, boys, or babies – a high-quality ski jacket keeps warm, is wind and waterproof, and at the same time offers so much comfort that kids can move freely in it.

This way, the little ones won't get cold on the go, and skiing and snowboarding will be even more fun.

Ski jackets for boys and girls feature a multi-layered construction. It ensures that moisture can escape from inside the jacket, while cold and wet are reliably kept out from the outside.

Some models are filled with down feathers for extra warmth. Popular ski jackets from BOGNER also impress with sophisticated extras: welded seams, a ski pass pocket, a zipper with anti-snag protection, or a powder skirt with an integrated fastening system offer your kids unbeatable comfort on the slopes.

Important with all the additional functions: the style factor must not be neglected. Designer brands like KJUS and Colmar succeed in creating the perfect combination of functionality and style in their ski jackets: Color blocking in the trendy colors red, blue and white, or extravagant prints with floral patterns are popular. By the way: In a colorful ski outfit, you won't lose sight of your kids even in the biggest crowd on the slopes.

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When your little ones first hit the skis or snowboard, their attempts often end up on their bottom in deep snow. Therefore, many designer ski pants for boys and girls are not only treated with a special coating but are also additionally reinforced in the seat and knee areas. After all, double wet and cold protection is particularly essential for such high-stress body parts.

The ski pant favorite for small kids: dungarees with braces. No wonder, as they are wonderfully quick to slip into, and even during the wildest snowball fight, no unwanted snow can get in anywhere. Models for smaller kids particularly excel in terms of colors: neon or pastel colors have been trending for years.

Older children prefer plain ski pants without braces. A powder skirt at the waistband ensures that even in minor falls during the descent, no snow can penetrate here.

Clever extras such as zipped pockets, belt loops or integrated belts, and zippers at the leg cuffs guarantee even more comfort.

Whether big or small – experienced winter sports enthusiasts always wear several functional layers of clothing. This also applies to kids: while a ski jacket and ski pants protect against wind, cold, and wet as the outermost layers, the so-called mid-layer serves as a warming intermediate layer.

Kids' ski fashion offers a wide selection of functional mid-layers. Sporty designer brands are particularly fond of developing sweaters and fleece jackets made from innovative functional fibers: these optimally store body heat and simultaneously guarantee maximum breathability.

A fleece sweater from ODLO with a half-zip zipper does even more: by opening the zipper, your child can provide additional ventilation. Thanks to the stand-up collar, the neck and throat are also warmed.

Functional ski underwear is often referred to as a base layer – after all, underwear forms the basis of children's ski outfits. It should therefore be comfortable, quick-drying, breathable, and feel pleasant against the skin.

Functional underwear is therefore mostly made of synthetic fibers or wool. Merino wool, in particular, guarantees a first-class wearing comfort, absorbs a lot of moisture from the skin, and stores body temperature excellently.

Whether it's a ski outfit for girls or boys – designers prefer to keep ski underwear simple and classic. Nevertheless, a few sophisticated accents are a must.

Typical examples are attractive decorative seams in contrasting colors, elaborately designed logo patches, or even patterned prints. Additional tip: ski underwear should ideally fit snugly – this prevents wrinkles in multi-layered ski outfits that might pinch during play in the snow.

What do children need for a ski vacation? To ensure the slope outfit is right and you don't forget anything important, a packing list helps. This way, you can make sure the ski wardrobe is complete before heading to Kitzbühel or Davos and perfectly coordinate the individual pieces in terms of style and color.

The packing list for a ski vacation with children should include:

• Ski equipment:
  • Skis, ski boots, and ski poles
  • Ski helmet
  • Gloves (A second pair is always good in case the first gets wet.)
  • Sunglasses or ski goggles
• The right ski clothing:
  • Ski jacket and pants
  • Sweaters or fleece jackets as mid-layers
  • Ski underwear and socks
  • Scarf or neck gaiter
  • Wool or knitted hat
  • Sturdy shoes and winter boots
• Wind and weather cream
• Sunscreen (Don't underestimate the sun on snow in the mountains!)

Is this year your little one's first winter holiday in Gstaad, Switzerland, or are you traveling with them to Courchevel, France?

For a winter holiday with a baby, you should choose warming clothes particularly carefully: A Moncler set of trousers and jacket offers your offspring exactly the premium comfort you desire.

Because unlike a classic snowsuit, trousers and a jacket can also be worn individually. Snowsuits for babies, as one-pieces, are much more compact: snow and cold have no chance here – even if the first attempts at walking in the snow are still a bit difficult.

Particularly recommended: down-filled baby snow jackets. They keep warm even at the lowest temperatures and are therefore the perfect companion for your baby's first snow adventures.

Alternatively, lined snow jackets, pants, and suits made of synthetic fibers are ideal – often with cute details like faux-fur collars or detachable gloves and shoes.

With this, the packing list for a winter holiday with a baby is almost complete: because warming bodysuits and rompers as well as tights and tops must, of course, also not be missing from the checklist for a winter holiday with a baby.

Do you have the right outfit and equipment? Find out what else to consider for a winter or ski vacation with children here:

When choosing a ski area, look for family-friendliness. Smaller ski areas not only have more charm and authenticity but often also offer individual childcare as well as family- and child-friendly accommodations.

It is always advisable to wear a helmet when skiing to protect against head injuries. In some ski areas, helmets are even compulsory for your kids. For example, in Styria or Carinthia, children under 15 are only allowed to ski and toboggan with a helmet.

And in Italy, children up to 14 years old are also required to wear a helmet. It is best to find out before your vacation which countries and areas absolutely require a helmet.

A children's park or children's area is a special highlight. There, kids are supervised by ski instructors all day long in their own area – in addition to children's slopes and practice areas, there are often winter playgrounds, carousels, and other attractions.

Especially if you haven't been skiing for long yourself, it can easily be overlooked: you and your children need ski passes for the slope adventure. Some ski resorts and accommodations already include the passes in their offers. Often, children up to 6 years old also get free ski passes or other discounts.

Skiing is action-packed and fun – but it's also quite strenuous. Treat yourself and the children to a quiet day now and then, where you can share experiences and relax.

Go for a warm-up in the swimming pool, explore the landscape together or visit a child-friendly museum. The next day, the kids can hit the slopes again with full energy.