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Guide
Kids' Ski Helmets
A child's ski helmet must meet EN 1077 and stay put when they shake their head, even with the chin strap undone. Measure their head again before every season.
Key points
- The helmet must meet EN 1077; Class B is enough for the piste.
- Measure head circumference and pick the size whose range puts it mid-way.
- No room to grow into: the helmet has to fit firmly now.
- Try helmet and goggles together, with no gap at the forehead.
- Replace it after a hard knock, even if you can't see any damage.
Buying advice
Which ski helmet fits you?
Compare use, fit and features step by step.
Which helmet for which young skier?
| Use | What matters | Your helmet |
|---|---|---|
| Ski school, first days | What mattersFirm fit, quick on and off | Your helmetLight helmet with a dial and a magnetic buckle that opens with gloves on |
| Wears glasses | What mattersRoom for the frames | Your helmetVisor helmet the maker says fits over glasses |
| Snow park, fast runs | What mattersLarger protected area | Your helmetClass A, ideally with a rotational protection layer |
| Cold days | What mattersWarm ears, closed vents | Your helmetEar pads and adjustable vents |
What to look for
| Question | In short | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Which size? | In shortMeasure the head | WhyRun a tape just above the eyebrows and ears. Pick the size whose range puts that number in the middle, so the dial has room either way. |
| Buy a size up? | In shortNo | WhyA helmet that is too big shifts in a fall and leaves the forehead exposed. Check the fit again every winter. |
| Do the goggles fit? | In shortTry them together | WhyThere should be no gap between helmet rim and goggle frame, and the goggles must not press on the nose. |
| Class A or B? | In shortB for the piste | WhyBoth meet EN 1077. Class A covers a larger area and resists penetration better; Class B is lighter and better ventilated. |
| A hat underneath? | In shortOnly a very thin one | WhyA thick hat changes the fit. On cold days, ear pads and closed vents do the job. |
Frequently asked questions
Do children have to wear a helmet?
Not everywhere. Italy has required one for everyone since 1 November 2025, and most Austrian provinces for children under 15. Germany and Switzerland have no such rule, so check the local rules before you travel.
When should a child's helmet be replaced?
After any hard impact, even if the shell looks fine: the foam inside may be crushed. And once it presses even with the dial wide open.
How tight should the chin strap be?
One finger between strap and chin. The side straps should meet in a V just below the ears.
What does rotational protection do?
Makers say a low-friction layer inside the helmet reduces the twisting force on the head in an angled impact. EN 1077 does not assess this.
Can my child wear a bike helmet on the slopes?
No. Bike helmets are certified to EN 1078 for different falls and leave the ears exposed to the cold. On the slopes your child needs an EN 1077 helmet.
Last updated: November 2026