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Châtel ski resort offers access to the fantastic Portes du Soleil ski area. Go skiing in Châtel for peaceful slopes that are away from the crowds.

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    Châtel Ski Resort

    A traditional mountain village with modern amenities and superb skiing, Châtel ski resort is in the main part of the Portes du Soleil ski area. A delightful picturesque village, Châtel is an undiscovered gem in the French Alps.

    The state-of-the-art lift systems make it very easy to get around the mountain. You can access neighbouring ski resorts Avoriaz and Morzine by using the Linga gondola or head up to the Swiss side via the Super Châtel lift. A fantastic way to enjoy 600km of incredible skiing terrain.

    Châtel ski resort is 1,200m – 2,466m making it one of the more snow-sure skiing spots in the area. Châtel’s ski terrain is mostly suited to beginners and intermediates. There are, however, some fun tree runs and a few bowls for those who want to head off-piste.

    The village is spread out but has kept its traditional alpine charm. There’s a great selection of hotels and chalets to stay in with different price ranges. There are also plenty of off-snow activities, bars and restaurants to enjoy too. Perfect for families, this ski resort has excellent crèche and ski school facilities which are available to keep kids busy during the day and evening. If you fancy trying Nordic skiing, there’s a dedicated centre in the valley between Châtel and the neighbouring village La Chapelle d’Abondance.

    The best airport to fly to is Geneva, with an easy one hour twenty minute transfer time to Châtel. Perfect for getting the most of your time out on the mountains.

    Call our ski experts today to find out more about Châtel ski resort.

    Châtel Transfer Time
    Geneva
    Map Marker 1h 20m

    Best For...

    • Families
    • Traditional Alpine charm
    • Tree skiing

    Resort Statistics

    • Resort Altitude 1,200m
    • Skiing Altitude 2,466m
    • Total Ski Area 600km
    • Lifts 201
    • Blue Runs 320km
    • Red Runs 210km
    • Black Runs 70km
    • Cross Country 216km

    Ski Accommodation in Châtel, France

    Our collection of Châtel ski accommodation has been hand-picked by our ski experts. Whether you’re looking for a luxury escape, a boutique hotel or something suitable for the whole family, our experts would be delighted to help you find the perfect accommodation for your ski holiday.

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    Ski Areas in Châtel

    Ski Areas in Châtel

    Châtel ski resort is nestled in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski region; a vast ski area with 600km of skiing to enjoy. Sitting at 1,200m and with lifts going as high as 2,466m, fantastic snow conditions are guaranteed all season long. With a large area of varied runs, there is enough skiing to satisfy all levels – making it the ideal ski destination for families and mixed-ability groups.

    Skiing in Châtel

    Skiing in Châtel

    There is a vast amount of options for skiing in Châtel ski resort, as the Portes du Soleil ski area is on your doorstep. Avoriaz, Morzine and Torgon are but a few of the nearby ski resorts which are easily accessible. In Châtel ski resort itself, skiing is separated into two different mountains: Super-Châtel and Linga. Beginners will find lots of easier slopes around Châtel ski resort but advanced and intermediate skiers will most likely want to venture out into the Portes du Soleil to find more challenging pistes and freeride terrain.

    Snowboarding in Châtel

    Snowboarding in Châtel

    Beginner boarders will have a good time cruising around Châtel’s greens and blues, whilst intermediates and advanced boarders will soon be keen to venture out to the Portes du Soleil. Freeriders will have plenty of tree runs and a few bowls to discover but may want to head to Avoriaz for more extensive powder runs. Châtel’s terrain park is best suited to beginner and intermediate riders, whilst experts will want to head over to freestyle paradise Avoriaz.

    Ski Schools in Châtel

    Ski Schools in Châtel

    With many ski schools and instructors to choose between, there really is something for everybody.

    We’ve partnered with New Generation and Oxygène and highly recommend their services. All of our partners offer fantastic lessons for all ability levels.

    Book your ski lessons with our recommended suppliers. If you’re travelling during a peak week be sure to book these well in advance.

    Crèches in Châtel

    Crèches in Châtel

    Châtel is a family-orientated ski resort, providing access to a good range of childcare options. ESF and Châtel Sensations both offer child ski lessons starting from three years old. For non-skiing children, there is Les Mouflets, who will look after children as young as four months. There are also private nannies in resort who can offer additional services such as evening babysitting.

    Restaurants in Châtel

    Restaurants in Châtel

    With lots of hotels in Châtel ski resort, there are several reputable hotel restaurants that serve a range of international and local cuisines. For a mix of traditional Savoyard and contemporary cuisine head to either Le Vieux Four or La Poya. La Ripaille is one of the most popular restaurants in Châtel located opposite the Linga gondola. On the mountain, La Leiche is a quaint little gastro-bar with a real log burner, serving classic, hearty lunches which visitors to the French Alps will love.

    Après Ski in Châtel

    Après Ski in Châtel

    Châtel ski resort has been able to retain an authentic French feel to its après ski with several great bars and nightclubs. La Godille, Nazca Bar and L’Avalanche are the most popular bars in resort which everyone flocks to after the last run.

    Non-Skiers in Châtel

    Non-Skiers

    Spectacular walks and easy access to the surrounding ski resorts and areas mean that non-skiers will not have a hard time finding things to do. For those that have a car; Evian, Geneva and Thonon are nearby pretty towns which are ideal for a day excursion. There is also a leisure centre which offers facilities for guests to indulge in some rest and relaxation.

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