La Clusaz Ski Resort

La Clusaz ski resort has long been a favourite ski holiday retreat for skiers from Annecy and Geneva. Situated in the Aravis mountain range, La Clusaz is a little gem of a ski resort and not as well-known among British skiers as some of its neighbours such as Avoriaz, Morzine and Chamonix. It’s a compact Alpine town with a respectable 132km of pistes, offering a small-village charm that feels more like an Austrian or Swiss ski resort. When it comes to the village, La Clusaz’s big pull is its traditional atmosphere. The village itself is at 1,100m altitude, but the peaks clustered around it reach above 2,500m, with lifts up to 2,470m.

La Clusaz ski resort is easy to reach – only 50km (about 1 hour’s drive) from Geneva. It’s good for beginner and intermediate skiing and also has an excellent snow record. More experienced skiers will be happy with the variety within La Clusaz. The best route is to first work your way out to the Col de Balme area, overshadowed by the spiky Pointe des Verres (2,616m). It’s a great space with leisurely slopes, several lifts and an easy cable car link to the Massif de l’Aiguille, from which you can ski to the resort’s other peaks and runs.

La Clusaz has something for everyone and a focus on families that many bigger ski resorts seem to forego. The toddlers in your group will be delighted with the tobogganing areas at Les Confins and especially at the Champ Giguet, which is right in the middle of the village.

Overall, La Clusaz is a very well-rounded ski resort, with a combination of great terrain, a good snow record and excellent skiing.

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

La Clusaz Transfer Time
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Best For...

  • Hidden gem
  • Stunning scenery
  • Traditional Alpine charm

Resort Statistics

  • Resort Altitude 1,100m
  • Skiing Altitude 2,500m
  • Total Ski Area 220km
  • Lifts 81
  • Green Runs 56km
  • Blue Runs 69km
  • Red Runs 71km
  • Black Runs 24km
  • Cross Country 150km

Ski Accommodation in La Clusaz, France

Our collection of La Clusaz 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 La Clusaz

Ski Areas in La Clusaz

La Clusaz is a fairly large resort, offering a total of 220km of slopes which it shares with its neighbouring resort of Le Grand Bornand to make up Les Aravis skiing area. Much of the skiing is best suited to beginners and intermediates with a few more challenging slopes for advanced skiers. The resort is situated at 1,100m with lifts that stretch up to 2,500m, meaning skiers are guaranteed snow-sure conditions up at the top all season long.

Skiing in La Clusaz

Skiing in La Clusaz

Beginners and intermediates will have a plethora of choices. With most runs coming in the form of wide blues, you won’t be struggling to get down the mountain. Advanced skiers will have a slightly harder time finding more challenging slopes and whilst there are some steeper reds and blacks that are usually filled with moguls, you will want to head over to La Balme to get to the more challenging freeride areas.

La Clusaz Ski Weekends
Snowboarding in La Clusaz

Snowboarding in La Clusaz

Overall, La Clusaz is better suited to skiers due to its large number of mogul paths. However, there are some nice cruisey blues that will be well suited to those who are mastering the basics. There is a terrain park in La Balme which can be enjoyed by freestyle boarders.

Ski Schools in La Clusaz

Ski Schools in La Clusaz

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 La Clusaz

Crèches in La Clusaz

La Clusaz is a perfect family resort and that is reflected in its childcare options. There are plenty of private nanny services, nurseries and ski clubs in the resort suitable for young children.

Restaurants in La Clusaz

Restaurants in La Clusaz

There is a good selection of restaurants in La Clusaz, most of which are lovely traditional-feeling alpine huts with a personal, family-friendly atmosphere and cosy settings to kick back and relax in. One of our favourites is La Ferme Restaurant, which serves traditional, hearty French cuisine in a very rustic chalet. La Cordee is another restaurant that provides wonderfully traditional food, with the menu’s highlight being its superb selection of pizzas.

Après Ski in La Clusaz

Après Ski in La Clusaz

Whilst La Clusaz is probably more suited to family skiing that doesn’t mean there isn’t still a lively après scene. One place to stop for a drink on the way home is Le Relais de l’Aiguille, proving a popular choice with skiers and boarders.

If you’re looking for non-stop party action all through the night, then L’Écluse and Le Bachal will provide DJ sets and live music into the early hours of the morning.

Non-Skiers in La Clusaz

Non-Skiers

La Clusaz as a town is on the whole best geared towards its alpine skiers, however, there’s still a nice selection of shops that make for a lovely afternoon spent indulging in some retail therapy in between cosy coffee stops. There is also an ice rink and swimming pool which provide fun alternative winter sport activity options on whiteout days. Non-skiers can also choose to catch a bus to Lake Annecy which has a beautiful old town to wander around.

Map of La Clusaz

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