France

Les Houches

Les Houches · Saint-Gervais · Prarion · Bellevue (Chamonix)

Les Houches/Saint-Gervais – Prarion/Bellevue (Chamonix) is a ski resort in France with 55 km of marked pistes, 15 lifts, a top elevation of 1900 m.

55 km of pistes
45% easy   45% medium   9% hard
1900
m summit
900
m vertical
15
lifts
€59
day pass
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Les Houches

Les Houches is a ski resort in France. It offers around 55 km of marked pistes served by 15 lifts. The skiable terrain rises from 1000 m at the base to 1900 m at its highest point, a vertical drop of 900 m.

The skiing and terrain

Les Houches’s pistes break down into 25 km of easy (blue) runs, 25 km of intermediate (red) runs, 5 km of difficult (black) runs. With a high share of gentle terrain, it is a forgiving mountain for building confidence.

Who it suits

Beginners and families are well catered for here, with plenty of nursery and blue terrain to progress on.

Season and snow

At a summit of 1900 m, conditions are best in the heart of winter; check recent snow reports before booking. As with any resort, snow cover varies year to year, so it is worth confirming conditions close to your trip.

Lift pass and getting there

A day pass costs in the region of €59. For the latest pricing, multi-day deals and opening dates, check the resort’s official channels before you travel. Compare Les Houches with other resorts using our ski resort directory.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Les Houches/Saint-Gervais – Prarion/Bellevue (Chamonix)?

Les Houches/Saint-Gervais – Prarion/Bellevue (Chamonix) has around 55 km of marked pistes and 15 lifts.

How high is Les Houches/Saint-Gervais – Prarion/Bellevue (Chamonix)?

The resort reaches 1900 m at its highest point, with the base at 1000 m.

Is Les Houches/Saint-Gervais – Prarion/Bellevue (Chamonix) good for beginners?

Yes — roughly 45% of the pistes are easy runs, making it a friendly choice for beginners.

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