Châtel Ski Resort
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Châtel is a traditional Savoyard ski resort nestled in the expansive Portes du Soleil area, offering access to 650 km of pistes across the Franco-Swiss border. It's known for its picturesque village, family-friendly atmosphere, and diverse skiing terrain for all abilities, complemented by a vibrant après-ski scene and various off-slope activities.

📜 Traditional Savoyard ski resort in the Portes du Soleil area.
🔍 Offers a vast network of slopes and family-friendly atmosphere.

Why Go

⛷️ Access to 650 km of pistes across Franco-Swiss border
🎉 Vibrant après-ski scene and off-slope activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Plus certified resort with child-centric facilities
🏞️ Stunning views and picturesque village charm

Why Avoid

📉 Modest local skiable vertical range (90 km local pistes)
🚧 Some outdated lifts in Châtel and Morgins
crowds during peak periods

🅿️ Parking

Multiple car parks including Pré la Joux, Linga, Barbossine, Vonnes lift ticket office, and church underground. Pay and display options available. Charging station for 2 electric wheels at Tourist Office.

🏊‍♀️ Aquatic Center

Forme d’O Aquatic Centre with pools, slides, and wellness facilities.

⛸️ Ice Skating

Ice skating rink available.

🎳 Bowling

Bowling alley available.

🎬 Cinema

Cinema available.

🛷 Sledding

Three safe sledding runs for all ages.

Cost

💰 Ski pass prices vary by duration and age, family discounts available; e.g., 1-day adult pass €53.

Hours

🕒 Ski season: Provisional opening Dec 12, 2025; full opening Dec 20, 2025; closes Apr 19, 2026.
Tourist Office: Daily 8:30 am-7 pm (Dec 20, 2025 - Apr 19, 2026); Mon-Fri 9 am-12 pm & 2 pm-6 pm, Sat 9 am-12 pm & 2 pm-5 pm (Apr 20 - Jun 25, 2026).

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