Châtel Ski Resort
Châtel
Fee required
Parking available
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🚧 Some outdated lifts in Châtel and Morgins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, and church underground.

🏊‍♀️ 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.

🗺️ Tourist Office

Address: 14 route de Thonon, BP 40, 74390 Châtel.
Phone: +33 (0)4 50 73 22 44.
Email: digital@chatel.com.

Cost

💰 Ski pass prices vary by duration and age, family discounts available.
Example: 1-day adult pass €53, 6-day adult pass €286 (2025/26 prices).

Hours

🕒 Ski season: Provisional opening Dec 6, 2025; full opening Dec 20, 2025; closes Apr 19, 2026.
Tourist office: Mon-Fri 9am-12pm & 2pm-6pm, Sat 9am-12pm & 2pm-5pm, closed Sun.