Châtel Ski Resort Guide
Châtel, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 85km |
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
| Resort Height | 1,200m |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Châtel
Châtel is a charming ski resort located in the Portes du Soleil area. With a mix of traditional Alpine architecture and modern facilities, it caters to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Châtel offers over 650 km of skiable terrain, connecting with neighboring resorts in the Portes du Soleil. Its picturesque village atmosphere, combined with diverse runs, makes it a favorite among families and seasoned skiers alike.
The ski area of Châtel is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,200m, with 85km of marked runs.
Châtel is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area with access to 650km of downhill skiing, with 285 marked pistes, served by a total of 196 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Châtel itself (85km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Portes du Soleil ski resorts of Abondance, Avoriaz, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Grande Terche, Les Gets, Montriond, Morzine, Saint Jean d'Aulps, Champoussin, Champéry, Les Crosets, Morgins and Torgon.
With ski lifts as high as 2,200m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Châtel is 6km long.
Snow and Weather
Châtel typically enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great conditions, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow information.
When will it snow in Châtel?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Châtel.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Châtel Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 15 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 18 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 11 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 85km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 49km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 41 | |
Portes du Soleil Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 32 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 100 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 122 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 31 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 650km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 243km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 196 | |
Châtel Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
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| Resort Altitude (Châtel) | 1,200m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,100m |
| Max Vertical | 1,100m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The ski area in Châtel spans from 1,100 to 2,200 meters in elevation, featuring notable pistes like the Super Châtel and Linga. Key lifts include the Châtel gondola and the Linga chairlift, providing access to a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels.
Châtel offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Châtel
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Châtel Ski Schools and Châtel Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks at Châtel, particularly the 'Snowpark Châtel' which features jumps, rails, and boxes for all levels. The varied terrain offers ample opportunities for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Châtel?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Thonon-les-Bains, Haute-Savoie.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Châtel is Sion, 57 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Annecy, Berne, Chambery, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Lyon St-Exupéry and Grenoble airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Châtel is easily accessible via Geneva Airport, approximately 1.5 hours away by car. Alternatively, you can take a train to Aigle and then a bus to reach the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 41 ski lifts are able to uplift 41,630 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 3km of ski runs, with 237 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Châtel open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Piste Map
Talking about Châtel
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Châtel’s après-ski scene comes alive with options like the popular 'Le Châtel' bar and 'La Boussole' restaurant. For nightlife, 'Le 360' nightclub offers a lively atmosphere.
