Les Houches Ski Resort Guide
Les Houches, France
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 55km |
| Highest Lift | 1,900m |
| Resort Height | 1,010m |
| Nearest Airports | Geneva and Annecy |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Les Houches
Les Houches offers a charming ski experience in the heart of the Chamonix Valley. With a variety of slopes and breathtaking scenery, it's perfect for all levels.
Summary
Les Houches is a family-friendly ski resort located just a short drive from Chamonix. It features a mix of runs suitable for beginners and more experienced skiers, all set against the backdrop of the majestic Mont Blanc.
The ski area of Les Houches is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,010m, with 55km of marked runs.
Les Houches is part of the Ski Pass Mont Blanc area with access to 507 marked pistes, served by a total of 248 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Les Houches itself (55km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Ski Pass Mont Blanc ski resorts of Argentière, Chamonix, Combloux, Cordon, Le Tour, Les Contamines, Megève, Passy Plaine Joux and St Gervais Mont-Blanc.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'La Verte', which is 3km in length.
Snow and Weather
Les Houches typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
When will it snow in Les Houches?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Les Houches.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Les Houches Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 12 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 6 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 4 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 55km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 7km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 17 | |
Ski Pass Mont Blanc Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 66 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 206 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 155 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 54 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 248 | |
Les Houches Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,900m |
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| Resort Altitude (Les Houches) | 1,010m |
| Lowest Piste | 950m |
| Max Vertical | 950m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
The resort is part of the Chamonix Mont-Blanc ski area, boasting 55 km of pistes. Key runs include the famous La Verte and the challenging Les Houches downhill, with lifts such as the Prarion and Bellevue providing access to varied terrain and stunning views at elevations up to 1,900 meters.
Les Houches offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Les Houches
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Les Houches Ski Schools and Les Houches Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks at Les Houches, including the Family Park, which offers features for all skill levels. The diverse terrain also allows for exciting off-piste opportunities.
Location and Map
Where is Les Houches?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Bonneville, Haute-Savoie.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Les Houches is Geneva, 51 minutes drive away.
Annecy, Sion, Chambery, Grenoble, Turin Caselle, Lyon Bron, Lyon St-Exupéry, Berne and Milan Malpensa airports are all within three hours drive.
Annecy and Geneva are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Les Houches is easily accessible via Geneva Airport, which is about an hour's drive. Alternatively, you can reach the resort by train, with links to Chamonix providing convenient connections.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 17 ski lifts are able to uplift 16,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 12km of ski runs, with 110 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Les Houches open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Piste Map
Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Les Houches is relaxed yet enjoyable, with notable spots like the Bar du Mont Blanc and the cozy La Ferme des Agapes. Guests can unwind with drinks and local cuisine after a day on the slopes.
