Montchavin-Les Coches Ski Resort Guide
Montchavin-Les Coches, France
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Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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Total Piste Length | 215km |
Highest Lift | 3,250m |
Resort Height | 1,250m |
Nearest Airports | Chambery and Grenoble |
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Montchavin-Les Coches
Montchavin-Les Coches is a charming ski resort in the heart of the Paradiski area. With a mix of gentle slopes and challenging runs, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Nestled in the French Alps, Montchavin-Les Coches offers access to over 425 kilometers of ski runs. The resort is family-friendly and features a variety of accommodations and amenities for an enjoyable stay.
The ski area of Montchavin-Les Coches is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,250m, with 215km of marked runs.
Montchavin-Les Coches is part of the La Plagne ski area with access to 225km of downhill skiing, with 128 marked pistes, served by a total of 109 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Montchavin-Les Coches itself (215km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other La Plagne ski resorts of Aime La Plagne, Belle Plagne, Champagny en Vanoise, Plagne 1800, Plagne Bellecôte, Plagne Centre, Plagne Montalbert, Plagne Soleil and Plagne Villages.
With ski lifts as high as 3,250m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Montchavin-Les Coches is 15km long.
Snow and Weather
Montchavin-Les Coches typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snowfall updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate information.
When will it snow in Montchavin-Les Coches?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Montchavin-Les Coches.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Montchavin-Les Coches Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 13 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 30 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 80 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 10 | |
Downhill Total Length | 215km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 16km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 20 |
La Plagne Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 18 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 33 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 73 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 10 | |
Downhill Total Length | 225km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 85km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 109 |
Montchavin-Les Coches Altitudes
Highest Lift | 3,250m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,250m |
Resort Altitude (Montchavin-Les Coches) | 1,250m |
Max Vertical | 2,000m |
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Skiing
The resort is located at an elevation of 1,250 meters, with access to the La Plagne ski area. Notable pistes include the blue run 'Les Coches' and the red run 'L'Adret', with lifts like the Vanoise Express providing quick access to the larger Paradiski area.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Montchavin-Les Coches

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Montchavin-Les Coches Ski Schools and Montchavin-Les Coches Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts can enjoy the terrain park at Les Coches, which features various jumps and obstacles. The diverse terrain also offers ample opportunities for freeriding.
Location and Map
Where is Montchavin-Les Coches?
This ski resort is in the French Alps.
Map
Tap for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.
How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Montchavin-Les Coches is Chambery, 80 minutes drive away.
Grenoble, Annecy, Geneva, Lyon St-Exupéry, Lyon Bron, Saint-Étienne and Sion airports are all within three hours drive.
Montchavin-Les Coches is accessible via the nearest major airports in Geneva and Chambery. Both airports offer shuttle services and car rentals for a convenient journey to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 20 ski lifts are able to uplift 120,600 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 50km of ski runs, with 295 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Montchavin-Les Coches open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at popular spots like Le Bar des Neiges and La Table de l'Ours. For nightlife, check out the vibrant atmosphere at Le Ski Bar.