St Gervais Mont-Blanc Ski Resort Guide
St Gervais Mont-Blanc, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 65km |
| Highest Lift | 2,350m |
| Resort Height | 850m |
| Nearest Airports | Annecy and Chambery |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
St Gervais Mont-Blanc
St Gervais Mont-Blanc offers a charming ski experience with breathtaking views. It combines traditional alpine culture with diverse slopes for all skill levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Mont-Blanc massif, St Gervais is an idyllic ski resort boasting over 400 kilometers of interconnected pistes. With its rich history and stunning scenery, it’s a favorite among both families and seasoned skiers.
The ski area of St Gervais Mont-Blanc is in the French Alps at an altitude of 850m, with 65km of marked runs.
St Gervais Mont-Blanc 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 St Gervais Mont-Blanc itself (65km 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, Les Houches, Megève and Passy Plaine Joux.
With ski lifts as high as 2,350m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in St Gervais Mont-Blanc is 10km long.
Snow and Weather
St Gervais typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 4 meters annually and snow depths often reaching 150 cm in peak season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates.
When will it snow in St Gervais Mont-Blanc?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for St Gervais Mont-Blanc.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
St Gervais Mont-Blanc Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 17 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 54 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 41 | 86km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 23 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 65km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 40km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 27 | |
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 | |
St Gervais Mont-Blanc Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,350m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,150m |
| Resort Altitude (St Gervais Mont-Blanc) | 850m |
| Max Vertical | 1,500m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Beginners | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The ski area of St Gervais Mont-Blanc features a variety of terrains across the slopes of the Mont Joly and Mont d'Arbois, reaching an elevation of 2,350 meters. Notable pistes include the long descent of the 'Bettex' and the challenging 'Les Chattrix', served by lifts such as the Mont Joly gondola and the Bettex chairlift.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in St Gervais Mont-Blanc
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see St Gervais Mont-Blanc Ski Schools and St Gervais Mont-Blanc Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain parks at St Gervais, including the fun park at Les Contamines, which offers various features for all levels. The varied terrain also provides ample opportunities for freeriding in the off-piste areas.
Location and Map
Where is St Gervais Mont-Blanc?
This ski resort is in the French Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to St Gervais Mont-Blanc is Annecy, 56 minutes drive away.
Chambery, Sion, Geneva, Lyon St-Exupéry, Grenoble, Lyon Bron, Turin Caselle, Berne and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.
Annecy is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Traveling to St Gervais Mont-Blanc is convenient via major airports like Geneva Airport, approximately 80 km away, or Chambery Airport, around 140 km. Regular shuttle services connect these airports to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 27 ski lifts are able to uplift 24,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 50km of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is St Gervais Mont-Blanc 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
For après-ski, St Gervais has a vibrant selection of bars and restaurants. Notable spots include the cozy 'Le Refuge' and the lively 'Le Café du Mont Blanc', perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
