Portes du Soleil Ski Resort Guide
Portes du Soleil, Switzerland
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers and Intermediates. |
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| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Portes du Soleil
Portes du Soleil is a renowned ski area straddling the French-Swiss border. With over 650 kilometers of slopes, it offers something for every level of skier and snowboarder.
Summary
Portes du Soleil is one of the largest ski areas in the world, comprising 12 resorts. Its diverse terrain and stunning views attract winter sports enthusiasts from around the globe.
The ski area of Portes du Soleil comprises the ski slopes of 5 ski areas, including Champéry, Champoussin and Les Crosets.
The ski area includes 5 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 115 marked pistes, served by a total of 115 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Champéry, Champoussin, Les Crosets, Morgins and Torgon.
With ski lifts as high as 2,470m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Portes du Soleil typically enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 200 cm in winter. Snowfall can vary, but the extensive snowmaking facilities ensure great conditions; check J2Ski for the latest updates.
When will it snow in Portes du Soleil?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Portes du Soleil.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Portes du Soleil Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 115 | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 115 | |
Skiing
The ski area features multiple mountains, including the famous Avoriaz and Châtel, with elevations reaching up to 2,400 meters. Notable pistes include the long run from the Pointe de Mossettes and the popular lifts like the Prodains Express and the Super Châtel gondola, providing access to a variety of slopes for all skill levels.
Portes du Soleil offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding at Portes du Soleil is enhanced by several terrain parks, including the popular Stash Park in Avoriaz. Riders can enjoy features like jumps, rails, and a halfpipe tailored for all abilities.
Location and Map
Where is Portes du Soleil?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Portes du Soleil is Sion, 70 minutes drive away.
Berne, Geneva, Annecy, Chambery, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Turin Caselle, Lyon St-Exupéry and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.
The nearest major airport is Geneva Airport, approximately 1.5 hours away by car. Regular shuttle services operate from Geneva, making it convenient for travelers to reach Portes du Soleil.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 115 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Portes du Soleil open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Apres-ski options abound, with lively bars like La Folie Douce and restaurants such as Le Grange serving up local cuisine. For those looking to dance, the nightclub Le Cactus in Morzine offers a vibrant nightlife scene.
