Serre Chevalier

Overview

Sat along the Guisane Valley, it’s mainly dominated by 4 main ski stations. Each village has its own appeal, Briancon at 1200m is good for non-skiers, Chantemerle at 1350m is a bit quieter and good for family ski holidays, Villeneuve at 1400m has the most active apres and Monetier at 1500m is the most picturesque and great for romantic skiing holidays.

Skiing in Serre Chevalier

In addition to the local 250km of pisted runs you can also purchase a Grand Galaxie skiing area lift pass to cover Serre Chevalier, La Grave, Les Deux Alpes and Puy Saint Vincent. It's not linked to any other resorts by lifts, nor buses to Alpe d'Huez or Les Deux Alpes. The closest resort to to Serre Chavalier is Montgenevre or La Grave. Serre Chevalier is a good size with more than 10 access points to the slopes. It's the fifth largest ski area in France, after the Three Valleys, Portes du Soleil, Espace Killy and Paradiski. Serre Che is little known for skiing holidays by the Brits, however it offers fantastic skiing for all, thanks to its north facing slopes and variety of terrain. Beginners will find a selection of slopes close to the resort and intermediates will be happy with the very long sweeping blues and reds of up to 10km to play on. Advanced skiers may like the off-piste action on the Olympic Luc Alphand or moguls at Le Bez.

Snowboarding in Serre Chevalier

Described by some as one big funpark for boarders, Serre Chevalier is one of the best places to snowboard in the Alps. Opportunities are endless with bowls, banks, gullies, flats, hits, kicks and a huge natural fun park. The best area to enjoy freeride runs along Le Grand Serre Chevalier range between Briancon and Le Monetier.

Accommodation in Serre Chevalier

Serre Chevalier has some chalets, but mainly consists of hotels and apartments. Check out our skiing holidays in Serre Chevalier today

 

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