Northern Alps Ski Resorts

Alpe d'Huez

With long hours of sunshine, hence its name, 'the Island in the sun’

Avoriaz

The French ski resort of Avoriaz is part of the Portes du Soleil Ski Area with access to 650 individual pistes, served by 209 ski lifts.

Chamonix

Located in the heart of an exceptional site, at the foot of the Mont-Blanc

Chatel

Châtel has developed gradually over the years whilst maintaining its traditional village identity

Courchevel

Cornerstone of the 3 Valleys, the largest ski area in the world, Courchevel more than enough runs to satisfy every level of skier

Flaine

Comfortably located in the Haute-Savoie region, 1 hour from Geneva and 2 1/2 hours from Lyon

La Clusaz

Combines great skiing with the charm of a picturesque village.

La Norma

One of the most easily accessible Alpine resorts, just 9kms from the motorway

La Plagne

The French alpine resort of La Plagne consists of 6 high altitude resorts

La Rosiere

A purpose-built ski village at 1850 m, a snow-sure altitude, La Rosiere offers two massive snow bowls to ski - one in France, one in Italy.

La Tania

La Tania is a great, low-key way to experience the incredible skiing of the Trois Vallees.

A village like resort that links to the massive ski area of Meribel, Courchevel and the Three Valleys ski area

Le Grand-Bornand

Authentic mountain village combining traditions and tourist development.

Les Arcs

Huge amounts of varied terrain, coupled with new investment, means this popular French resort is re-establishing itself as a major player.

Les Contamines

This small, family-friendly resort is often overlooked, but is perfect if you like quiet and don't mind limited entertainment.

Les Deux Alpes

A great resort for beginners, experts, freestylers and party animals - popular with Brits.

Just an hour by car from Grenoble airport, the resort of Les Deux Alpes

Les Gets

A charming village with good local skiing and access to the Portes du Soleil ski area.

Between Lake Geneva and Mont-Blanc, in the heart of “Portes du Soleil” country.

Les Menuires

Les Menuires mixes Trois Vallees access with modern ski resort infrastructure and is pretty much perfect for families. Just don't mention the architecture...

Les Sept Laux

Les 7 Laux is one of the most accessible ski resorts of the Alps

Megeve

Megeve is heaven for skiers who like a change of scenery each day before being looked after in five-star style every evening.

The alpine resort of Megeve is a traditional village resort situated at the foot of Mont Blanc

Meribel

Its heavy Brit influence may keep purists away, but the pretty village, strong skiing and legendary partying makes this one of the big French Alp resorts.

Morzine

Morzine, plugge into one of Europe's largest linked ski areas.

Traditional slate roofs and sun-drenched stone walls; Morzine is proud of its unique village feel

Saint-Martin De Belleville

A traditional French village with access to the Trois Vallees ski area, the resort is a realistic, laid-back alternative to the big-hitters Courchevel and Val Thorens

Varied skiing and a guarantee of exceptional snow conditions thanks to the artificial snow system as well as the contours, allows all levels of skiers to have fun

Sainte Foy Tarentaise

The perennial bridesmaid to the Espace Killy bride, Ste Foy deserves the 'best kept secret in the Alps'tag.

All the charm of a mountain village close to the large ski areas of Tignes, Val d’Isère and les Arcs.

Samoens

Samoens is one of the more challenging of the five Grand Massif mountain range resorts, with stunning views and virtually no queues.

St Gervais

The ski resort of St Gervais is often popular with familys, looking for a cheaper resort to Megeve. Old-school spa town with similar architecture and views to its famous resort neighbour Chamonix.

Tignes

For the serious snow enthusiast, Tignes has it all. Take advantage of the amazing L'Espace Killy terrain before relaxing in the local bars and restaurants.

Val d'Isere

The "Most Beautiful Ski Area in the World." Beauty aside, this is one of the largest ski areas in the world.

Val Thorens

The highest resort in Europe, with access to the Trois Vallees, it's a good bet for early and late season skiing. A lively, cheaper alternative to its neighbours.

Valfrejus

Valmorel

The beautiful Valmorel offers the charm of a resort that respects its environment, nestled on the edge of forests.