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LES HOUCHES | 1008 - 1860 m
Les Houches, in the Mont Blanc valley, is located not far from Chamonix. This resort, a magnificent village that has maintained all of its cachet, offers you yet another way to enjoy the mountains. Its setting and its choice of after-ski activities give you the means to discover an extraordinary region.
 
The ski terrain is outstanding, even if not perfectly suitable for beginners. The "La Verte" piste, where one event in the World Cup of Skiing is held, and the off-piste domain of Chamonix (to be explored with a guide) guarantee you an unforgettable holiday. Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices
 
Forest skiing.
Unique panorama.
Magnificent resort architecture.
Good access to resort.
 
Back-to-resort ski run is difficult for beginners.
Northern exposure of slopes.
 
Skiable area Facilities for children
After-ski activities Accessibility of the resort
Beginners Intermediate skiers
Experienced skiers Snow coverage
       
Skiable area
Village altitude : 1008 m
Minimum/Maximum altitude : 1008 / 1860 m
Les Houches : 25 slopes (55 km + 15 km Cross-country skiing )
Green ski slope for Learners. These are usually not marked trails, but tend to be large open, gently sloping areas at the base of the ski area.  4 slopes Blue ski slope are Easy. Similar to the North American Green Circle, and are almost always groomed, or on so shallow a slope as not to need it  5 slopes Red ski slopes are Intermediate. Steeper, or narrower than a blue slope, these are usually groomed, unless the narrowness of the trail prohibits it  15 slopes Black ski slopes are Difficult. Steep, may or may not be groomed, or may be groomed for mogul. It is worth noting that 'Black' can be a very wide classification, ranging from a slope marginally more difficult than a 'Red' to an icy mogulfield  1 slopes
Some of our products in Les Houches
Here is a selection of our best offers for this resort. To find out if these products are available please click here for Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices and we will indicate the products and prices that correspond to your holiday..
Eurogroup Club Royal Le Grand Balcon
Wooden chalets, refined decor, friendly atmosphere
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Hôtel du Bois, 3-Star
Friendly, warm, good cuisine.
 Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices
 
Les Balcons d'Anaïte
High quality, renovated, cosy apartment, fitness area
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Chalet du Bois, 3-Star
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Resort slopes                                  Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices
 
  No. of slopes : 25
  Total slope length : 55 km
  Longest slope : 3 km
  Max. vertical drop : 900 m
  Slope distribution :
Very easy : 4
 		    Easy : 5
 		    Intermediary : 15
 		    Expert : 1
 
Slopes in Massif du Mont Blanc
 
  Total slope length : 470 km
  Slope distribution :
Very easy : 29
 		    Easy : 47
 		    Intermediary : 67
 		    Expert : 29
 
Ski lifts in the resort
  No. Of tow lifts : 11
  No. of chair lifts : 4
  No. of cabin lifts : 1
  No. of cable cars : 1
  No. of funicular : 1
  Uplift capacity : 14680 people
     
Ski lifts in Massif du Mont Blanc
  No. Of tow lifts : 61
  No. of chair lifts : 37
  No. of cabin lifts : 10
  No. of cable cars : 4
     

Cross-country skiing itineraries

 
  In the resort : 15 km
     

Off-piste

 

Heli-ski :
 

 yes
 
Facilities specially for Children
  No. of day-care centres : 1
  Number of snow play centres : 1
  Number of nurseries : 1
     
Sports activities
  Parasailing : yes
  Icefall : yes
  No. of skating rinks : 1
     
Recreation & leisure                        Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices
  Libraries : 1
     
Night life
  No. of restaurants : 10
  No. of bars : 6
     
Stores - Services
 
  No. of self-service places : 3
  No. of post offices : 1
  No. of banks : 1
  No. of laundromats : 1
  No. of service stations : 3
  No. of bakeries : 3
  No. of butchers : 2
  No. of bookstores : 3
  No. of tobacco shops : 2
     
Health Care                                        Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices
 
  Nearest hospital Chamonix (5 km)
  Number of doctors 1
  Number of dentists 3
  No. of physiotherapists 1
Accommodations
 
  3-Star Hotels : 4
  2-Star Hotels : 7
  1-Star Hotels : 3
  Unrated Hotels : 4
  Homes : 2
  Cottages : 16
  Total capacity : 8500
     
Closest city : Chamonix
Distance from major cities
  Paris : 650 km Marseille : 600 km Lyons : 250 km
       
Airport
 
  Genève Cointrin resort at 90 kms 
resort shuttle service : yes
Transit time : 90
 
  Aéroport d'Annecy-Meythet resort at 86 kms 
Transit time : 55 min
 
Road access                                     Les Houches ski resort special negotiated prices
 
  Highway exit : Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
  Distance from exit : 18 km
  Road info tel.: : 00 33 4 50 53 05 51
  Michelin road map : 74
     
Train
  Closest train station : St Gervais
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