From December through to February, snow blankets the massifs and turns the green plains into ski slopes. There are many resorts across the country, but they do not all offer the same standard of welcome. That is why Pointe de Sel has decided to help you choose where to go in the mountains in winter in France.
A winter mountain holiday is a bit like visiting Father Christmas. The smallest take their first steps in a magical setting. Snowflakes settle on their footprints and they get to sleep in a house that feels straight out of Saint Nicholas’ world. Meanwhile the older ones are determined to fly down the slopes — just before warming up around a hearty hot dish on a sunny terrace.
Add to that the purity of mountain air, which truly refreshes your lungs and clears your mind of stress and weight. Far from the bustle of France’s major cities, ski resorts invite relaxation and pleasure — the perfect way to celebrate the festive season for those lucky enough to be on the slopes at the end of December.
So where do you go in the mountains in winter in France to be sure of unforgettable moments?
Pointe de Sel is here to answer with a memorable stay around the Mont Blanc. More precisely, becoming a true mountain VIP for the duration of your winter holiday. With a fully equipped prestige chalet — from 90 m² to 400 m² depending on the property — and a wealth of activities, all included in a tailor-made stay available in the heart of Les Trois Vallées and Paradiski, in the heart of Savoie.
Rediscover Savoie with Pointe de Sel
Located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Savoie is a department whose capital is Chambéry. Each year, in summer and winter alike, Savoie welcomes tens of thousands of visitors. Their shared dream is to enjoy a restful, well-deserved holiday.
Pointe de Sel invites you to explore some of the most renowned resorts in Savoie and the world — for the variety of activities on offer, the sheer number of available pistes, and the standard of the welcome.
Each year, many holidaymakers wonder where to go in the mountains in winter in France, without knowing the advantages of Savoie. That is why Pointe de Sel invites you to drop your bags in the most iconic resorts close to Mont Blanc — at the most prestigious addresses, to give you a one-of-a-kind experience. Without forgetting the quality of the stay itself, planned 100% to suit your needs.
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Méribel
At the centre of Les Trois Vallées along with Courchevel, Val Thorens, Les Menuires and La Tania, Méribel is ideal for lovers of alpine sports. Considered one of the great strongholds of skiing in France and the world, Méribel offers no fewer than 600 km of pistes — perfect for young and old alike looking to clip on their skis. If you are after authenticity and comfort, Méribel is the place to go in the mountains in winter in France.
Just 2 hours from Lyon or Geneva and around 20 minutes by car from the TGV station, Méribel is accessible from every region of France. The resort has the Famille Plus label, so it is designed to delight parents and children throughout your stay.
Courchevel
Where to go in the mountains in winter in France if not the capital of skiing? The most renowned of the Savoyard resorts, Courchevel is made up of 5 villages and is part of one of Europe’s finest ski areas: Les Trois Vallées. The resort offers 96 pistes — 8 black, 34 red, 35 blue and 19 green — for a total of 150 km.
Courchevel is also very well equipped with mountain activities. So you and your group can enjoy memorable moments mixing emotion, relaxation, adrenaline and discovery.
La Plagne
Sporty and family-friendly, the resort is popular for the many activities on offer for visitors. La Plagne is home to the only Olympic bobsleigh track in France — for plenty of thrills with experienced specialists by your side.
Part of Paradiski, the third-largest ski area in the world, the resort gives you access to over 135 pistes, with 225 km of descents and 94 lifts. To reach a top bobsleigh speed of 150 km/h, La Plagne is the resort to go in the mountains in winter in France.
Les Arcs
Les Arcs has the distinct feature of an original architecture born of an avant-garde concept — for a stay in a striking setting. Suited to the whole family, the resort offers as many activities for the youngest as it does pistes for sport enthusiasts.
Special mention for the igloo village, a 400 m² space with an ice bar and ice cave. An unforgettable experience accessible directly from the resort. For an original stay, Les Arcs is the destination to go to in the mountains in winter in France.
Where to go in the mountains in winter in France to relax?
Holidaymakers wondering where to go in the mountains in winter in France for a restful break can rely on Pointe de Sel and our Savoie offers. The all-inclusive stays we deliver take all the logistical organisation off your plate: planning the activities, booking the equipment, cleaning the chalet, preparing meals, and so on.
You also have a wide range of activities to choose from when designing your stay. Among them, you can pick massages, yoga and many more.
Not to mention the absolute comfort of our chalets — fully equipped, with the ease reminiscent of the finest starred hotels.
Where to go in the mountains in winter in France for winter sports?
If you want to know where to go in the mountains in winter in France to be active, you have come to the right place. Pointe de Sel also offers a wide range of alpine sports activities, including the traditional cross-country skiing, sledging and snowshoe outings.
You also have access to experiences such as paragliding, bobsleigh, ski joëring and snow e-biking — all supervised and made safe by our local partners across the various Savoyard resorts.
Where to go in the mountains in winter in France for a stay of around 10 people?
Lastly, to the question “where to go in the mountains in winter in France for a large group?” the answer is: Savoie, with Pointe de Sel.
First, because most of our prestige chalets sleep up to 15 — while delivering optimal comfort. This makes it easy for large, multi-generational families to share a long stay in comfort, as well as groups of friends with children.
Savoie offers many resorts perfectly suited to young and old alike. Contact our Pointe de Sel advisers for more details. Our team will guide you to the best resort and the most suitable accommodation for your wishes and needs.
