Here, the sun rises in Switzerland and sets in France, or maybe it’s the opposite…
” But one thing is certain, skiing is bound by no borders here! From a charming little village to a big, trendy resort, every day in Portes du Soleil is filled with amazing encounters, opportunities to explore new slopes and admire spectacular views.
The Portes du Soleil Experience
From the majestic Mont Blanc to the towering Dents du Midi, from Valais AOP raclette to Abondance AOC cheese, all the ingredients are in place for a perfect journey across two countries… on skis!
AUTHENTIC & UNIQUE, SURPRISING & FRIENDLY, NIGHTTIME & ORIGINAL, EXPERIENCE the Portes du Soleil.
Map of the slopes
The first cross-border ski area
As well as being the first Franco-Swiss cross-border ski area, the Portes du Soleil ski area is also one of the biggest ski areas in the Alps. Between France and Switzerland, you can expect fantastic scenery and a revitalising getaway!
Two countries, two currencies, two ways of life, one language but with different, melodic accents and the same love for the mountains.
And, the 12 resort-villages – some traditional, some ahead of their time – that make up this region, all showcasing the wonderful way of life in the Chablais mountains. This special location within the ski area means that skiers can explore a diverse range of places as they ski. A chance to travel across borders but within your holiday destination, for a bucolic, contemplative, sporty, and gourmet exploration for people of all ages.
You’ll find all sorts of winter sports and something for everyone in Portes du Soleil!
An Alpine ski area with endless possibilities
You’ll have access to 600 km of slopes and 208 ski lifts across the ski area’s 12 Franco-Swiss resorts. There is also a wide range of winter sports on offer at the ski area thanks to the slopes devoted to new disciplines, ski touring trails, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing tracks, dog-sledding and snowmobile rides, etc. Boredom is never likely to cross your mind! On the slopes, you can start skiing in France and end up in Switzerland, and vice versa.
If you’re a beginner, don’t worry, there are slopes for all levels of ability in the Portes du Soleil ski area in the French and Swiss Alps:
- green slopes that are ideal for learning the ropes
- blue slopes to get going at your own pace
- red slopes when you’re ready to move on to the next level
- and black slopes for sporty skiers looking for a thrilling experience.
