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France - Ski Resorts

France is celebrated for its world-class ski resorts, offering a mix of terrains, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant après-ski. The French Alps, with iconic destinations like Chamonix and Val d'Isère, provide skiers and snowboarders with expansive runs and reliable snow conditions, making it a favorite among winter sports enthusiasts. Beyond the Alps, the Pyrenees and Massif Central also offer excellent skiing opportunities, catering to those looking for a less crowded experience.

Most Forecast Snow

Ski Resorts in France with most snow forecast in the next 7 days.
Ski Area 7 Day
La Pierre Saint Martin19in
St Pierre dels Forcats11in
Piau Engaly10in
La Joue du Loup9in
Les Angles9in
Ax les Thermes7in

Forecast updated : 17 Dec 2025 00:32 PST

French Snow Forecasts

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 Ski resorts for Beginners in France

Resorts like La Plagne and Les Gets are perfect for beginners, featuring gentle slopes and dedicated learning areas.

 Ski resorts for Families in France

Family-friendly resorts such as La Clusaz and Les 2 Alpes provide a range of activities beyond skiing, including snow parks and childcare services.

 Ski resorts for Experienced Skiers in France

For experienced skiers, Chamonix, Les Arcs and Tignes offer challenging terrains and off-piste options that will satisfy the most adventurous. These resorts are known for their accessible steep runs.

 Ski areas with off-piste, freeride and out-of-bounds terrain in France

Chamonix, known as the capital of extreme skiing, offers a vast expanse of off-piste opportunities, with expert guides available for safe exploration. Steep descents and varied terrain can be found in many other French ski areas, including Les Arcs, Espace Killy and Portes du Soleil.

 Ski Areas for reliable snow in France

Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe, guarantees excellent snow conditions throughout the long season. Its high altitude and extensive glacier skiing make it a reliable choice, among many others in the high French Alps.

Find out about the skiing in France, in our comparison of French Ski Resorts, below. Sort by suitability, altitude, piste length, etc.

 French Snow Reports

December 17, 2025

Significant Fresh Snow is forecast for Cerdagne Puigmal.

See all Snow Forecasts for France.

The Best Ski Resorts in France

Ski Resorts in France
Ski ResortTrailsTopBeginn.Interm.Experts
Abondance-6,562ft3*2*2*
Albiez Montrond-7,218ft---
Alpe d'Huez147 miles10,925ft4*5*5*
Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski-10,925ft4*5*5*
Annecy Mountains-8,530ft---
Argentière19 miles10,761ft2*4*5*
Auron84 miles8,038ft3*5*3*
Avoriaz81 miles7,480ft4*5*4*
Ax les Thermes47 miles7,562ft4*4*3*
Barèges75 miles7,710ft4*2*1*
Bernex Dent d'Oche-6,562ft---
Brides-les-Bains-10,499ft3*2*5*
Cambre d'Aze-7,546ft3*4*2*
Chamonix94 miles12,598ft3*5*5*
Champagny en Vanoise132 miles10,663ft4*2*1*
Chamrousse48 miles7,382ft3*1*1*
Châtel53 miles7,218ft3*2*1*
Cordon7 miles5,249ft4*4*4*
Corrençon en Vercors81 miles7,119ft1*3*2*
Courchevel93 miles8,990ft3*5*5*
Dévoluy62 miles8,202ft4*2*1*
Espace Diamant115 miles6,791ft4*5*3*
Espace Killy186 miles11,319ft3*5*5*
Espace Lumière-8,530ft4*4*3*
Espace San Bernardo97 miles9,186ft4*5*4*
Flaine87 miles8,202ft4*5*3*
Font Romeu32 miles7,218ft4*1*1*
Grand Massif165 miles8,202ft4*5*3*
Grande Galaxie-11,811ft5*5*5*
Isola 200075 miles8,563ft3*2*1*
La Chapelle d'Abondance47 miles5,906ft3*3*4*
La Clusaz78 miles8,530ft3*5*4*
La Forêt Blanche-9,022ft4*5*3*
La Grave1 miles11,811ft-2*5*
La Joue du Loup-8,202ft4*2*1*
La Mongie75 miles8,202ft3*2*1*
La Plagne140 miles10,663ft4*5*4*
La Rosière-9,186ft3*2*4*
La Tania93 miles8,990ft3*2*5*
Lac Blanc9 miles4,052ft---
Le Corbier56 miles8,596ft4*2*1*
Le Grand Bornand56 miles6,890ft4*2*1*
Le Grand Domaine-8,366ft5*5*4*
Le Pleynet62 miles7,874ft3*2*1*
Les 7 Laux Prapoutel62 miles7,874ft3*2*1*
Les Angles34 miles7,795ft4*3*1*
Les Arcs124 miles10,597ft4*5*5*
Les Carroz165 miles8,202ft3*3*1*
Les Contamines75 miles8,202ft2*3*2*
Les Deux Alpes137 miles11,811ft5*5*5*
Les Gets68 miles6,562ft4*4*3*
Les Houches34 miles6,234ft3*3*1*
Les Menuires99 miles10,499ft4*5*5*
Les Orres39 miles9,088ft2*4*1*
Les Saisies43 miles6,562ft3*2*1*
Les Sybelles149 miles8,596ft4*3*3*
Megève277 miles7,710ft3*2*1*
Mont Ventoux-6,234ft---
Montchavin-Les Coches134 miles10,663ft4*3*4*
Montgenèvre62 miles8,858ft3*5*4*
Morillon-8,202ft3*2*1*
Morzine66 miles8,071ft4*4*3*
Méribel93 miles9,678ft4*5*5*
Neiges Catalanes-8,858ft4*4*2*
Paradiski264 miles10,663ft4*5*5*
Peisey-Vallandry20 miles7,546ft1*5*1*
Pla d'Adet62 miles8,038ft3*2*1*
Portes du Soleil404 miles8,104ft4*5*5*
Pra Loup103 miles8,530ft2*4*1*
Prapoutel62 miles7,874ft3*2*-
Praz sur Arly37 miles6,791ft3*2*1*
Puy Saint Vincent37 miles9,022ft3*3*1*
Pyrenees 2 Vallées153 miles8,251ft---
Risoul112 miles9,022ft4*5*3*
Saint Martin de Belleville99 miles10,499ft2*4*5*
Saint-Lary Soulan62 miles8,251ft3*4*3*
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise19 miles8,596ft2*3*2*
Samoëns165 miles8,202ft3*2*1*
Serre Chevalier155 miles9,186ft4*5*4*
Ski Pass Mont Blanc-12,598ft4*5*5*
St Gervais Mont-Blanc40 miles7,710ft3*2*1*
Termignon22 miles8,136ft2*2*2*
The Milky Way-9,318ft4*5*4*
The Three Valleys373 miles10,499ft4*5*5*
Thollon-les-Mémises31 miles6,562ft3*3*2*
Tignes93 miles11,319ft3*5*5*
Tourmalet-8,202ft4*2*1*
Val Cenis50 miles9,186ft3*3*1*
Val Thorens87 miles10,499ft4*5*5*
Val d'Allos91 miles8,530ft2*3*1*
Val d'Isère93 miles11,319ft3*5*5*
Valfréjus32 miles8,990ft4*1*1*
Valloire93 miles8,530ft3*2*1*
Valmeinier93 miles8,530ft3*2*1*
Valmorel103 miles8,366ft5*5*4*
Vars-9,022ft3*2*1*
Vaujany29 miles10,827ft4*2*1*
Villard de Lans81 miles7,119ft3*2*2*
Villaroger65 miles10,584ft---

The Ski Resorts of France

Compare the top ski areas for ski area size, altitude, and suitability for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers.

 Top 10 Largest ski areas in France

The most extensive downhill ski areas in France, by total downhill piste length.

Largest ski areas in France
Ski ResortTrails
Espace Killy186 miles
Grand Massif165 miles
Les Carroz165 miles
Megève277 miles
Paradiski264 miles
Portes du Soleil404 miles
Pyrenees 2 Vallées153 miles
Samoëns165 miles
Serre Chevalier155 miles
The Three Valleys373 miles

 Highest altitude ski resorts in France

The highest altitude ski resorts in France, by base / resort altitude.

Highest altitude ski resorts in France
Ski ResortResort
Artouste-Fabrèges6,890ft
Arêches-Beaufort7,546ft
Corrençon en Vercors7,119ft
Gavarnie Gèdre7,874ft
La Plagne6,890ft
Tignes6,890ft
Val Thorens7,546ft

 Highest lift-served ski areas in France

The highest lift-served skiing in France, by the highest lift (top) altitude.

Highest lift-served ski areas in France
Ski ResortTop
Chamonix12,598ft
Espace Killy11,319ft
Grande Galaxie11,811ft
La Grave11,811ft
Les Deux Alpes11,811ft
Ski Pass Mont Blanc12,598ft

 Top 10 Best ski areas for Beginners in France

The best beginner ski areas in France, rated according to the availability of easy slopes and ski schools.

Best ski areas for Beginners in France
Ski ResortBeginn.
Grand Massif4*
Grande Galaxie5*
Jougne5*
Le Grand Domaine5*
Les Deux Alpes5*
Paradiski4*
Portes du Soleil4*
Saint Pierre de Chartreuse5*
The Three Valleys4*
Valmorel5*

 Top 10 Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers in France

The best intermediate ski resorts in France, rated by the length and number of easy to moderate ski runs.

Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers in France
Ski ResortInterm.
Alpe d'Huez5*
Espace Killy5*
Grand Massif5*
La Plagne5*
Les Arcs5*
Les Deux Alpes5*
Paradiski5*
Portes du Soleil5*
Serre Chevalier5*
The Three Valleys5*

 Top 10 Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders in France

The best ski areas for Advanced and Expert skiers and boarders in France, rated by the availability of steep pistes and/or the accessibility of freeride and off-piste terrain.

Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders in France
Ski ResortExperts
Alpe d'Huez5*
Chamonix5*
Espace Killy5*
Les Arcs5*
Les Deux Alpes5*
Les Menuires5*
Paradiski5*
Portes du Soleil5*
Saint Martin de Belleville5*
The Three Valleys5*

France

Our French Ski Resort pages include Skiing Facts, Snow Reports and Forecasts (for most major ski resorts), local accommodation and online ski hire booking (where available) for 296 Ski Resorts in France.

You can find the major ski stations listed on the Top French Ski Resorts page, ranked according to various criteria.