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Situated down the valley from Chamonix town, Les Houches is the place to head when the weather closes in, with trees providing the best chance of shelter and visibility.

Mainly an area for beginners and families with mostly gentle slopes, Les Houches does however have the rather speedy La Verte Olympic downhill run if you fancy a challenge.

If you have the Chamonix Mont Blanc pass you can jump on the free busses to get their, something you’ll get used to quickly if you’ve not been to the Chamonix area before.

Off the slopes, apres and indeed much of anything is virtually non-existent. This is not the party or restaurant area of the Chamonix valley, but if you’re looking for a quiet location away from the hustle and bustle of Chamonix proper and easy access to some mellow slopes Les Houches is a great option.

Total ski area:55km
Pistes:​27
Number of Lifts: 17

1 day area pass:€49
6 day area pass:€246

Official website
http://www.chamonix.com/les-houches

Linked Areas::
Agentiere, Chamonix

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  By air
  Geneva is the closest airport to Les Houches and takes around an hour's drive. Chambery airport is only two hours drive away.

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  By road
  Follow the Autoroute Blanche (A40) motorway​. Pick up signs to Chamonix - Mont Blanc. If arriving from the South West, Les Houches is the first resort in Chamonix valley.

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  By train
  Chamonix is a train stop on the line connecting the main Swiss and French rail networks. Catch the TGV on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday direct to Chamonix - Mont Blanc. Outside of these days you have to change at Annecy. Sallanches train station is also nearby. Once in Chamonix, Les Houches is a 15 mins bus ride along the valley.



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