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Ski Club Reps – NEW for 24/25! Serre Chevalier
With incomparably pure air, exceptional snow conditions and 300 days of sunshine a year, welcome to Serre Chevalier Briançon, the largest ski area in the Southern Alps!
Although that sunny statistic may make some snow lovers nervous, Serre Chevalier’s north facing slopes, reaching high with a big proportion above the tree line, together with extensive snow making capabilities (more than 490 guns covering more than 158 hectares of trails on lower slopes, make the resort relatively snow sure).
Located close to the Italian border, Serre Chevalier (“Serre Che”, as it’s known to its friends) is made up of mountain villages linked to the town of Briançon; its base is spread out for 6km (4 miles) along the Guisane Valley floor from the old town of Briançon, Europe’s highest and the location of France’s first ski school in 1902, up to the Col du Lautaret. The resort has tried hard to avoid the ‘concrete-monolith-mentality’ of some of the other big French resorts, and there is a good proportion of traditional buildings and authentic architecture in the villages, despite Serre Chevalier’s success and inevitable growth.
The three mountain villages which make up the valley of Serre Chevalier link up with the town of Briançon, with fortifications classified UNESCO World Heritage, to form the largest ski area in the Southern Alps: Serre Chevalier Vallée. This is a 410-hectare area with endless larch forests for really great skiing. Winter sports, thrilling sensations, relaxation and culture combine to charge up your batteries! It’s the ideal combination for a revitalising winter of sport and culture in our authentic and unspoilt valley in the heart of the French Alps.
If you are looking for a winter escape that offers something for everyone in your family, you might want to consider Serre Chevalier, one of the largest and most diverse ski resorts in Europe. We, @clauandben_skitravels, spent two days in this charming resort, and here is what we loved about it.
Serre Chevalier boasts 410ha of ski terrain and 250km of marked runs, making it the largest resort in the southern French Alps. The ski area is divided into four villages, each with its own character and atmosphere, but all linked by slopes and lifts. You can ski from one end to the other in one day, if you are up for the challenge.
The resort offers a variety of slopes for all levels and preferences, from gentle greens to steep blacks, and from wide open pistes to tree-lined trails. On our first day, we were lucky enough to experience a heavy snowfall, which created amazing powder conditions. We had a blast skiing through the trees, with snowflakes as big as golf balls falling from the sky.
One of the advantages of Serre Chevalier is that 80% of the slopes are located above 2,000m, which means that the snow quality is usually excellent and reliable. The resort also has a modern and efficient lift system, with a new chairlift installed in December 2023.
Our favourite slope was Clot Gauthier 29, a red run that was perfect for carving. It was a wide and smooth piste, with a nice gradient and a beautiful view of the valley.
One of the highlights of our trip was the food. Serre Chevalier has a great selection of restaurants and cafes, both in the villages and on the mountain. Here are some of the places we tried and loved:
Serre Chevalier is not known for its wild nightlife, but it does have some nice bars and pubs where you can enjoy a drink and some music after a day of skiing. The après scene is quieter than some of its neighbours, which makes it ideal for families, but if you are looking for some more action, you can check out these places:
We, @clauandben_skitravels, had a wonderful time in Serre Chevalier, and we would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a ski holiday in France. The resort has something for everyone, from the skiing to the food, and from the scenery to the culture. It is a charming and authentic place, with a friendly and welcoming vibe. We can’t wait to go back and explore more of this amazing resort.
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Ski Club Reps devote their time in the mountains to ensuring our members have an exceptional experience both on and off the slopes. They organise group social ski days, assist with booking mountain guides for deeper exploration, and help members enjoy local dining and nightlife at various bars and restaurants. Ski Club Reps work tirelessly to showcase resorts around the world to enthusiastic skiers. Whether it’s in North America or Europe, maximise your ski experience with a Ski Club Rep this winter!
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