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    All roads lead to Les Houches ! And in the Chamonix valley, many have learned to ski here!

    Culminating at 1900m, the ski area of Les Houches is easily accessible via the Bellevue cable car or the Prarion cable car from the village of Les Houches (1000m), and also by the legendary Tramway du Mont-Blanc from Le Fayet (580m) or Saint-Gervais (820m).

    At its summit, enjoy an exceptional view of Mont-Blanc, the Bionnassay glacier and the Chamonix valley. Whether you are active or contemplative, you will appreciate our restaurants La Tanière, Le Hors Pistes, La Cha and the Hotel Restaurant du Prarion for perfect resting moments!

    At the foot of the roof of Europe, at the gates of Mont-Blanc, discover superb trails laid out in the forest which offer skiing on two faces and great enjoyment, both for beginners and experienced skiers. Take advantage of our fun areas such as the filmed slalom stadium or the Ski Camp, a real place of learning, discussion and games for children ! Les Houches is a true paradise for family skiing surrounded by nature!

    On the Les Houches village side, overlooking the Chamonix valley, test yourself on the legendary "Verte des Houches" slope, home to the prestigious Kandahar. This race, whose creation dates back to 1928 and whose arrival in Chamonix dates from 1948, is still one of the major events on the Ski World Cup calendar. Among its winners, no less than the greatest skiers in the world!

    On the Saint-Gervais village side, overlooking the Arve valley, find slopes that will give you the pleasure of skiing all day long, even taking part in the spectacle of the sun ending its day’s journey: moments as magical as unique.

    Finally, if you prefer walking, tobogganing, snowshoeing, or Nordic skiing, you will find something to fill you with your happy!

    For a day with friends or family, a discovery weekend or short stays, book online to save time!

    And take advantage of your stay to discover the other wonders of MONT-BLANC Natural Resort, the largest of the natural playgrounds !

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    Enjoy an outstanding family ski area !

    All roads lead to Les Houches ! And in the Chamonix valley, many have learned to ski here!

    Culminating at 1900m, the ski area of Les Houches is easily accessible via the Bellevue cable car or the Prarion cable car from the village of Les Houches (1000m), and also by the legendary Tramway du Mont-Blanc from Le Fayet (580m) or Saint-Gervais (820m).

    At the foot of the roof of Europe, at the gates of Mont-Blanc, discover superb trails laid out in the forest which offer skiing on two faces and great enjoyment, both for beginners and experienced skiers. Take advantage of our fun areas such as the filmed slalom stadium or the Ski Camp, a real place of learning, discussion and games for children ! Les Houches is a true paradise for family skiing surrounded by nature!

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    Frequently asked questions

    What are the opening dates of the ski area ?

    Find our opening schedule here.

    What ski pass gives me access to the ski area of Les Houches - Saint-Gervais ?

    The les Houchesskideal pass is a daily ski pass for Les Houches - Saint-Gervais, this product does not include the Tramway du Mont Blanc.

    Les Houches sector pass available from 4 hours to 21 days, is a 100% ski pass in Les Houches - Saint-Gervais with access to the Tramway du Mont-Blanc included.

    If you want to ski, visit and enjoy other benefits: choose the MONT Blanc Unlimited pass.

    Are there any restrictions ?

    Children can take the Prarion gondola and the Bellevue cable car from 6 months old under your responsibility.
    Pets are not allowed on the ski area, however they are allowed on a leash on the Prarion gondola and the Bellevue cable car.
    They are allowed on the pedestrian and snowshoe trails at Bellevue and Prarion.

    Pets are not allowed on the ski area, however they are allowed on a leash on the Prarion gondola and the Bellevue cable car.

    Disabled persons : handiski is possible on the ski area.

    Snowscoot, fatbike, sled: not allowed on the ski area.

    Useful information ?

    The travel time of the Prarion gondola is 8 minutes on average.

    The travel time of the cable car is 5 minutes on average.

    Are there special rates ?

    Children under 5 years old can access the area for free on presentation of a prrof of age, only at ticket counters.

    We do not have specific rates for job seekers & students.

    Disabled persons rates : inquire.

    How to get to Les Houches ?

    The GPS address of the Prarion gondola is 177, Place du Prarion 74310 LES HOUCHES, click Google map

    The GPS address of the Bellevue cable car is 61 place de la Fruitière 74310 LES HOUCHES, click Google map

    The Chavants parking lot is the closest to the site, the parking is free. Your pass gives you free access to the Les Houches bus network.

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    Opening status

    En temps réel :

    • Lifts ( 0 /15)
    • Trails (29/40)
    • visits (4/4)
    • 08:45 - 16:30

      TPH BELLEVUE

    • 08:45 - 16:30

      TC PRARION

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TSD MELEZES

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TS COUPE DU MONDE

      Closed for the season

    • 09:00 - 16:15

      TS CROZAT

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TS ECOLE

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TS KANDAHAR

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TS MAISONNEUVE

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TS SCHUSS DES DAMES

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TS VOZA-PRARION

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TK GRANDS BOIS

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TK MONT-BLANC

    • 09:00 - 16:15

      TK PLANCERTS

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TAPIS ECOLE

    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TLC COL DE VOZA

    • ECOLE.

    • MONT BLANC

    • ABBAYE

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • CHAMOIS.

    • FRIAZ

    • JORLAND RETOUR TELEPHERIQUE

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • LA CHA

    • LES AILLOUDS INTERMEDIAIRE LA CARBOTTE

    • LES AILLOUDS RETOUR TELECABINE

    • LES AILLOUDS SUPERIEUR COL DE VOZA

    • PISTE A LEON

    • BELLEVUE

    • COL DE VOZA

    • FONTAINE

    • GRAND BOIS

    • MAISONNEUVE

    • MUR EPINES INTERMEDIAIRE

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • MUR EPINES RETOUR TELEPHERIQUE

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • MUR EPINES SUPERIEUR

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • PLAN DU CRET SUPERIEUR

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • PLANCERTS

      Closed : Lack of snow

    • STADE CHAMOIS

    • STADE FIS

      Closed

    • STADE GRAND BOIS

      Ungroomed

    • TABLE D'ORIENTATION

      Closed

    • KANDAHAR INFERIEUR SHUSS BATTENDIER

      No return station Bellevue

    • KANDAHAR INTERMEDIAIRE

    • KANDAHAR SUPERIEUR LA CASSURE

    • SHUSS DES DAMES

      Not groomed

    • SNOWPARK.

    • BOARDER CROSS.

    • LUGE DES HOUCHES

    • RAQUETTES BELLEVUE

    • RAQUETTES/FOND PRARION

    • MELEZES

    • PLAN DU CRET INFERIEUR

    • PRAZ DRU

    • RAQUETTES BOUCLE DE LA CHARME

    • RETOUR PRARION

    • VARIANTE HOTEL

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    Weather

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    Morning
    5°
    Afternoon
    6°
    • Snow height 70 cm
    • Fresh snow 10 cm
    • Last snowfall: 3/20/23
    • Wind 9 Km/h
    • Avalanche risk

      Limited

    Last update: 3/23/23, 5:17 PM

    Morning
    6°
    Afternoon
    4°
    • Snow height cm
    • Fresh snow 0 cm
    • Wind 15 Km/h

    Last update: 3/23/23, 5:17 PM

    Morning
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    Afternoon
    -2°
    • Snow height cm
    • Fresh snow 3 cm
    • Wind 11 Km/h

    Last update: 3/23/23, 5:17 PM

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    Thursday, March 23, 2023
    Cloudy weather clearing up at times. Fine rain in the Préalpes in the evening. Variable winds, light at most places.
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    Webcam Les Houches - Saint-Gervais - 1900m

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    Accessibility

    • Children access Prarion : Over 6 months old + Bellevue : Over 12 months old.
    • Elderly access If medically fit.
    • Disabled access Prarion gondola: YES (skiing for the handicapped) 1 wheelchair per cabin + Bellevue cable car: NO (staircases).
    • Toilets Departure and arrival of both Bellevue and Prarion lifts.
    • Disabled toilets Arrival at Prarion.
    • Parking Yes free.
    • Pay-for lockers
    • Picnic room 1 at the top of the Prarion gondola, 1 at the top of the Bellevue cable car.
    • Animals Allowed in the Bellevue cable car and the Prarion gondola.
      Strictly forbidden on the ski slopes.
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    Timetables

    Les Houches timetables

    Period winter 2022-2023
    • Opening 08:45
    • Last departure for a return trip 16:15
    • Last ascent for one-way only 16:15
    • Last Descent 16:30
    • Frequency Continuous
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    Rates

    Les Houches - Saint-Gervais pedestrian rates
    Winter 2022-2023 rates
    • Bellevue or Prarion pedestrian tickets
    Round TripOne way trip
    Adults 15 to 64 years 21,00€ 17,00€
    Children & Seniors 5 to 14 years & 65 yeanrs & + 17,90€ 14,50€
    Family package 65,20€ -
    Specila offer Handisport & PMR Adults, children & seniors 10,50€ 8,50€
    2 adults "parents or grandparents" + Children from the same family : first 2 pay, the 3rd, 4th and 5th are free of charge (maximum 5)
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    Hôtel Restaurant le Prarion

    Open since Christmas 1928, the Hotel Restaurant "le Prarion 1860 meters" is located at the top of the ski slopes in Les Houches. Large sunny terraces and 360 ° panoramic dining rooms. View of the Mont Blanc, Aravis, Fiz and Chamonix valley chains…
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    La Tanière

    La Tanière has been open since 1990, and has since received visitors from all over the world. Homemade cuisine, based on Argentinian family recipes, served by a smiling and warm team…
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    Le Hors Pistes

    Arthur GRIZIVATZ has become the manager of the restaurant since winter 2018-2019. A native of the country, Georges HOTTEGINDRE represents the fifth generation of a family of high mountain builders, guides and ski instructors, restaurateurs and mountain hoteliers since 1928, on the Bellevue and Prarion mountains…
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    La Cha

    Restaurant Bar Snack altitude nestled in the heart of the Domaine at 1720 m altitude, very large panoramic sunny terrace, family and festive atmosphere, traditional home cooking…
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    La Chalette

    The La Chalette 1800 snack bar is located at the top of the Bellevue cable car. A few traditional and local "house" catering dishes accompany burgers, paninis and sandwiches. Simple and good.…
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    • 1 carpet + 1 télécorde
    • 23 trails
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