Where is Les Gets located in the French Alps?
Les Gets is a resort village in the Haute-Savoie region of the French Alps, forming part of the Portes du Soleil ski area. It is located on a mountain pass between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc.
Are there ski schools and English-speaking instructors in Les Gets?
Yes, Les Gets has several ski schools with English-speaking instructors, including ESF UK, LGS (Les Gets Snowsports), and Ski Beyond. ESF has many British instructors, and Ski Beyond is a British-run school covering Les Gets and the wider Portes du Soleil area.
Is Les Gets suitable for beginners and families?
Yes, Les Gets is perfect for beginners and families, with a charming village, easy and intermediate ski runs, and direct access to the Portes du Soleil ski area. There’s also plenty of kids’ activities like skating and sledging.
How long is the transfer from major airports to Les Gets?
From Geneva (GVA) it takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, from Chambery (CMF) around 1 hour 30 minutes, and from Lyon (LYS) roughly 2 hours 15 minutes. Travel time can vary depending on traffic, road conditions, and whether you take a shared or private transfer.
Do you offer shared and private transfers to Les Gets?
Yes, AlpNav offers both shared and private transfers to Les Gets. You can choose a cost-effective shared transfer with multiple drop-off points or a private, with standard or premium vehicles.
How do I get to Les Gets from Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble, or Chambery airports?
To reach Les Gets from Geneva, the easiest option is a direct ski transfer, a shared shuttle, or a private transfer. From Lyon or Grenoble, you can take a train to Cluses and then a local bus to Les Gets, while from Chambery Airport, driving or taking a taxi is quickest, though you can also […]
How snow-sure is Les Gets during the winter season?
Les Gets is moderately snow-sure, with lower-altitude areas like Le Pleney sometimes experiencing patchy coverage in warm weather. For more reliable snow, especially early or late in the season, higher-altitude slopes in nearby Avoriaz are recommended and easily accessible.
When does the ski season start and end in Les Gets?
The ski season in Les Gets generally starts in mid-December and runs until late April. Exact dates can vary each year depending on snow conditions, with some early- or late-season lifts occasionally opening outside this period.
Is Les Gets part of the Portes du Soleil ski area?
Yes, Les Gets is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area, one of the largest linked ski domains in the world, with 12 resorts across France and Switzerland.
What is the altitude of Les Gets ski resort?
Les Gets ski resort is set at a base altitude of 1,172 meters (3,845 feet), with its highest slopes reaching up to 2,002 meters (6,568 feet).