Les Houches is located in the Haute-Savoie region of France.
The ski area of Les Houches goes from about 950 m at the lowest point to 1,900 m at the top lifts.
Les Houches is a French village and is part of the Chamonix Mont Blanc ski area.
The ski season in Les Houches generally runs from early December to early April.
Les Houches usually has good snow from December to early March, especially on higher slopes aided by snowmaking, while lower areas and late-season skiing can be less reliable.
From Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble, or Chambery airports, you can reach Les Houches by private transfer (fastest and most convenient), shared transfer (cheaper, slightly slower), or public bus/train (slowest but budget-friendly).
We offer both shared and private transfers to Les Houches.
The transfer from Geneva Airport to Les Houches takes about 1 hour and is the most popular option because it is the closest airport,, while transfers from Lyon and Grenoble take around 2–2.5 hours, and from Chambery about 1.5 hours.
Les Houches is considered ideal for families due to its relaxed atmosphere and is a perfect place to begin your skiing journey, with gentle slopes that make it especially suitable for beginners.
Les Houches has over 80 English-speaking instructors who can teach skiing, snowboarding, and more. If you’re planning to visit and don’t know how to ski, there’s no need to worry, the instructors are ready to help you get started.
Les Houches has many ski-in, ski-out places to stay, so you can get to the slopes easily right from your accommodation.
Les Houches is a ski resort with slopes for all levels, from gentle green runs up to challenging black ones.
Les Houches is great for intermediate and advanced skiers, offering a variety of challenging runs. Advanced skiers can enjoy pistes such as Verte des Houches and Grand Bois, while intermediate skiers can try the Belle Vue run, which also offers stunning views.
Les Houches has snowparks and freestyle areas where skiers and snowboarders can practice jumps, rails, and tricks.
Because of its relaxed and friendly apres-ski scene, Les Houches offers a quieter atmosphere, making it ideal for those who enjoy a more laid-back vibe.
Renting ski or snowboard equipment in Les Houches is simple, with plenty of shops and rental options to choose from.
In Les Houches and Chamonix, you can get a local pass for just that area or a Mont Blanc Unlimited pass to ski all lifts in the Chamonix Valley and nearby resorts in Italy and Switzerland.
In Les Houches, you can do lots of fun things besides skiing, like snow tubing, ice skating, climbing, visiting animal parks, trying forest adventure courses, hiking, biking, taking cable car rides, relaxing by the lake, and enjoying concerts or events.
Les Houches village has a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops where you can eat, drink, and buy essentials, ski gear, or souvenirs.
Les Houches is suitable for snowboarders and freestyle skiers, with wide slopes, easy areas for beginners, and a snowpark for tricks and jumps.