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New to French mountains? Here's everything you need to know
Are you thinking of swapping Austria or Switzerland for France this winter? What a brilliant idea. The same Alps, the same snow, but larger ski areas, better value for money and much closer than you might think.
From Brussels, Amsterdam or London, you can reach the slopes in just a few hours.
Here’s everything you need to organise your first skiing holiday: how ski pass schemes work, where to hire your equipment, which resorts are best for beginners, and why choosing France for your skiing holiday is the best option!
Access
Closer than you think
Geneva, Chambéry, Grenoble : most French resorts are just 1-2 hours away, whether you fly, drive or take the train from Brussels, Amsterdam or London.
Ski area
A mountain for every kind of trip
From the vast Three Valleys and Paradiski to small, authentic villages tucked into the Alps : France offers it all, at a scale that suits you.
English-speaking staff
No language barrier here
Ski schools, resort staff, rental shops : English (and often Dutch) is widely spoken across French resorts.
How it works
First lift pass? We’ve got you.
Package deals, equipment hire, lessons… It’s simpler than it looks. Here’s everything you need to know before you set off.
