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Les Houches-Saint Gervais Resort Guide
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Dec 12
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Resort Guide
Les Houches/Saint Gervais is a ski resort located in the Chamonix Valley of Haute-Savoie, France, offering panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif. The resort features a varied ski area suitable for all levels, including the renowned Kandahar World Cup downhill run, and is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, tranquil village setting, and the “Famille Plus” label for tailored family services. Key amenities include modern ski lifts, access via the historic Mont-Blanc Tramway, and a range of activities year-round. Its unique blend of competitive ski heritage, scenic landscapes, and welcoming environment distinguishes it within the region.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Les Houches-Saint Gervais
Lifts
15
Skiable area
335.8 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(27 total)
Beginner
12
46% of terrain
Intermediate
12
45% of terrain
Advanced
3
9% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Aerial tram1
- Surface lift4
- Funicular1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Kitsch Inn – A popular après-ski bar and restaurant located at the base of the Les Houches ski area, Kitsch Inn is renowned for its eclectic décor, live music events, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and hearty food after a day on the slopes.
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Off-season · 539cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 549cm full-season avg
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5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~512.1 cm. That's 5% below the 5-year average (539 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 7% below the 30-year average (549 cm).
Les Houches-Saint Gervais Season Snowfall
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Les Houches-Saint Gervais Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 565cm with an average of 109 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 11% below this average (505cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 74cm | 14 days | 30cm | 67cm | 17cm |
| December | 103cm | 17 days | 92cm | 133cm | 21cm |
| January | 101cm | 17 days | 142cm | 180cm | 21cm |
| February | 89cm | 15 days | 177cm | 209cm | 20cm |
| March | 82cm | 16 days | 188cm | 216cm | 19cm |
| April | 56cm | 13 days | 166cm | 200cm | 14cm |
| May | 25cm | 7 days | 90cm | 144cm | 8cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 12, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Les Houches-Saint Gervais
- Where is Les Houches-Saint Gervais?
- Les Houches-Saint Gervais is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Les Houches-Saint Gervais?
- Les Houches-Saint Gervais runs from a base elevation of 1,000 m (3,281 ft) to a summit of 1,900 m (6,234 ft), giving a vertical drop of 900 m (2,953 ft).
- How big is Les Houches-Saint Gervais?
- Les Houches-Saint Gervais has 830 acres (336 hectares) of skiable terrain, 27 marked runs and 15 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Les Houches-Saint Gervais?
- Les Houches-Saint Gervais is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Les Houches-Saint Gervais get in a typical season?
- Les Houches-Saint Gervais averages 141 inches / 359 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
