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Serre Chevalier Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 26
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Resort Guide
Serre Chevalier is a major ski resort located in the French Alps, stretching across several villages from Briançon to Le Monêtier-les-Bains. The resort offers 250 kilometers of ski slopes, a variety of terrain for all levels, and a blend of alpine charm with modern amenities. Signature experiences include extensive tree-lined runs, high-altitude skiing, and natural hot springs, while the resort’s atmosphere combines authentic mountain village life with a vibrant après-ski scene. Key amenities include a large lift network, family-friendly facilities, and a range of accommodation and dining options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Serre Chevalier
Lifts
68
Skiable area
1013 ac
Longest run
9 km / 5.6 mi
Runs by difficulty(82 total)
Beginner
45
55% of terrain
Intermediate
26
32% of terrain
Advanced
11
13% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola7
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed 619
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair7
- Triple chair1
- Surface lift60
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
La Grotte – A renowned après-ski bar located at the base of the slopes in Villeneuve, La Grotte is celebrated for its energetic atmosphere, live music, themed parties, and spacious sun terrace, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the mountain.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 377cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 411cm full-season avg
377cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~339.3 cm. That's 10% below the 5-year average (377 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 17% below the 30-year average (411 cm).
Serre Chevalier Season Snowfall
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Serre Chevalier Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 495cm with an average of 121 snowfall days per season. 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 |
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| November | 85cm | 16 days | 35cm | 66cm | 21cm |
| December | 82cm | 17 days | 83cm | 110cm | 20cm |
| January | 74cm | 16 days | 114cm | 137cm | 17cm |
| February | 58cm | 14 days | 133cm | 154cm | 16cm |
| March | 65cm | 16 days | 143cm | 162cm | 16cm |
| April | 57cm | 15 days | 127cm | 154cm | 14cm |
| May | 35cm | 12 days | 71cm | 118cm | 11cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
63 days scored, from 22 Feb
49
Best Day
15 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4322 Feb
- 3423 Feb
- 2824 Feb
March 2026
- 4915 Mar15cm
- 4314 Mar4cm
- 4331 Mar4cm
April 2026
- 411 Apr
- 362 Apr
- 333 Apr
March scored highest for Serre Chevalier in 2025-26. Based on 63 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 7, 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 Serre Chevalier
- Where is Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier runs from a base elevation of 1,200 m (3,937 ft) to a summit of 2,830 m (9,285 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,630 m (5,348 ft).
- How big is Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier has 1,013 acres (410 hectares) of skiable terrain, 82 marked runs and 68 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Serre Chevalier get in a typical season?
- Serre Chevalier averages 236 inches / 600 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
