
La Clusaz
Resort Overview
La Clusaz delivers an authentic Alpine experience across 125 kilometres of varied terrain spanning five interconnected mountains, reaching heights of 2,600m and offering one of the biggest vertical drops in the French Alps with over 1,500m of continuous descent. This traditional Savoyard village has maintained its genuine mountain character while developing world-class skiing facilities, attracting over 2.5 million visitors who appreciate its blend of challenging freeride terrain and extensive intermediate cruising. The resort forms the heart of the larger Aravis domain, which combines with neighbouring Le Grand Bornand to provide access to 210 kilometres of pistes, making it a substantial ski area by Alpine standards while preserving the intimate village atmosphere that sets it apart from purpose-built resorts.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
88
Total Area
125km
77.7 miles
La Clusaz Lift System
La Clusaz operates 49 strategically positioned lifts including 5 gondolas, modern high-speed chairlifts, and the world's first Telemix system that uniquely combines chairs and gondola cabins on a single installation. The lift network efficiently serves five distinct mountain sectors - Beauregard, Manigod, L'Etale, L'Aiguille, and Balme - with the system designed to follow the curve of the sun throughout the day for optimal skiing conditions. Modern installations transport skiers from the 1,100m village base to the 2,600m summit efficiently, while regular shuttle buses supplement the lift system with connections to Le Grand Bornand every 20 minutes. The infrastructure includes comprehensive snowmaking coverage across 88 hectares and 46 kilometres of pistes, supported by 213 snow cannons ensuring reliable conditions from mid-December through April.
Lifts
Total Lifts
49
Lift Types
8
Lift Breakdown
Location & Getting There
Located in the picturesque Aravis Valley of Haute-Savoie, La Clusaz sits just 32 kilometres east of the lakeside city of Annecy and within one hour's drive of Geneva Airport, making it one of the most accessible Alpine resorts for international visitors. The village occupies a stunning position beneath the jagged pink limestone peaks of the Massif des Aravis, surrounded by traditional Savoyard architecture and connected to the broader Alpine region including nearby Chamonix, Morzine, and Megève. This authentic mountain community maintains strong ties to local traditions, famous for its Reblochon cheese production and traditional Alpine farming heritage, while its proximity to wealthy Annecy ensures sophisticated dining and accommodation standards. The resort's strategic location provides easy access to other Aravis resorts via free shuttle services, with excellent road connections despite being off the main Autoroute Blanche corridor.
La Clusaz
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Season Info
La Clusaz typically operates from mid-December through April, with its predominantly north-facing slopes and extensive snowmaking system maintaining reliable skiing conditions despite the relatively modest base elevation of 1,100m. The resort benefits from the Haute-Savoie region's consistent snowfall patterns, receiving an average of 371cm annually, with optimal conditions typically found in January and February when natural snow combines with comprehensive artificial coverage. The varied terrain exposure across five mountains provides diverse snow conditions throughout the season, from wind-protected powder stashes in the Balme sector to sun-soaked cruising runs on L'Aiguille, while higher elevations above 2,000m preserve excellent snow quality well into late season. Peak conditions generally occur after fresh snowfall, when the resort's reputation as a freeride destination truly shines.
Current Season
2025-2026
Opening Day
12/13/2025
Closing Day
4/26/2026
Days Open
135
Annual Snowfall
Metric
7m
700cm
Imperial
23ft
276in
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