Peak Elevation
1,900 m
6,234 ft
Vertical Drop
950 m
3,117 ft
Skiable Area
55 ha
135.9 ac
Avg Snowfall
330 cm
130 in
Lifts
17
Les Houches - Saint-Gervais Weather Forecast
About
Les Houches sits at the mouth of the Chamonix valley, its lifts linked with neighbouring Saint-Gervais across the Bellevue plateau. Fifteen lifts serve about 55 km of pistes from 1,000 to 1,900 metres, much of it tree-lined runs off the Prarion and Bellevue tops. The front face holds the Kandahar, a World Cup downhill course 3,343 metres long with an 870 metre drop.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Compagnie du Mont-Blanc
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Les Houches - Saint-Gervais have?
Les Houches - Saint-Gervais has 17 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 12,000 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Les Houches - Saint-Gervais?
Les Houches - Saint-Gervais has a vertical drop of 3,117 feet (950 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Les Houches - Saint-Gervais?
The summit of Les Houches - Saint-Gervais sits at 6,234 feet (1,900 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Les Houches - Saint-Gervais have?
Les Houches - Saint-Gervais has 22 marked trails, totaling roughly 34.16 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Les Houches - Saint-Gervais?
Les Houches - Saint-Gervais covers 135.9 acres (55 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Les Houches - Saint-Gervais offer night skiing?
Yes, Les Houches - Saint-Gervais offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does Les Houches - Saint-Gervais have snowmaking?
Yes, Les Houches - Saint-Gervais has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Les Houches - Saint-Gervais get each year?
Les Houches - Saint-Gervais averages around 130 inches (330 cm) of snowfall per season.
