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• January 02, 2012
  lawrence Kormornick from United Kingdom
  

  Chatel is a vision of heaven on earth and provides a superb family skiing holiday. The Chablais mountains set around the winding Abondance valley and the Dranse pounding its way to Lac Leman. The mountains are loaded with snow and the skiing is superb all around Chatel and the Portes du Soleil; a photographer's dream. The village looks so pretty up the winding Bechigne and then looking back towards Mont Chauffe and the Cornette de Bise, and then towards Mt Grange and the peaks of Linga, one marvels at the magical hand of nature. Keep Chatel special and enjoy this little piece of heaven on earth. Bonnes Vacances!

• Chatel Ratings

  Based on 15 votes. Vote

  Access: 4.5 (1) At least one overnight stop, (2) requires a whole day, (3) requires more than half a day – you may have time for a few turns (4) arrive by lunchtime and ski all afternoon, (5) there is a main airport within an hour of Chatel.	Public Transport: 3.6 (1) There are no buses or taxis to Chatel, (3) there are slow or infrequent buses / trains available, (5) getting to the resort is easy with frequent bus / train connections.
  Scenery: 4.7 (1) An ugly resort in a bland setting, (3) average mountain views and resort, (5) a spectacular setting and a beautiful / historic resort town.	Accommodation: 4.8 (1) No places to stay in/near Chatel, (3) a few places to stay in the resort, (5) a wide variety of accommodation suitable to suit all budgets.
  Cheap Rooms: 4.2 (1) No budget accommodation available, (3) just one or two hostels so book ahead, (5) several cheap hostels and pensions available.	Luxury Hotels: 4.1 (1) No luxury accommodation available, (3) just one or two luxury hotels so book ahead, (5) several up-market hotels in Chatel.
  Ski in/Ski out: 4.1 (1) The ski area is located far from any accommodation, (3) a free ski bus takes you to the ski area in a short trip, (5) Ski-in ski-out accommodation is available.	Childcare: 4.2 (1) There are no child care facilities at Chatel, (5) the resort has excellent child-care facilities including at least one reasonably priced creche.
  Snowsure: 4.6 (1) Occasionally gets enough snow for skiing, (2) is often closed due to a lack of snow, (3) occasionally suffers from a lack of snow, (4) rarely suffers from a lack of snow, (5) Chatel is snowsure even in the poorest seasons.	Snowmaking: 4.7 (1) Chatel relies entirely on natural snow, (3) there are just a few snow cannons, (5) there are snowmaking facilities on all pistes.
  Snow Grooming: 4.9 (1) There are no snow groomers at Chatel, (3) occasionally some pistes are left ungroomed and in a poor state, (5) all the runs at Chatel are groomed daily.	Shelter: 4.4 (1) there is nowhere to ski when it is windy or visibility is bad and lifts often shut, (3) there are some trees for poor visibility but main lifts sometimes close, (5) Chatel is mostly in forest where you can ski in flat-light and windy days, lifts rarely close.
  Nearby options: 4.4 (1) If snow conditions are poor at Chatel, it will be poor everywhere nearby, (3) there are good alternatives within an hours drive, (5) other locations on the same lift pass provide a rich variety of snowsure ski conditions.	Regional rating: 4.5 (1) Chatel usually has poor snow conditions compared to other resorts in region, (3) has average conditions for the region, (5) usually has the best snow conditions in the region.
  Lift Staff: 4.6 (1) The staff at Chatel are rude or unhelpful, (5) lift staff at Chatel are pleasant, cheerful and eager to help.	Crowds/Queues: 4.1 (1) the resort is always busy and there are usually long lift queues, (3) it is quiet apart from occasional weekends and school holidays, (5) it is uncrowded and lift queues are very rare.
  Ski Schools: 4.7 (1) No ski schools available, (2) one or two ski schools but local language only, (3) a few ski schools but book early for multi-lingual instructors, (4) plenty of ski schools and multi-lingual instructors available, (5) excellent ski schools with friendly multi-lingual ski instructors.	Hire and Repairs: 4.9 (1) Nothing can be sourced, not even ski-wax or ptex. (3) there are some ski shops but rentals need to be booked in advance, (5) good quality ski equipment can be purchased or hired and overnight repairs are possible.
  Variety of pistes: 4.8 (1) The ski runs are featureless and unvaried, (3) the ski runs are varied but not extensive enough for a week, (5) Chatel has diverse and interesting pistes including forests and high alpine terrain.	Beginners: 4.6 (1) Beginners can only watch others ski and snowboard, (3) a few gentle slopes but beginners will get bored in less than a week, (3) Vast areas of gentle terrain.
  Intermediates: 4.9 (1) No intermediate terrain at Chatel, (3) intermediate skiers will get bored after a few days, (5) vast areas of cruising runs.	Advanced: 4.3 (1) Nothing for advanced skiers and snowboarders, (3) enough steep terrain for a few days with some good offpiste, (5) Enough steep terrain and offpiste areas to entertain advanced skiers for at least a week.
  Snow Park: 4.0 (1) Not even a kicker at Chatel, (3) average sized park quite well looked after, (5) huge park area and expertly crafted pipes, jumps and boardercross trails.	Off-piste: 4.2 (1) No off-piste worth mentioning, (2) off piste is out-of-bounds, (3) some varied offpiste that stays fresh for one or two days, (5) a vast array of off-piste routes that can stay untracked for several days.
  Cross-country: 4.0 (1) There is nowhere to go for cross-country skiing around Chatel, (3) there are some cross country trails available, (5) the area features many spectacular and well maintained cross-country trails.	Luge/Toboggan: 2.6 (1) No designated luge or toboggan runs, (3) there are toboggan runs that open quite often, (5) Chatel has long and well maintained luge / toboggan facilities suitable for all ages.
  Mountain Dining: 4.7 (1) Nowhere to buy food by the pistes, (3) some places to eat up on the mountain but they are often busy and expensive, (5) there is a variety of excellent mountain eateries right next to the slopes to suit all budgets.	Eating: 4.9 (1) Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. (5) A wide variety of places to eat and drink in the resort, from fast food to fancy restaurants.
  Apres-Ski: 4.3 (1) Nothing to do, not even a bar, (3) there are a few bars in the resort but nothing special, (5) clubs and bars stay open until very late and have a friendly atmosphere.	Other Sports: 3.4 (1) No sports facilities at all apart from ski lifts, (3) resort has just a small public swimming pool, (5) resort has all kinds of sports facilities, including a full-size swimming pool.
  Entertainment: 3.7 (1) Besides the snow and walking there is nothing to do here, (3) the non-skier will find things to do for few days but may become bored after a week, (5) the resort area is a fascinating place to visit, regardless of winter sports.	Winter Walks: 4.1 (1) Very limited walking and no snowshoe trails, (3) a couple of designated scenic walking/snowshoe trails, (5) extensive and diverse winter walking trails for all abilities.
  Ski Pass Value: 4.6 (1) A 1 week ski pass is overpriced compared to the number of lifts available, (3) the ski pass is averagely priced and covers a reasonable number of lifts, (5) ski passes are excellent value for money and cover a lot of lifts spanning a big area.	Value (National): 4.4 (1) Overall, Chatel is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the country and not worth the money, (3) overall represents average value for money, (5) overall offers the best value resort in the country.
  Value (Global): 4.6 (1) Overall, Chatel is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world, (3) overall it offers pretty average value for money compared to resorts from other countries, (5) internationally the resort offers excellent value for money.

  Based on 15 votes. Vote

• December 13, 2011
  Ray Hutchins from United Kingdom
  

  Chatel is open and ready for Christmas 2011. The new 6 man express Rochasson lift has replaced the old wooden 2 man rickety lift. The webcams have been updated and the Rochasson webcam is now full HD and panoramic so you can see Plaine Dranse and the snow conditions clearly.
  Chatel is our favourite resort in the Alpes as it combines the friendly atmosphere of the fantastic village of Chatel with clearly defined pisted runs and fantastic off piste skiing when the conditions allow. Looking at the forecast for the week commencing 12th December, the snowfall is looking fantastic, so we can't wait to get out there on the 17th of December with the family for a great week of skiing finishing with Christmas day at the end of the ski week.
  checkout Chatel for a great family skiing holiday.

• November 02, 2011
  nigel emery from United Kingdom
  

  We had a fantastic family skiing holiday in April 2010. We stayed with 2 other families in a chalet. We used Alpine quest. The accommodation was luxurious and the food amazing. They took care of the needs of 8 staving kids as they came off the slope each day. It was the best skiing holiday we have had in the region. We normally stay in Avoriaz due to the convenience and altitude. Chatel is so much nicer to stay in and it only takes 30 minutes to ski over to Avoriaz. The area above Super Chatel is relatively quite and is ideal for intermediates. We drive over to Tougin to try out an area we had not skied before. As we skied in the afternoon and it was April the snow was very poor and the lack of chair lifts was a pain. The area is serviced by drag lifts, which is unusual for PS as you get used to fast chair lifts. We have booked to go back again in 2012.

• April 23, 2011
  Garry Haywood from United Kingdom
  

  As a Chatel holiday resident for 27 years I'd just like to say what a fantastic job the pisteurs have done this season which has been one of the worst in the Alps for many a year. But with a combination of a big investment in snow canons and very hard work from the pisteurs the skiing has been great, I've only just left the resort on the 22nd April and the skiing was still good. Well done guys.

• February 21, 2011
  Jacski55 from United Kingdom
  

  Just returned from a one week skiing holiday in Chatel and despite reports that there isn't much snow in the French Alps, we had the best time ever. There is still a fair amount of snow around the village and the runs are amazingly good considering the lack of new snow. The French certainly know how to make the most of what they've got and I'd say 80% of the runs were open. Couldn't get over from Super Chatel to Morgins as the top slope faces directly south and had hardly any covering at all but all the Chatel and Super Chatel slopes were fantastic. Been skiing in Chatel for over 10 years and the best thing is that very little changes year on year - no new tower blocks springing up, just the odd tweak here and there. A 6 day Portes du Soleil pass now costs €209 which has hardly changed from 3 or 4 years ago so very good value still. Restaurant prices are not cheap and food up the mountain is still expensive but worth it for the views that surround you. Great mix of slopes and still my favourite place to ski.

• January 24, 2011
  Sean from United Kingdom
  

  Stayed at the 'Chalet Lac de Vonnes' in Chatel, with hosts Darren and Tracy. Six of us altogether and have stayed in few catered chalets. This was the best hosted chalet. Every day Darren accompanied us and guided superbly, it's great not having to stop at every chair and think "where next" as Darren did all this for us. Tracy came out too and she's no mean skier either. There's a wide mix of skiing covering all standards. The town is a good mix of bars and restaurants - not really set up for the 18 ~ 25 yr old clubbing set - and all are really friendly too.
  All in all, we had a fantastic time and will definitely go back to stay with Darren and Tracy.
  Darren, you're gonna need a bigger place for next season!

• December 28, 2010
  Brian Evans Ski Degrees from France
  

  As a chalet operator in Chatel and Chamonix, I have to say that Chatel can top any of the Top Ten ski destinations, with easy access to the Portes du Soleil, some fantastic off-piste and runs to suit all abilities.
  With reasonably priced food and drink and a really alpine village feel it really is a little gem.

  Take the time Summer or Winter and I promise you will be back time and time again.

• December 22, 2010
  Adam from United Kingdom
  

  I've skied all over Europe including 4 seasons as a ski guide in 3 Vallees, Val d'Isere and Portes du Soleil. I now return every year with family and friends to Chatel staying with Glen and Francis at Alpine Quests. Chatel is without doubt the best base to explore the PDS. A totally unspoilt alpine village, ideal for mixed group abilities and families and with a good snow record and a short transfer time. No package holidays here which makes Chatel less busy than other ski areas. Glad those 'in the know' stay away in favour of Val d'Isere and 3 Vallees as it means no lift queues and a better quality skier in Chatel.

• December 13, 2010
  John from United Kingdom
  

  Chatel is a fantastic genuine alpine village all year round. Quiet at the end of the ski season and summer but a great base for skiing both in Chatel and the Portes du Soleil during the winter with walking and biking at other times. Very handy for summer touring too.

• August 05, 2010
  Paul from United Kingdom
  

  We have stayed in Chatel for our last 3 skiing holidays. The village is exactly what all Alpine villages should be, picturesque with beautiful shops, bars and restaurants. We used to stay in Morzine but find that has now become too much like an English town, and enjoy the 'Frenchness' of a real Alpine village. The skiing here is fantastic, the local Super Chatel area is beautiful and ideal for beginners and people taking it easy (although there are a lot of drag lifts there) and the Linga and Pre La Joux areas are just a couple of lifts away from other places such as Avoriaz and Switzerland with plenty of skiing for the whole family. We always holiday in early April and the snow has always been fantastic (apparently it's to do with the micro climate?) We have stayed with a company called The Alpine Chalet Company for the last 2 years and they are fantastic, they pick us up from the airport, cook and take care of us all week, and their chalet (and hot tub!) is beautiful...just booked again for next April, and can't wait..!!

• April 19, 2010
  Sally from United Kingdom
  

  A reviewer has really managed to lower the tone of the Chatel resort review section. It is clear the Agence Majestic, Mrs Miggins, and everyone who works for the above are crooks and are not to be trusted. Which is a shame because Mrs Miggins used to be a respected brand. To everyone else, please ignore the horrible comments posted by Lulabelle and rest assured that Chatel is a lovely place to visit on holiday ;0))

• April 09, 2010
  Victoria from United Kingdom
  

  Well done to a recent reviewer. You have really lowered the tone of this review section. You have given a really bad impression of both your business and your resort. If your aim is to keep tourists away from Majestic and Chatel, then carry on the good work!

  To everyone else, please try to ignore the petty bickering and read the genuine reviews.

• March 18, 2010
  Lulabelle from France
  

  The comment made by another reviewer is unjust.

  Even though they had paid to take the final clean, this would have been for a 4 hour cleaning service. However, the chalet, in Chatel, was left in an unacceptable condition. Used contraceptions had been found floating in the toilet and there was rubbish throughout. Bathrooms were left with mud in the shower base. The cleaning ladies spent in excess of 6 hours cleaning this chalet.

  They had rented a Prestige property and arrived to a property to Prestige standard of cleaning. They had no respect for this chalet, would they have treated their homes in the same way?

  The agency is a professional concern and I can assure you no "scams" are carried out at any time from any agencies within Châtel.

  They are right though Châtel (Chatel) is an amazing village, Majestic Immobilier is a busy and professional agency and I ask that you are not put off by such small mindedness, especially when their standard of hygiene left something to be desired!!!

• January 27, 2010
  Chiara from United Kingdom
  

  We just came back from a superb winter holiday in Châtel / Haute Savoye / France.

  The village is amazing, really nice food and all the people we met there were very helpful and nice (and they speak good English!) And yes... brilliant skiing for all ages and levels!

  The chalet we rented was fabulous, very well furnished and almost everything was in good working order. We really had a great time. The bath tub, in the late afternoon, was exactly what we needed to recover from the intense activities and get ready for the next day!

  The only thing I would like to signal here is to beware of Majestic Immobilier (real estate) services and keep an eye open on all agencies there.

  We decided in advance to pay an additional fee ( € 280) to get the place cleaned by the agency on the last day.

  All went well until we came back, when we discovered the agency charged us the extra unreasonable fee of € 120 claiming the premises weren't clean enough (!?) and that the money will serve to repay for 2 broken glasses (although we separately paid for an insurance that should cover breakages up to € 3000).

  We are all working professionals and we treated the property really well. We always removed the shoes downstairs and cleaned all the dishes before we left the chalet. We even hoovered the lounge a couple of days before leaving for it not to get too messy.

  We are really disappointed about the service we received, the tone of the email that was sent and we are thinking not to ever go back to Châtel in the future.

  It's incredible the sort of scams you can get even in such amazing places!!!

• January 18, 2010
  Jo from United Kingdom
  

  We've been going to Chatel (well, a small village nearby called Chappelle d'Abondance) for 5 years in a big family group and it's fantastic. Brilliant skiing for all ages and levels. We go with a company called skiaddiction. They have a lovely chalet or deals with a couple of small local hotels. They pick you up from station or airport (although we've also driven which is perfectly possible), they organise everything, ferry you around if you need it, throw in a few days 'ski leading' for advanced skiers and generally make sure everyone has a good time. The Chatel / Chapelle area is very unspoilt and less expensive than some of the more touristy places. Going again in early April - can't wait.

• March 26, 2009
  Victoria from United Kingdom
  

  Chatel is a lovely resort. It is very picturesque and family friendly.

  I have been to Chatel for the last 5 years or so and I have always been able to find snow. It’s a great base to access the whole of the Portes du Soleil, with easy links to Avoriaz and beyond, and I have no trouble finding new places to go even after all this time. The runs are also beautiful and there is plenty of manageable fun off-piste. There is also an amazing selection of restaurants, which I am slowly working my way through.

  A word on drags – Yes, there are a few in the Super Chatel area, but really, they’re not horrendous and some of them get you onto some fab runs, both on and off-piste. I snowboard and ski at an average level and I have no problems.

• January 29, 2009
  Dave Hitch from United Kingdom
  

  We just returned from an excellent week at Chatel and just wanted to give a little advice to other snowboarders. It was our first time there and had heard that there were lots of drag lifts. We found that the only place that they were unavoidable was in the Super Chatel and Morgins areas - which is a pity as there is a huge amount of unmolested off-piste in these sectors.

  The rest of the area near to Chatel (Linga, Pre La Joux and Avoriaz) is far more boarder-friendly and we were able to rack up huge amounts of slide time from the quick chair lifts. Again, all these areas have loads of easy off-piste and some of the best tree runs I have had anywhere in the Alps - though we were told by a season worker that the snow has been particularly ample this year and a lot of the lower areas have been a bit rocky and bare in previous years

  We will be going back for sure and hoping for a few lift upgrades.

• January 27, 2009
  Jenny Truff from United Kingdom
  

  Some friends and myself have just spent a fantastic week in Chatel at chalet L'Optraken run by Steve Hutchinson Adventures, which is a private family run business. The couple who run this chalet, Steve (Hutch) and Becky met us at the airport and looked after all our needs, from guiding us around this fantastic area which is absolutely huge, to even taking us to the bar in the evening. The food was fantastic and the chalet very clean. Nothing was a problem. This was our first time in Chatel but we are definitely going to come back, hopefully very soon

• January 26, 2009
  Adam from United Kingdom
  

  My Family and I also stayed at the ClubHotel Soldanelles at Chatel. We were there from 9 Jan 09 for 7 days. The food was excellent, the weather fantastic and the piste conditions were very good considering there hadn't been a major dump for three or so weeks. All members of staff were helpful, polite and great fun, there were also two school parties staying at the hotel; they had different breakfast and dinner sittings so you hardly noticed they were there. The local lift pass at Chatel is good for beginners and people who enjoy drag lifts (or are scared of heights) otherwise get the full area pass. Hope to return soon.

• January 23, 2009
  Garry from France
  

  Chatel is a great resort and one of my best investments when I bought a chalet there 24 years ago. However, my one big gripe is that there is virtually no service from the lift operators other than switching the lift on, thereafter the lift operator watches whilst chairs smash into the back of peoples legs or their great speciality of looking idly on at snow encrusted chairs (of which there have been many days this year) so that by the time you reach the top of the mountain you're wet through having sat in a pile of snow for 10 minutes. It would really make a major difference to the quality of the experience at Chatel if they could provide a little bit of service.

• January 13, 2009
  Paul from United Kingdom
  

  We stayed in Chatel for new year 2008/9, at the ClubHotel Soldanelles (Rocketski Hotel). We had heard mixed reviews of the hotel before we departed but found the hotel to be clean and tidy, the staff excellent and the food very good and very plentiful. The only word of caution here is that there were no school parties in the hotel when we stayed but there were programmed to be 100 school kids the following week - I suspect the experience would be very different for those unlucky enough to be sharing the hotel with that many children. Chatel itself is a nice little resort, if quiet. We skied in Super Chatel the first day which is OK (apart from too many drag lifts) to get those skiing legs back. Threreafter we took the ski bus up the valley to Linga where the skiing was much better and gave access to a much greater area. A tip here is to arrive early and leave early - no later than 3.30PM to avoid very large queues for the bus back which on our first day took over an hour to get home - madness. Food on the mountain is very expensive (not helped by current exchange rates) but it was too cold to contemplate picnics.
  All in all, Chatel is a great resort and with good snow conditions gives access to a massive area. We will definitely go back.

• December 06, 2008
  Darren & Alpinebreaks.com from France
  

  The season has started early with the lifts opened at Pre Le Joux already and pretty much the whole Portes du Soleil opening as of next weekend. The snow forecasts from any website for this region have not been accurate at all - the last 48hrs has seen at least 50cm of snow in Chatel village alone!

  See you soon, Darren

• December 05, 2008
  Lin & Pip Willcocks from France
  

  Update on the snow at Chatel - started falling 2 weeks ago and there's loads of the beautiful white stuff now. Pre La Joux lifts opened last weekend (30/11) and will open again this weekend, ahead of schedule. Open full time from 13th Dec - and the slopes are so quiet. This is the time to ski at Chatel.
  Over the last 30 years we've skied Stateside and Europe and Chatel is by far our favourite - beautiful village, reasonable prices and vast linked ski area to suit all levels.

• October 20, 2008
  Peter Huge from United Kingdom
  

  We visit every February half term from West Wales. Having skied for over 30 years at places ranging from communist Bulgaria to Morzine and St. Moritz, I feel that Chatel is a great place to ski and is quite reasonable for our family of four. The trick is to rent an apartment cheaply, drive out and the whole holiday including accommodation (#350), ferry/tunnel(#70), fuel (#250), tolls (#80), lift passes (#250) for 6 days can cost little more than a thousand pounds with your own equipment. This leaves a little money to visit some of the quality small restaurants tucked away in the outlying areas and on the quieter parts of the slopes. Most of the staff are really helpful and polite. We ski Chatel only and are now considering the more expensive lift pass to explore further but 650km of pistes (plus off-piste) should be ok for most at the start. Try it and have a great time. Peter and Lyn Huge

• October 20, 2006
  Susan from United Kingdom
  

  Christmas 2005 - My first time skiing at 45 years of age left me a little apprehensive. I had only ever viewed a ski resort in the summer. I chose Chatel as my son had been there with the school; this gave me confidence that at least he would know where he was going even if I didn't.
  I know I have nothing to compare it with, but I can't envisage going anywhere else. I did ski, and actually I did like the one or two drag lifts that were at Pre la Joux, and I love the winding green run from Plain Dranse to Pre la Joux. I have booked again for Christmas - not sure the snow could be improved on last year it was fantastic, and I'm not sure I'll progress beyond the lovely green run. As a complete beginner at 45 it was heavenly.

• October 15, 2006
  Pauline from United Kingdom
  

  Went to Chatel for the first time in March 2006. What a great place. Snow fantastic,food fantastic,place first class. We ate out most of the time at the Flambee; what great steaks, pizza and onion rings!!!! To die for. Could also drink as much as we liked as they provide transport back to the chalet.
  (Russ the Bus does a great job - for only a few euros tip) would highly recommend Chatel for all the family. The runs are well groomed and the lift attendants are really good with helping on and off the chairs/lifts.

• March 07, 2006
  Anon from United Kingdom
  

  Went to Chatel Feb 06, snow was fantastic, resort is great. Runs well groomed, manageable queues for lifts. One minor gripe is that I am a boarder and found that the alot of the meandering blue and green runs are very narrrow, in quite a few places have slight up slopes, which makes navigating down them on boards very very hard. Skiers should have no problem. It also took some planning at the end of each day to try and work out a days boarding avoiding drag lifts. Usual problems around very full buses for Pre-la-joux and Linga at the end of the day.

  Word of advice; we stayed at Club Hotel Les Soldanelles, although the hotel is adaquete it is very basic and in need of a refurbishment. Bathrooms are small and only have a bath. Food is of school dinners standard. They cater mainly for school parties, hence the beds seemed very small. We managed to miss any school parties but I would imagine it would be hell sharing it with school trips. My advice would be to spend a little more money and find alternative accomodation.

• February 13, 2006
  Marcus from United Kingdom
  

  8 of us have just spent a fantastic week at the Chalet Lac de Vonnes in Chatel. The chalet was perfect, as was the region. Chatel is a wonderful town, and although not huge, there are enough restaurants and bars to keep most groups entertained. Plenty of excellent skiing in Linga, Pre la Joux and Avoriaz, and some good runs over in Super Chatel & Morgins. We didn't make it over to Les Gets, but you will need a full Portes du Soliel area pass to get the best skiing. The lifts were efficient and queues were small. Super Chatel has quite a few drag lifts, but they're OK, and the rest of region has mainly chair lifts / gondolas. There are some good runs for beginners, but not a huge amount. If you are new to skiing, get some lessons booked & you will be cruising the blue runs at Linga / Pre la Joux & Super Chatel in no time. Avoriaz is a boarders paradise & it's easy to get to from Pre la Joux - a couple of chair rides & an easy blue takes you straight into Avoriaz.

• February 09, 2006
  Rebecca Roberts from United Kingdom
  

  We rent an apartment in petit chatel, over looking the town. Fantastic views off the balcony. Sleeps 4 people. Ski back to the apartment from SuperChatel. Visit our website at www.aplaceinthesnow.co.uk

• January 27, 2006
  Paul from Netherlands
  

  Drag lifts @ Chatel.... well sure at Super Chatel there are quite a few. But when you hop over into Switzerland, or start off at Linga or Pre La Joux, you'll find mostly chair lifts. At least that was the case when I was there last time (must have been Feb 2000). In any case... super ski area for touring but don't limit yourself to Chatel itself. Village is very nice.
  And if the snow is good... do take the 'wall', the Chavenettes - not for the faint of heart but what a joy!