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March 28, 2025
bradley from
United Kingdom
bradley from
United Kingdom
We went late March, which is always risky in terms of weather and conditions. It was warm and slushy, I'd recommend nothing later than mid March.
This was a 4 day trip, we left Luton at 6am Sunday (cheap flight, half empty) and because of the short transfer, we were on the first gondola at 11.30am. That's the key attraction here, the short transfer from Geneva.
Given the snow conditions, it's difficult to be fully objective, but a few things stand out. The lift system is generally old and slow, particularly the long and very slow chair at Baime, which does detract from the attraction of that area. Baime is the highest part of the resort and you can ski all the way from the top to the bottom (red and blue). None of the blacks are that steep and seem to be black because they are infrequently groomed.
The piste bashers are quite small and narrow, judging from the 'tramlines' that they leave behind, which can make the pistes a bit rutted and uneven in places.
Stayed at the Hotel Prestige Odalys, modern, good location. excellent pizzas at the tiny Pizza Minut right by the church.
Conclusion: a decent place for a 3/4 day weekend trip, but best to go before mid March.
January 03, 2023
Vladimir Boschi from
Croatia
Vladimir Boschi from
Croatia
February 20, 2018
Derion from
Greece
Derion from
Greece
Actually under the name "La Clusaz" there are five interconnected ski centers with the same ticket: Balme, Aiguille, Etale, Beauregard and Manigod. Last year I visited Beauregard and Manigod. This year I skied Aiguille and Balme. So I am still missing Etale. I stayed in Annecy. It is about 30km far away from La Clusaz and an hour bus drive. I took the offer from Annecy bus station. At 40€ per person a lift ticket and bus transfer are included. Really good price! The bus leaves from Annecy at 09:30 and returns at 17:00. I skied on Friday, 16th February 2018. What a fantastic ski day. I was really worried about rain that had fallen the last day. However, the rain caused no problem. Temperature was at about 6C in the base and around freezing level at the top of the mountains (approximately 2.500m). I rented good ski equipment at 27€/day. I started skiing in Auguille. The only piste in not so good condition was Merle, because there were too many people skiing on it. However, and despite the fact it was French winter school holidays and the ski center was really busy, there were almost no queues at the lifts. Snow coverage was really good: 40 cm at the base and more than 3 meters on the top. Not a single stone in the whole ski center. The weather was very changeable. In the lower slopes, there was little rain. In some slopes there was sun. On the top of the mountains (Aiguille and Balme as well) there was dense fog. On the top of Balme (piste Blanchot) it was snowing heavily. What a weather mixture in one single day and a single ski center! In my opinion, the best mountain is Balme. You do not need to take the gondola from Aiguille. I skied down the red piste La Fernuy. It was written that the piste was not prepared and the snow was heavy. Well, this was not true. Fernuy was pretty nice and the view from there was fantastic. Furthermore, Balme was much quiter than Aiguille and a lot more enjoyable, as the mountain was virtually empty from skiers. The red Blanchot, Torchere and Lachat were really good. Up on the top, in the beginning and the middle of Blanchot, it was snowing heavily. Down further, the weather cleared. I skied the red Lachat, which is a big red piste, totally alone! La Clusaz consists mostly of blue and red pistes. It is the paradise of the interemediate skier. You need at least three full days to visit all the five interconnected ski centers. Overall, it was one the best skiing experiences ever from all the aspects. La Clusaz is totally recommended!
March 10, 2014
Simon from Loughborough from
United Kingdom
Simon from Loughborough from
United Kingdom
I visited La Clusaz for the 1st time last week with 10 mates. The group was varied with people on their 1st ski trip to off-piste experts. All of us had a tremendous time both on the slopes and around the town. There was lots of snow, the people are friendly, and there are plenty of bars and restaurants. Plus, compared to other resorts in the Alps, the overall cost is relatively inexpensive. There are 130 kms of runs and a large variety of slope for all abilities. It's also really pretty, both in the mountains and around the town. Definitely worth a visit!
January 27, 2014
Andrew from
United Kingdom
Andrew from
United Kingdom
Having skied at Le Grand Bornand a few times, we decided to try its sister resort out this last Christmas. Despite a very early start to snowfall, as far back as October, three weeks of sun and mild temperatures had taken snow levels down and made a lot of pistes very scratchy and stony. Even so, there was good snow at the top of La Balme and the Bergerie. There was a big dump on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, which made things a whole lot better. Cret du Loup and the Aiguille massif were beautiful.
Restaurant recommendations: Les Praz, piste-side, was lovely but not cheap. It's not often I'll have a €23 burger, but I have to say it was worth it. La Ferme, on the road to the Col des Aravis, is also on-piste and does fantastic fondue, homemade digestif and brilliant atmosphere and service.
The village is also really nice and there's plenty going on, if not heaving with clubs and noise.
February 26, 2013
Darcy from
France
Darcy from
France
I have been skiing in La Clusaz since 1990. My children started skiing there as well at the age of 9 yrs and 7 yrs. I fell in love with La Clusaz from that date and have been skiing there religiously 3-4 times a year travelling from the UK (by car or plane). I have always found La Clusaz friendly and the most beautiful Alpine resort with character (no concrete blocks). Restaurants are plentiful (on the slopes and in the resort centre. I have been promoting La Clusaz to my friends and family and my children's friends. Plenty of varied skiing (for the novice, children, adults, and for any serious skiers). Slopes (pistes) are very well maintained daily. Just look at the slopes during school holidays and you hear lots of English. I will not hesitate to recommend La Clusaz to anyone. Just come once, you fall in love with it instantly.
November 14, 2012
Sas from
United Kingdom
Sas from
United Kingdom
I have spent a season and several holidays in La Clusaz and love it. It is a genuine year round village which is unusual in France. The people are friendly and the restaurants are great. I have skied all over the world and am confused at comments suggesting that lunch options are limited? This is France! Restaurants are high quality and abundant. Prices aren't cheap compared to overseas resorts but compared to larger French resorts it's much better value. For true advanced skiers there is plenty of challenge with excellent off-piste and snow conditions over on La Balme. Short transfer from Geneva makes weekend and late season skiing (dependant on conditions) an option. If La Clusaz was a little higher it would be the perfect resort (albeit too crowded!).
October 30, 2012
Caroline Watkinson from
United Kingdom
Caroline Watkinson from
United Kingdom
Have visited La Clusaz for the past six years and find something new each time. Love the skiing, love the village, love the ease of access {drive there in a day}. Lovely accommodation available if you bother to look, good mountain restaurants, good free bus service to access the many ski areas. My only complaint would be the traffic congestion and lack of parking caused by the increase in visitors. Reports of nowhere for lunch, lack of nursery slopes and surly staff are unfounded.
July 19, 2012
mike from
United Kingdom
mike from
United Kingdom
Until recently, skiing in La Clusaz was a peaceful experience. The resort was frequented by French families with a smattering of British and other Europeans in the know about this relatively low key resort. There was always a fairly large contingent of baggy trouser-ed free skiers and a smaller number of freestyle snowboarders, but I always found they stuck to the areas they preferred and were respectful of family groups and more traditional skiers.
Unfortunately, the last few years have seen a rise in numbers of less attractive types with whom to share the slopes.
Boorish, conspicuous consumers from both the East and West of France are now represented in number and I've observed behavior on the slopes and in the village deteriorating.
La Clusaz is becoming just another crowded and tacky ski resort. It's former charm made up for it's limited skiing and patchy snow record. With this gone, the resort has little to offer.
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