Related Regions: Haute Savoie, Les Portes du Soleil (FR), Northern Alps, France, Chablais

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Chatel

Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Châtel, a traditional styled mountain village which, in winter, transforms into ski resort. The village has been carefully developed in order to keep all the old charm and character but at the same time offering all the modern amenities of a new ski resort. The soul of vibrant Châtel along with the quality of the skiing and its personal charm continue to shape its identity and ever growing reputation. If the seduction of traditional architecture and fabulous setting of Châtel weren't enough, then the quality of the skiing area also contributes a lot to the attractiveness of the resort. The skiing is separated between two different mountain ranges: Super-Châtel / Barbossine and Linga / Pre la Joux / Plain Dranse. Since Châtel is part of the Portes du Soleil area, there are direct links with the resorts of Avoriaz, Morgins and Torgon to name but a few. The international ski area, the Portes du Soleil combines twelve French and Swiss resorts. The total area boasts 650 km of ski runs with around two hundred ski lifts! The exceptional Portes du Soleil has skiing for all and certainly delivers a comprehensive view of why skiing can be so pleasurable. Nestled between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc, the Portes du Soleil also benefits from exceptional snowfall. Rails, kickers, slide boxes, hips, boarder cross... The Smoothpark has them all and is awaiting the new freestylers from beginner to pro. The park has been developed to allow all skiers to develop and practice in a fun and friendly environment (Music, BBQs, Contests...)! Châtel is a great family-oriented resort and is officially recognized as such. They have been rewarded the French Family Plus certificate. For a stress free family ski vacation and also the well-being of your children, the day-care "The Mouflets" welcomes kids from 3 months to 6 years old. The centre provides a range of activities both indoors and out. Every week of the ski season there is a multitude of recreational and leisure activities organised in the town, as well as new sports to be tried out. Before you pack your bags you should expect to eat very well in the resorts great array of restaurants offering a taste of the local cuisine.

Elevation

Summit

7217ft
Vertical Drop

3608ft
Base

3608ft

Terrain

Beginner Runs

22%

Intermediate Runs

37%

Advanced Runs

31%

Expert Runs

10%

Runs

52 MILES

Terrain Parks

Longest Run

2 MILES

Skiable Terrain

198 ACRE

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 44
Gondolas & Trams: 2
Eight Person Lifts: 0
High Speed Sixes: 5
High Speed Quads: 2
Quad Chairs: 3
Triple Chairs: 2
Double Chairs: 0
Surface Lifts: 30

Tourist Office

BP 40

74390 CHATEL

France

Phone: +33 (0)4 50 73 22 44

touristoffice@chatel.com

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: 12/08/2012

Projected Closing Ski Season: 04/21/2013

Projected Days Open: 134

Days Open Last Year: 130

Years Open: 13

Average Snowfall: 243"

Chatel Reviews

by Quentin Wouters 7th December 2012
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 3
- All Mtn. Terrain 5
- Terrain Park 3
- Nightlife 3
Pas mal pour Snowboard

Pros: Clame incroyable
Cons: Un peux loins de la ville
by anonymous_user 15th January 2008
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 4
- All Mtn. Terrain 4
- Terrain Park 4
- Nightlife 5
ChÃ¢tel Review

Ref our stay at : www.aplaceinthesnow.co.uk My girlfriend and I stayed in Petit Chatel for new years eve. We had a great time in Chatel - new years eve was a real... [! full_review
by Patrick Thorne 22nd January 2007
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 4
- All Mtn. Terrain 4
- Terrain Park 4
- Nightlife 3
ChÃ¢tel Review

ChÃ¢tel has managed to maintain a good proportion of its development in chalet style buildings in keeping with the natural ambience of the resort, although some feel things have gone too far... [! full_review

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Shatel, Chatell, Shattel, Chattel, Shital, Chadel, Chotel, Chatal, Schatel, ChÃ¢tel

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