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Haute Savoie
Here you’ll find all our articles about ski touring in Haute-Savoie: routes, photos, videos, and practical advice to enjoy the best itineraries. Whether you want to ski the legendary slopes of Chamonix, explore the forests of the Aravis, or go on a multi-day ski touring trip in other ranges, Haute-Savoie is an essential destination for mountain and powder enthusiasts.
Why choose Haute-Savoie for ski touring?
Haute-Savoie is world-famous for its prestigious ski resorts such as La Clusaz, Chamonix, Flaine, and Morzine. This variety makes it easy to combine family holidays with ski touring outings, whether for a day or several days.
The itineraries are diverse:
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In the Pre-Alps (1000 to 2500 m), you’ll find many alpine chalets and unguarded huts, perfect for trips in the mid-mountains.
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In the higher ranges (Mont-Blanc, Aiguilles Rouges…), guarded huts open in spring provide ideal comfort for multi-day ski raids.
The best times to go ski touring in Haute-Savoie
Early season (November – December)
The “retours d’Est” weather systems often bring heavy snowfall to the border ranges, making them excellent choices for an early start to the ski season.
Mid-winter (January – February)
The Pre-Alps are perfect, with their forests offering safe powder conditions. Cold temperatures help preserve light snow, as long as the wind does not interfere.
Spring (March – May)
This is the prime season for multi-day ski touring raids in Haute-Savoie. Snow transforms during the day, providing superb descents in spring snow. Conditions are generally more stable than in the heart of winter.
How to get to Haute-Savoie for ski touring
By car
From Lyon, Geneva, or Grenoble, access is fast via highways and main roads. A good network of secondary roads makes reaching trailheads easy.
By train
TGV lines serve Modane, Bourg-Saint-Maurice, and Saint-Gervais. Buses and TER trains complete the journey to ski resorts and tour starting points.
By plane
The nearest airports are Geneva and Lyon for the Northern Alps. Low-cost airlines also fly into Grenoble.
Where to stay in Haute-Savoie during your ski touring trips
Haute-Savoie offers a wide range of accommodation:
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Guarded huts (in spring) and unguarded in winter.
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Chalets and valley hotels near ski resorts.
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Mountain lodges and guesthouses for a local experience.
👉 Check out:
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refuges.info for a full inventory of Alpine huts.
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FFCAM to book in French Alpine Club huts.
Ski touring in Haute-Savoie: a unique experience
With its breathtaking landscapes, itineraries for all levels, and excellent accessibility, Haute-Savoie is a true paradise for ski touring enthusiasts. Whether you are a beginner looking for forest runs or an expert planning a multi-day raid, you’ll always find a range perfectly suited to your goals.
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