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Ski Holidays to La Clusaz

La Clusaz is a ski resort located in Haute-Savoie, in the French Alps. It is renowned for its warm and authentic atmosphere, combining a traditional Savoyard village with a modern ski area. To best organize your ski holidays to La Clusaz, you will find all the information you need in this guide. Ski slopes, lift passes, types of skiing, holiday rentals…

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La Clusaz Ski Resort: Essential Information

La Clusaz is not just a ski resort; it is first and foremost a Savoyard mountain village, true to its architectural heritage. It is a destination that has managed to retain its village soul. The area is renowned for its snow cover and diversity, making it an exceptional place for a successful ski holidays. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Resort Name: La Clusaz
  • Mountain Range: Aravis (Haute-Savoie, Savoie Mont Blanc)
  • Village Altitude: 1,100 m
  • Max Altitude (Ski Area): 2,600 m (via the link to the Aravis ski area)
  • Ski Area: La Clusaz Ski Area (125 km of slopes) and the Aravis Ski Area (via the link with Le Grand-Bornand, Manigod, and Saint-Jean-de-Sixt – 210 km of slopes).
  • Slope Types: Ideal for all levels, from gentle green slopes to famous freeride ski couloirs (mention La Balme for experts).

The best ski slopes in La Clusaz

The La Clusaz-Manigod ski area is renowned for its varied topography, spread across 5 distinct massifs: Beauregard, L’Aiguille, L’Étale, Manigod, and the legendary Balme. With 85 ski slopes extending over 125 km, there’s something to satisfy all types of skiers.

Beauregard & Manigod: Ideal for Beginners

This sector is accessible by gondola from the village and is a paradise for novices. The slopes are wide, gently sloped, and very sunny. Ideal for starting out and progressing with confidence.

💡Recommendations: The Champ Bleu slope and the P’tit Bossonnet beginner area.

L'Étale and L'Aiguille: For Intermediate & Regular Skiers

L’Étale offers beautiful blue slopes in the lower part and excellent red slopes for progression. It’s the “sporty” sector of the ski area. L’Aiguille offers beautiful high-altitude descents, often well-covered with snow, with blue and red slopes that wind their way down.

💡Recommendations: The Régine Cavagnoud (red) slope, wide and varied, offering an excellent playground for carving.

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Balme: For Enthusiasts of Challenging Skiing, Long Descents, and Reliable Snow

This is the ideal sector for serious ski enthusiasts in La Clusaz. Renowned for its high altitude (up to 2,600 m) and exceptional snow cover, Balme is the meeting point for experienced skiers.

💡Famous Black Slopes: The “Candide Thovex” slope, La Vraille. Balme is especially famous for its exceptional off-piste skiing opportunities.

Find the La Clusaz ski slope map here.

La Clusaz ski passes and their prices

The ski area offers day passes with decreasing rates for multiple days, ideal for your ski holiday to La Clusaz. An adult ski pass (15-64 years old) is available for €54.50 for a full day. For 6 days, an adult pass costs €273 (Source: Forfait2ski).

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Good to know for saving money:

  • Online Purchase “Early Booking“: The resort offers discounts to those who buy their passes online in advance, several days or weeks before your arrival (up to -10%).
  • The Liberté Pass (Télépéage): For locals or regular visitors, this “toll-style” system allows you to ski without going to the ticket office and benefit from a reduced daily rate.
  • Beginner Pass: For novice skiers (children under 12), sectoral passes limited to drag lifts and gondolas are available at a very advantageous price.
  • Group Offers (Family/Tribe): If you are skiing in a group (more than 4 people) or with family, check for “Tribe” or “Family” rates that may offer additional discounts.

Consult the official website of La Clusaz resort to find out all the rates.

What types of skiing can you practice in La Clusaz?

Alpine Skiing

This is the most popular type of skiing in La Clusaz. Great diversity of slopes. Perfectly suited for beginners.

Freestyle Skiing

La Clusaz snowpark offers varied modules, rails, and jumps suitable for all levels.

Off-Piste Skiing

It's the art of skiing in powder, off marked slopes. It's important to get information before going off-piste.

Cross-Country Skiing

An endurance sport, cross-country skiing is practiced on flat or gently rolling trails, specifically groomed.

Ski Touring

Specialized guides offer guided tours to discover exceptional landscapes.

Ski Mountaineering

A discipline that combines ascent and descent. It involves climbing the mountain using skins on your skis.

Ski accommodation La Clusaz in France

La Clusaz is therefore an ideal ski destination for all types of skiers, whether for a family ski day, a sporty freeride trip, or a Nordic skiing weekend.

Discover our magnificent holiday rentals for your ski holidays to La Clusaz. Book in advance on our website to take advantage of the best options!

LCZ - Luxueux T2 au pied des pistes, 5*
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T2 au pied des pistes, 5*

From 130.00€ per night
LCZ - Luxueux T4 centre village et spa, 5*
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T4 centre village et spa, 5*

From 170.00€ per night
LCZ - Luxueux T5 duplex 5* au pied des pistes
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T5 duplex 5* au pied des pistes

From 250.00€ per night
LCZ - Luxueux T6 au pied des pistes, 5* 10/12p
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T6 au pied des pistes, 5* 10/12p

From 400.00€ per night
LCZ - Luxueux T2 au pied des pistes, 5*
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T2 au pied des pistes, 5*

From 130.00€ per night
LCZ - Luxueux T4 au pied des pistes, 5*
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T4 au pied des pistes, 5*

From 170.00€ per night
LCZ - Charmant T2 au coeur du village, 4*
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Charmant T2 au coeur du village, 4*

From 105.00€ per night
LCZ - Luxueux T5 au pied des pistes, 5*
La Clusaz - Haute-Savoie

LCZ - Luxueux T5 au pied des pistes, 5*

From 250.00€ per night
La Clusaz Ski Accommodation

FAQ: Ski holidays in La Clusaz

The best time to ski in La Clusaz generally extends from mid-December to the end of March.

Beginners and children should head towards the Beauregard massif. This sector is easily accessible by gondola from the village.

The La Clusaz ski area officially opens on December 13, 2025, although some sectors open earlier, and closes on April 26, 2026. Learn more.

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