Les Gets Ski Resort Guide
Les Gets, France
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 110km 68 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,000m 6,562ft |
| Resort Height | 1,170m 3,839ft |
| Nearest Airports | Annecy and Geneva |
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Les Gets
Les Gets is a picturesque ski resort in the Portes du Soleil area. It offers a perfect blend of family-friendly slopes and vibrant village life.
Summary
Les Gets is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere and well-groomed pistes. With a variety of runs suitable for all levels, it caters to both skiers and snowboarders alike.
The ski area of Les Gets is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,170m 3,839ft , with 110km 68 miles of marked runs.
Les Gets is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area with access to 650km 404 miles of downhill skiing, with 285 marked pistes, served by a total of 196 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Les Gets itself ( 110km 68 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Portes du Soleil ski resorts of Abondance, Avoriaz, Châtel, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Grande Terche, Montriond, Morzine, Saint Jean d'Aulps, Champoussin, Champéry, Les Crosets, Morgins and Torgon.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Les Gets is 8km 5 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Bouquetin'.
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Snow and Weather
Les Gets typically experiences good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. Snowfall averages around 300 cm annually, and for the latest snow conditions, it's advisable to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Les Gets?
The next notable snow forecast is 10cm 4in , expected on 20 November, with around 28cm 11in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
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| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to 1,029m 3,376ft | Snow to base | Snow to base |
Ski Area Stats
Les Gets Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 9 | 13km 8 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 29 | 45km 28 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 26 | 38km 24 miles |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 4 | 11km 7 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 110km 68 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 17km 11 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 47 | |
Portes du Soleil Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 32 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 100 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 122 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 31 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 650km 404 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 243km 151 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 196 | |
Les Gets Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,000m 6,562ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Les Gets) | 1,170m 3,839ft |
| Lowest Piste | 1,000m 3,281ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,000m 3,281ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Les Gets features a ski area that spans approximately 120 km of slopes, with an elevation ranging from 1,172 to 2,002 meters. Notable pistes include the 'Chavannes' and 'Nyon' runs, accessible via the Chavannes and Nyon lifts, providing excellent connectivity throughout the area.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Les Gets
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Les Gets Ski Schools and Les Gets Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks at Les Gets, particularly the 'Les Gets Snowpark' which offers a variety of jumps and rails suitable for different skill levels. The resort provides ample off-piste opportunities for those seeking adventure.
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Location and Map
Where is Les Gets?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Bonneville, Haute-Savoie.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Les Gets is Annecy, 66 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Chambery, Sion, Lyon St-Exupéry, Grenoble, Lyon Bron, Berne, Turin Caselle and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.
Annecy and Geneva are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Les Gets is easily accessible from Geneva Airport, located about 70 km away. The recommended route is via the A40 motorway, followed by the D902 road into the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 47 ski lifts are able to uplift 66,015 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 22km 14 miles of ski runs, with 323 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Les Gets open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid November (Opens for weekends in late November), and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Piste Map
Talking about Les Gets
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Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Les Gets is lively, featuring popular spots like 'Le Pub' for drinks and 'La Grande Ourse' for dining. For nightlife, 'Le Boomerang' nightclub offers a fun atmosphere to unwind after a day on the slopes.
