J2Ski J2Ski logo
Facebook

Les Houches FAQ

Les Houches - Your Questions Answered

New Snow in Les Houches

 When will it snow in Les Houches?

When is the next forecast snowfall?

The next notable snow forecast is 2cm 1in , expected on 28 March, with around 12cm 5in forecast over the next 7 days.

Find out more :- long-range Snow Forecast

Forecast updated : 28 Mar 2026 18:46 UTC

 When did it last snow in Les Houches?

How old is the snow? When was the last reported snowfall?

Our most recent snow report indicates that it last snowed in Les Houches on Friday 27th March 2026 with 50cm 20in of fresh snow falling.

Find out more :- Latest Snow Report for Les Houches

Snow report updated : 28 Mar 2026 13:32 UTC

Snow in Les Houches, France

 How much snow is there in Les Houches?

How deep is the snow on the ground?

The last report received from Les Houches gave snow depths of 360cm 142in on the upper slopes and 100cm 39in lower down.

Find out more :- Latest Snow Depths for Les Houches

Snow report updated : 28 Mar 2026 13:32 UTC

Skiing in Les Houches, France

 How high is Les Houches?

At what altitude is the ski area and resort?

Les Houches is at 1,010m 3,314ft . There are pistes / trails from 950m 3,117ft up to 1,900m 6,234ft above sea level.

Find out more :- Les Houches Facts & Figures

 Where can I stay in Les Houches?

Are there hotels, chalets or apartments to rent in Les Houches?

We know of at least 95 Hotels, Chalets and Apartments in Les Houches.

Find out more :- Search for Accommodation in Les Houches

 Can I hire skis and boots in Les Houches?

Is ski equipment available to rent in Les Houches?

Yes, you can rent Skis and Boots in Les Houches. What's more, if you book online - in advance - through J2Ski's Ski Hire partners, you can save up to 50% on the walk-in price!

Find out more :- Discounted Ski Hire in Les Houches

 Which is the best Airport for Les Houches?

Which airports offer the shortest transfers?

The closest airports to Les Houches are Annecy, Chambery, Geneva, Grenoble and Sion.

Find out more :- Airport Transfer Times to Les Houches

 When does Les Houches open?

When does the ski season start in Les Houches?

Les Houches usually opens mid December.

 When does Les Houches close?

When does the ski season end for Les Houches?

Les Houches usually closesMid April.

Please Note

In common with all ski areas, planned opening and closing dates may be changed at any time due to the current snow and operational conditions in Les Houches. You should always check directly with the Tourist Office before making plans to travel.