Champoussin

Champoussin, Switzerland

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Champoussin

Champoussin offers a charming alpine experience with diverse skiing options. Nestled in the Swiss Alps, it's perfect for families and seasoned skiers alike.

 Summary

Champoussin is a picturesque ski resort in the Portes du Soleil area, boasting a delightful mix of runs for all levels. With well-groomed slopes and breathtaking scenery, it invites skiers to explore its expansive terrain.

The ski area of Champoussin is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,310m 4,298ft , with 10km 6 miles of marked runs.

Champoussin 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 Champoussin itself ( 10km 6 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 Champéry, Les Crosets, Morgins, Torgon, Abondance, Avoriaz, Châtel, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Grande Terche, Les Gets, Montriond, Morzine and Saint Jean d'Aulps.

With ski lifts as high as 2,350m 7,710ft , snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Champoussin is 7km 4 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Aiguille des Champeys', which is 1km 1 miles in length.

Snow and Weather

Snow reliability at Champoussin is generally high, with average snow depths reaching 150 cm during peak season. To stay updated on current conditions, check the latest snow information on J2Ski.

When will it snow in Champoussin?

The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 21 November.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The resort is part of the extensive Portes du Soleil ski area, featuring over 650 km of runs. Champoussin has an elevation of 1,600 meters, with notable pistes like the red run Les Crosets and the lift system including the Grand Paradis and the Dents du Midi.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Champoussin

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Champoussin Ski Schools and Champoussin Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Champoussin, featuring various jumps and obstacles suited for all skill levels. The resort's wide pistes also provide ample space for freestyle riding.

Location and Map

Where is Champoussin?

This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Val-d'Illiez, Monthey District.

Map

Tap for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.

How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Champoussin is Sion, 70 minutes drive away.

Berne, Geneva, Annecy, Chambery, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Turin Caselle and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.

To reach Champoussin, fly into Geneva Airport, which is about 1.5 hours away by car. Alternatively, you can take a train to Aigle and connect to a local bus for a scenic journey to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The seven ski lifts are able to uplift 7,950 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, with 9 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Champoussin open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is late December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Talking about Champoussin

Mentions in recent J2Ski News Items and Snow Reports from our users...

Two new lifts for Portes du Soleil this winter

Aprés Ski

Après-ski in Champoussin is lively yet cozy, with popular venues like the Le Vieux Chêne bar and La Pente restaurant. Enjoy a drink or a hearty meal while soaking in the charming atmosphere.