Les Crosets Resort Guide
Les Crosets, Switzerland
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 100km62 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,277m7,470ft |
| Resort Height | 1,660m5,446ft |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
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Les Crosets at a glance
A small ski station best suited to dedicated skiers, with three hotels located at the foot of the ski slopes. This village, located at 1,668m, is the ideal jumping-off point for families, sports lovers and anyone who wants to explore the Portes du Soleil.
In winter, the resort has a quick link connection with France over the spectacular pointe des Mossettes lift (2,277m). The experienced instructors at the Swiss Ski School await beginner and advanced skiers and snowboarders alike for lessons and guiding. Freestylers can get their fill of thrills in the Snowpark which, according to those in the know, is one of the world’s best! The bravest may tackle Chavanette, otherwise known as the ‘Swiss Wall.’
Les Crosets is not just about skiing. A multitude of other activities await visitors including snowshoeing on marked trails or a ride down the sledging run. Special events include nighttime sledging, Snowpark competitions and ski races.
When will it snow in Les Crosets?
The next notable snow forecast for Les Crosets is 2cm1in, expected on 28 February, with around 81cm32in forecast over the next 7 days.
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Book NowLes Crosets Facts, Stats and Ratings
Les Crosets Rated
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How High is Les Crosets?
| Highest Lift | 2,277m7,470ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,660m5,446ft |
| Resort Altitude (Les Crosets) | 1,660m5,446ft |
| Max Vertical | 617m2,024ft |
Ski Area, Pistes and Lifts
Les Crosets Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 100km62 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 35 | |
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 | 400km249 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 243km151 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 196 | |
Les Crosets Summary
The Swiss Ski Resort of Les Crosets is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area with access to 400km249 miles of downhill skiing, with 285 marked pistes, served by a total of 196 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Les Crosets itself (100km62 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, Champoussin, Morgins, Torgon, Abondance, Avoriaz, Châtel, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Grande Terche, Les Gets, Montriond, Morzine and Saint Jean d'Aulps.
The ski resort itself is at 1,660m5,446ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,277m7,470ft, snow cover is generally reliable.
On the Mountain
The longest possible descent in Les Crosets is 7km4 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Chavartte'.
Skiing in Les Crosets
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding in Les Crosets
Swiss snowboard school ( tel: 24 / 4791679 )
When is Les Crosets open?
Open.
Closes : April 12, 2020.
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NOTE:- Lift and Piste openings are always subject to Snow Conditions in Les Crosets.
Snow Making
Les Crosets is able to make snow, on 3km2 miles of ski runs, with 14 snow cannons.
Ski Lift Capacity
The 35 ski lifts of Les Crosets are able to uplift 47,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Where is Les Crosets?
Les Crosets is in the Swiss Alps in Monthey, Valais, Switzerland.
How can I get to Les Crosets?
By Air
The nearest airports to Les Crosets are Sion, Geneva and Berne. There are 10 airports within three hours drive.
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