La Clusaz

Nestled in the heart of the Aravis massif in Haute-Savoie, just 30 minutes from Lake Annecy, La Clusaz is one of the most highly rated and unique resorts in the French Alps. Far from concrete purpose-built resorts, it cultivates a fascinating dual identity: it is both an authentic farming village, the birthplace of Reblochon cheese, and the international capital of Freestyle and Freeride skiing. This ski-in/ski-out destination has preserved its ancient soul and weather-beaten chalets while becoming the trendy playground for a new generation of skiers. Here, sporting excellence rubs shoulders with a gentle way of life in an inimitable "Cool & Chic" atmosphere.

5 Massifs, 1 Infinite Playground (125 km of slopes)

The La Clusaz ski area (linked with Manigod) is a vast adventure playground of 125 km of slopes (and 210 km with the Aravis pass), unique for its geography spread over 5 interconnected massifs. Each offers a different style of skiing: Beauregard for contemplative skiing and sunny beginner runs; L'Étale for steep, sporty slopes; L'Aiguille for long carving descents. But the absolute myth lies in the Massif de Balme: this is the temple of off-piste and backcountry skiing, the training ground of world champions (like Candide Thovex), famous for its pristine valleys and natural terrain features that make La Clusaz a global reference for "Big Mountain" skiing.

The "Made in Aravis" Art of Living

If skiing is king, après-ski is sacred. La Clusaz is renowned for its vibrant and festive nightlife, arguably the liveliest in the region. But it is also a land of gastronomy where "local produce" is a reality: alpine farms produce the famous Farmhouse Reblochon cheese, which can be tasted in the village's many gourmet restaurants. Accessible, welcoming, and incredibly photogenic, La Clusaz offers the ultimate "Winter Experience": that of a village that lives, breathes, and celebrates the mountains all year round.