TOURISM | CHÂTEL
& around
les portes du soleil
Châtel, 'the chocolate box resort'
Nestling in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area, Châtel embodies the authentic charm of a traditional Alpine village. Its many chalets, with their distinctive local architecture and balconies adorned with colourful ornaments and engravings, echo the resort’s proximity to the Swiss Valais. Such kind of landscape is called a postcard.
in the heart of Europe's major ski domain.
Over 50 years ago, a few visionary men dreamt up the world’s first cross-border ski area. The Portes du Soleil was born, and today it remains one of the largest ski areas in the world, linking 12 resorts and 2 countries.
‘The Portes du Soleil was born of the strength of those who wanted the mountains to be accessible to everyone, according to their dreams.’
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Châtel is not just a lively ski resort in winter, it also offers a wide range of summer activities.
Mountain biking is at the heart of it all, with trails for families to explore the mountain on electric bikes, but also a bike park worthy of hosting international MTB competitions.
In 2023, the resort hosted the MTB World Cup, was a true show for pro and amateurs alike.
a place for everyone
to get together
with the Multipass you will discover more about mountain in summer
Activities for all tastes and all the family at your fingertips. Click on the link below to see the full list.
On the programme:
treasure hunt
fishing
hot-air ballooning
hiking
escape game
rock climbing
paragliding
tennis
aquatic centre
Ferrari driving on mountain roads
A pleasure destination.
A VILLAGE at 1h30 from international connections
at the gateway to Switzerland, above the Leman lake
This small, picturesque yet modern village is just a stone’s throw from the Swiss border and the sparkling shores of Leman lake also called Geneva lake.
just 1h30 from Geneva international airport
By car via the A40 motorway for 70 km – exit Annemasse, direction Thonon-les-bains then Vallée d’Abondance.
Taxis or direct airport transfers are also available. If you ask us in advance, we can organise your journey for you.
Continue your adventure down to Geneva lake.
There are many activities to discover around Lake Geneva, whether on the plateaux or on the shores of the lake.
Focus on rafting down the Dranse.
Let Evolution 2 Thonon be your guide. The team will take care of you so that you can enjoy the freshness of the river while practising a white-water sport in complete safety, on a waterway with shores rich in local flora and fauna.