In La Chapelle-d’Abondance, you ski in peace while accessing one of the largest areas in the world. The village has its own family sector, Crêt-Béni, sunny and progressive, and gives access to the Portes du Soleil: 12 linked resorts between France and Switzerland, via Châtel and the border. Ideal for those who want big skiing without the crowds.
The ski area
The Crêt-Béni sector, above the village, offers gentle, sunny runs, perfect for families and learning. For the big area, you reach Châtel and cross onto the Portes du Soleil (Avoriaz, Morzine, Morgins and Switzerland). The Portes du Soleil pass opens the whole thing; a local pass is enough for Crêt-Béni. On the border side, the link to Torgon (Switzerland) rounds out the terrain.
Who it’s for
It’s a family, peaceful choice: Crêt-Béni to start and progress quietly, the big Portes du Soleil area for skiers who want to travel across the pistes. Staying in La Chapelle lets you ski wide while avoiding the crowds of the big resorts.
Booking
Passes (local and Portes du Soleil) and ski-school lessons are booked through the area operator and local schools. Choose the Portes du Soleil pass to enjoy the whole area via Châtel.
Good to know
Which pass? Local pass for Crêt-Béni; Portes du Soleil pass for the 12 resorts via Châtel.
Crêt-Béni. A sunny, family sector, ideal for starting out in peace.
The border. The area crosses into Switzerland (Torgon, Morgins): ID is useful.
In peace. Staying in La Chapelle means the big area without the crowds.
Also worth seeing in La Chapelle-d’Abondance
In summer it’s hiking; also worth discovering, the village and its food. Back to the destination: La Chapelle-d’Abondance.