Accommodation
Quick answer: Les Gets suits families and intermediates who want an authentic, traditional Savoyard village with huge mileage on tap via the Portes du Soleil. It’s not the best fit for experts wanting steep terrain, snow-sure altitude seekers, or those after big nightlife.
Quick resort facts
Ski area: 120km of pistes (with Morzine), 71 runs, 47 lifts, 600km+ across the full Portes du Soleil · Altitude: from 1,172m · Season: December to April · Nearest airport: Geneva (55km)
Written by the InTheSnow editorial team. Last updated: 29 July 2026. Resort facts checked against official Les Gets sources.
Les Gets is a charming, traditional Savoyard village at 1,172m, well known for its authentic character, family-friendly atmosphere, and food culture. Part of the vast Portes du Soleil, one of the largest linked ski areas in the world spanning France and Switzerland, Les Gets combines old-world charm with access to huge, varied terrain.
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Les Gets is one of the more traditional villages in the Portes du Soleil, retaining a genuinely Savoyard feel with wooden chalets, a working farming heritage, and a welcoming, authentic atmosphere. It sits alongside Morzine as one of the gateway resorts into the wider Portes du Soleil, which links villages across France and Switzerland via a single lift pass.
Les Gets and Morzine together offer around 120km of pisted runs served by 47 lifts, with the option to step up to the full Portes du Soleil pass covering over 600km across both countries. Terrain here is best suited to beginners and intermediates, with the Mont Chéry sector offering a quieter, more challenging alternative away from the main lift network. Snowmaking covers around a fifth of the area, helping protect the lower slopes in leaner years.
Beginners: Les Gets has excellent nursery slopes right at village level, plus the dedicated P’tite Glisse pass covering 12 lifts and 13 gentle runs for those just starting out.
Intermediates: This is where Les Gets shines, with long, cruisy blues and reds linking across to Morzine and beyond into the wider Portes du Soleil.
Advanced: Mont Chéry offers steeper, quieter terrain away from the crowds, and confident skiers can explore the more challenging sectors of the Portes du Soleil, including the famous Swiss Wall near Avoriaz.
Best ski-in/ski-out areas: Chavannes sector for direct access to the main lift network.
At a relatively low altitude of 1,172m, Les Gets can be more exposed to variable snow conditions than higher resorts, though snowmaking on the key runs helps mitigate this. January and February typically offer the most reliable natural snow, and the Mont Chéry sector holds snow a little longer thanks to its more sheltered aspect.
The 2026/27 season at Les Gets typically runs from mid-December to mid-April. Indicative public prices for the Les Gets-Morzine pass:
A full Portes du Soleil pass is also available for those wanting to explore the wider area. Prices are correct at time of writing and always worth confirming on the official Les Gets ski pass page before booking.
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ESF and international ski schools both operate in Les Gets, offering lessons for all levels including English-speaking instruction. Ski hire shops are plentiful in the village centre, with online pre-booking generally the most convenient option.
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Accommodation ranges from self-catered apartments to family-run hotels and chalet-hotels close to the slopes, with boutique options such as Hotel Spa La Marmotte offering spa facilities and ski-in/ski-out access. The overall feel is welcoming and authentic, with a strong emphasis on hospitality.
Les Gets is well known for its food culture. On the slopes, rustic chalets serve Savoyard classics like tartiflette, fondue, and raclette, often using produce from the surrounding pastures. In the village, dining ranges from pizzerias and brasseries to fine dining. Après-ski is lively but not rowdy, with a friendly, sociable atmosphere that reflects the family-oriented nature of the resort.
Les Gets offers a wide range of off-slope activities, making it a genuine four-season village. The village ice rink, sledging areas, and children’s play zones make it easy for families with mixed abilities or non-skiers to enjoy their time alongside those on the slopes.
Travelling with children? Our family skiing guide has more tips for planning a family ski trip.
Geneva is the nearest international airport, around 55km away, roughly an hour’s transfer. This makes Les Gets one of the more accessible Portes du Soleil villages for short breaks as well as longer stays.
Comparing Les Gets with other options? See our full guide to skiing in France for more resorts across the Alps.
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Les Gets offers a rare combination of authentic Savoyard charm and access to one of the largest ski areas in the world. Its food culture, welcoming atmosphere, and family-friendly credentials make it a standout choice for those who want more than just a purpose-built base. While snow reliability can be variable given its lower altitude, the link into the Portes du Soleil means there is always somewhere higher or snowier to explore. For a genuine village feel with big-resort terrain on the doorstep, Les Gets is hard to beat.
Is Les Gets good for beginners? Yes, it has excellent nursery slopes and a dedicated beginner pass covering easy lifts and runs.
Is Les Gets linked to the Portes du Soleil? Yes, it’s one of the gateway villages into the wider area, which spans France and Switzerland.
How high is Les Gets? The village sits at 1,172m, relatively low compared with some Alpine resorts.
What is the nearest airport to Les Gets? Geneva, around 55km away.
What is skiing like for advanced skiers in Les Gets? Mont Chéry offers steeper, quieter terrain away from the crowds, and confident skiers can explore the more challenging sectors of the Portes du Soleil, including the famous Swiss Wall near Avoriaz.
When does the ski season run in Les Gets? The 2026/27 season typically runs from mid-December to mid-April.
How much does a lift pass cost in Les Gets? Indicative prices for the Les Gets-Morzine pass are around €50 for an adult day pass and €276 for an adult 6-day pass; a full Portes du Soleil pass is also available.
Is Les Gets good for families? Yes, it offers a village ice rink, sledging areas and children’s play zones, making it a genuine four-season family village.
When is the best time to visit Les Gets for snow? January and February typically offer the most reliable natural snow, and the Mont Chéry sector holds snow a little longer thanks to its more sheltered aspect.
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