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Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas, France
Hameau du Renard Blanc
36 guests·19 bedrooms·14 baths
chalet·ski in-ski-out
Low season:£27,500per week
£764 per person
France
Luxury Ski Chalets in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas
Historic thermal spa town with direct access to the massive Evasion Mont Blanc ski area.
22 properties available
850m
Altitude
2,525m
Summit
445km
Pistes
1,675m
Vertical Drop
4.5m per season
Avg. Snow
Mid-December - Mid-April
Season
About the Resort
About Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains and its neighboring hamlet of Saint-Nicolas-de-Véroce offer a perfect blend of historic charm, breathtaking scenery, and extensive skiing. Unlike purpose-built resorts, Saint-Gervais is a classic French spa town characterized by 19th-century architecture, thermal baths, and a bustling year-round local community. The addition of Saint-Nicolas provides a quieter, picture-perfect Savoyard village atmosphere with some of the best unobstructed views of the Mont Blanc massif.
The Resort
The skiing is part of the vast Evasion Mont Blanc domain, connecting Saint-Gervais and Saint-Nicolas with Megève, Combloux, and Les Contamines. Skiers of all levels will find something to love, from the gentle, tree-lined beginner slopes around Le Bettex to the long, rolling red pistes of Saint-Nicolas and the steeper, more challenging terrain on Mont Joly.
Beyond the slopes, the area is famous for the Tramway du Mont Blanc and its historic thermal baths (Les Thermes de Saint-Gervais), which have been drawing wellness seekers for over two centuries. This combination of vast skiable terrain, authentic village life, and unique off-slope amenities makes it a deeply rewarding destination for all types of winter travelers.
On the Mountain
The ski area offers a massive variety of terrain across the Evasion Mont Blanc network. Beginners and families thrive on the sheltered slopes of Le Bettex, while intermediates and advanced skiers can cruise the scenic, rolling reds of Saint-Nicolas-de-Véroce or tackle the steeper, high-altitude challenges of Mont Joly.
Evasion Mont Blanc, Haute-Savoie
A sprawling ski domain in the French Alps offering 445km of connected pistes, centered around spectacular, up-close views of the Mont Blanc massif.
Location
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Ideal For
Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas is perfect for
Families
Excellent beginner zones at Le Bettex and a welcoming, authentic town atmosphere.
Intermediates
Endless wide, rolling blue and red pistes connecting directly to Megève.
Scenery Enthusiasts
Offers the most striking, unobstructed views of Mont Blanc from the Saint-Nicolas slopes.
Wellness Seekers
Home to the famous thermal baths of Les Thermes de Saint-Gervais.
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Where to Eat
Dining in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas
Le Galeta
Saint-Gervais Village
A cozy, atmospheric restaurant offering generous Savoyard specialties and excellent grilled dishes in a rustic chalet setting.
L'Épicerie de Véroce
Saint-Nicolas-de-Véroce
A charming deli and café offering high-quality local products, perfect for a relaxed lunch or afternoon coffee stop.
La Folie Douce
Mont d'Arbois (On-Piste)
Famous across the Alps for its high-altitude clubbing and excellent, albeit pricey, modern French cuisine.
Le Sous-Chef
Saint-Gervais Village
A modern, stylish bistro serving creative French cuisine using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Common Questions
Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas FAQ
When is the best time to ski in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas?
The ski season in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas typically runs Mid-December to mid-April. The resort averages 4.5m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. Prices vary slightly depending on early, peak, or late season. Consider the Mont Blanc Unlimited pass if you plan to visit Chamonix.
What is the skiing like in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas?
Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas offers 445km of pistes with a vertical drop of 1,675m. The ski area offers a massive variety of terrain across the Evasion Mont Blanc network. Beginners and families thrive on the sheltered slopes of Le Bettex, while intermediates and advanced skiers can cruise the scenic, rolling reds of Saint-Nicolas-de-Véroce or tackle the steeper, high-altitude challenges of Mont Joly. It forms part of the Evasion Mont Blanc, Haute-Savoie ski area.
What makes Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas special?
Historic thermal spa town with direct access to the massive Evasion Mont Blanc ski area. Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas is a traditional alpine village, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include family friendly, beginners, intermediates, extensive terrain, lively town.
What are the snow conditions like in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas?
Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas receives an average of 4.5m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 2,525m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Consistent mid-winter coverage supported by extensive snowmaking.
Is Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas good for families?
Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas is well-suited for several types of visitors. For families: Excellent beginner zones at Le Bettex and a welcoming, authentic town atmosphere. For intermediates: Endless wide, rolling blue and red pistes connecting directly to Megève. For scenery enthusiasts: Offers the most striking, unobstructed views of Mont Blanc from the Saint-Nicolas slopes.
How do you get to Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas?
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), about 85km away (approximately 1h 10min by transfer). Regular bus services (e.g., AlpyBus) and private transfers run frequently from Geneva directly to Saint-Gervais. Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas is also reachable by train via Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet. The Mont Blanc Express train connects the broader region, and local ski buses link Saint-Gervais, Le Bettex, and Saint-Nicolas.
How much is a lift pass in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas?
Lift passes in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas are available as Evasion Mont Blanc Adult Day Pass (EUR 59.00), Evasion Mont Blanc Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 295.00). Passes often cover the wider Evasion Mont Blanc, Haute-Savoie area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Book passes and ski lessons online in advance to secure the best rates, especially during the French school holidays in February.
Where are the best places to eat in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas?
Standout dining in Saint Gervais And Saint Nicolas includes Le Galeta (A cozy, atmospheric restaurant offering generous Savoyard specialties and excellent grilled dishes in a rustic chalet setting.), L'Épicerie de Véroce (A charming deli and café offering high-quality local products, perfect for a relaxed lunch or afternoon coffee stop.), La Folie Douce (Famous across the Alps for its high-altitude clubbing and excellent, albeit pricey, modern French cuisine.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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