Cross-country skiing in France

17 mountain destinations in France offer cross-country skiing on Alpe Match, mainly in winter. Compare them by altitude, season and price level, and see the services available in each destination.

17 destinations compared

DestinationVillage altitudeMax altitudeSki areaLiftsSeasonPrice levelServices
Samoëns
Haute-Savoie
720 m2,500 m265 km62Winter–2
Les Arcs
Savoie
1,200 m3,226 m200 km52Winter–2
Bonneval-sur-Arc
Savoie
1,759 m3,642 m32 km10Winter–1
La Clusaz
Aravis Valley
1,040 m2,600 m125 km49Winter–1
La Grave
Alte Alpi
1,497 m3,983 m19 km3Winter–1
Alpe d'Huez
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,850 m3,330 m250 km89Winter€€€1
Avoriaz
Haute-Savoie
1,681 m2,466 m75 km34Winter–1
Courchevel
Savoie
1,100 m3,054 m150 km58Winter–1
Morzine
Haute-Savoie
1,395 m2,460 m120 km48Winter–1
Cauterets
Hautes-Pyrénées
500 m3,300 m38 km15Winter––
Font-Romeu
Occitanie - Pyrénées
1,710 m2,213 m58 km23Winter––
Montgenèvre
Hautes-Alpes
1,860 m2,700 m110 km24Winter––
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,030 m4,807 m172 km65Winter€€€€1
Megève
Rhône-Alpes
1,027 m2,485 m445 km108Winter–1
Pra Loup / Val d'Allos (Espace Lumière)
Val d'Allos
1,500 m2,600 m180 km37Winter–1
Tignes & Val d'Isère
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,550 m3,599 m300 km80Winter–1
Val Thorens
Les 3 Vallées
2,300 m3,230 m150 km31Winter–1
Compare Samoëns, Les Arcs, Bonneval-sur-Arc

Cross-country skiing in each destination

Samoëns

Haute-Savoie, France
Cross-Country SkiingCross-country skiingCross-country Skiing
  • Nordic Skiing Area of Le Joux PlaneWinter

    Located at a higher altitude (approx. 1700m), the Col de Joux Plane offers a breathtaking Nordic skiing experience, distinct from the alpine pistes. This area features a dedicated network of cross-country ski trails,…

  • Pistes de Fond du Haut Giffre (Cross-country ski trails network)Winter

    The Haut Giffre valley boasts an extensive network of cross-country skiing (Nordic skiing) trails, offering over 50 km of groomed tracks through forests and open meadows. This includes trails at the valley floor (e.g.,…

Full guide to Samoëns

Les Arcs

Savoie, France
Cross-Country SkiingCross-country skiing
Full guide to Les Arcs

Bonneval-sur-Arc

Savoie, France
Alpine & Cross-Country SkiingCross-Country Skiing
  • Cross-country Ski TrailsWinter

    Bonneval-sur-Arc offers several kilometers of groomed cross-country ski trails, suitable for both classic and skating techniques. Trails wind through the valley floor along the Arc river, providing stunning views and a…

Full guide to Bonneval-sur-Arc

La Clusaz

Aravis Valley, France
Cross-Country SkiingCross-country skiing
  • Cross-Country Ski Area of Les ConfinsWinter

    Situated on a magnificent plateau, Les Confins is one of the most renowned cross-country skiing sites in the Haute-Savoie region. It offers approximately 50 km of meticulously groomed tracks, suitable for both classic…

Full guide to La Clusaz

La Grave

Alte Alpi, France
Alpine & Cross-Country SkiingCross-country skiing
  • Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing LoopsWinter

    For those seeking gentler winter pursuits, the Romanche valley around La Grave offers a network of groomed cross-country ski trails and marked snowshoeing routes. These trails provide stunning views of the surrounding…

Full guide to La Grave

Alpe d'Huez

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Alpine & Cross-Country Skiing
  • Cross-Country Skiing TracksWinter

    Alpe d'Huez and its surrounding areas offer a network of well-maintained cross-country ski trails, suitable for both classic and skating techniques. With varying lengths and difficulties, these tracks provide an…

Full guide to Alpe d'Huez

Frequently asked questions

Where can you go cross-country skiing in France?

Samoëns, Les Arcs, Bonneval-sur-Arc, La Clusaz, La Grave and Alpe d'Huez, among 17 destinations offer cross-country skiing according to Alpe Match data.

When is the season for cross-country skiing?

Based on the services listed in each destination, cross-country skiing is mainly available in winter. Dates vary every year: check with local operators.

Which cross-country skiing destination reaches the highest altitude in France?

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, with a maximum altitude of 4,807 m.

Cross-country skiing in France: 17 destinations compared | Alpe Match