About Chatel


Châtel is located centrally in the 2nd largest snowboard area in the world; the Portes du Soleil. This vast area, linking together 650kms of snowboard runs between France and Switzerland, offers something for everyone. There are many snow parks, snowboard cross tracks, marked safe off-piste areas and even the Burton Stash, which is a forest shaped into a snow park.

 

The village of Châtel has it's roots in farming and wood production. As it is situated at the top of the Abondance valley, made it the perfect place to log trees down stream. It's also known for it's local cheese - Abondance AOP, named after the Abondance valley. This cheese can be found in it's local dish - Berthoud, which is a combination of melted cheese, white wine, garlic, and madiera, served with hot potatoes, meat, and salad.



how are snow conditions in chatel?

Châtel has excellent snow conditions, especially in comparison to other resorts at a similar altitude that are neighbouring it, and even in comparison to other countries with similar altitudes. Don't be fooled by the high altitude game, resorts where pistes are packed and everything has been scraped off by people or extreme wind.

 

With climate change, the snow canons put down an artificial base layer first, this helps to protect it, that even in the last week of April, there will be no rocks on the pistes! And, with it's orientation to the sun, when other valleys are green, Châtel still has plenty of snow depth, as it grabs the suns rays only for when you are on the slopes. This helps to prevent thermal degradation of the snow. Due to these factors, the reputation of Châtel as a snow sure resort keeps growing and growing for people who visit.

 



Where do i snowboard in Chatel?

There are 4 main areas to explore the 130 kilometres of slopes that Châtel has to offer, all lift connected:

  • Pre La Joux - Fun blue and red terrain for carving and jibbing.
  • Super Chatel - For the local snow park and snowboard cross.
  • Linga - Steep slopes for short turns and high speed descents.
  • Petit Chatel - Scenic area with sunny slopes.

There's also another 520 kilometres of slopes linked to Châtel in the Portes du Soliel, which spans France and Switzerland... This is only the marked runs!



how are the Snow parks in Chatel?

Our local snow park, is Smooth Park, located in Super Châtel area, and guess what? Yes, it has super flowy jumps and lines that you can easily spend your week in there. It has 2 button lifts to access the park, so there are never long queues, plus, enjoy everything, from boxes, to rails to jumps, on a top to bottom shred.

 

Plus, there's also a snowboard cross course at the side for speedsters to race on. This is an entry level snowboard cross track, which at times can be up to a high level of features to train on, with help from our friends at the park. There are also gates to train starts from. 

 

It's also only a 3 lift journey to Avoriaz, the centre of the Portes du Soliel, where you will find the Burton Stash, a terrain park with natural jibbing elements, plus and other fun snow parks. 



what to do in the evening?

Depending on what you want from the evening and night, there is plenty for everyone.

  • Float and relax in the new health spa.
  • Get cosy in one of the more quiet local, romantic cafes.
  • Party with friends at apres, in a variety of bars.
  • Dance the night away at the nightclub.
  • Enjoy fine wine and food in the cafes restaurants.
  • Work more on your physique with the Chatel Tonic club.
  • Visit the local cinema to catch a movie.
  • Check the event calendar for up to date information for what's on in Chatel: https://en.chatel.com/diary-all-entertainment.html


how do i get to chatel?

  1. Fly - Geneva is the closest and easiest option. There is also Zurich and Basel.
  2. Organise a transfer from the airport with our friends at Chatel transfer: https://www.chateltransfer.com/
  3. Take a train or bus to Thonon-les-Bains, then a bus up the valley.
  4. Hire a car.


where is torr snowboarding located?

This map shows our home office location.


where is the meeting point?

Our meeting point is in the Pre la Joux area, at the very top of the car park, next to the map with time and temperature.


What are the opening and closing dates for chatel 2024/25?

From start of December to end of April. Check out the official guidance here: https://www.chatel.com/ouvertures-du-domaine-skiable.html

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