Opening and Season Dates for French Ski Resorts
When do Ski Areas open in France?
Ski resorts currently open include Chamonix, Les Arcs, Tignes, Val Thorens and Val d'Isère.
Please Note :- These are planned opening dates.
All Ski Areas are subject to changing snow, weather and road conditions - so actual opening dates and times can change dramatically and at short notice.
You can find the latest reported and forecast snow and weather for France on J2Ski, but always check with the resort Tourist Office before travelling.
| Ski Resort | Season Start | Season End |
|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | early December | 4 May 2025 |
| Courchevel | early December | Late April |
| La Clusaz | late December | 27 April 2025 |
| La Grave | early December | Late April |
| Les Arcs | mid December | Late April |
| Méribel | early December | Late April |
| Tignes | early October | 4 May 2025 |
| Val Thorens | late November | 4 May 2025 |
| Val d'Isère | late November | 4 May 2025 |