| resort altitude: | 1600m |
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| ski area: | Portes du Soleil |
| height at summit: | 2470m (portes du soleil) |
| marked runs: | 650km |
| snow park: | yes |
| snow rating: |  |
| nearest airports: |
chambery 2½hrs geneva 1½hrs lyon 3½hrs |
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| rail: | val d'illiez |
| beginners: |  |
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| intermediates: | |
| experts: | |
| snowboarding: | |
Part of the massive Portes
du Soleil, Les Crosets, located at 1,668m, is
the ideal jumping-off point for families, sports lovers and anyone who
wants to explore the Portes du Soleil.
The resort boasts excellent snow conditions and a quick-as-a-wink connection with France over the spectacular pointe des Mossettes lift (2,277m).
In summer, the snow melts and gives way to an infinite number of hiking and all-terrain biking trails, criss-crossing the alpine pastures and leading to rustic local eateries and rest-stops. Fishing enthusiasts will love the Lac Vert, also the setting of a charming animal park with animals from around the world.
One summer highlight is the foire du bétail, an unforgettable event which showcases music, local artisans and traditions against a backdrop of local farmers conducting the very serious business of buying and selling their livestock.
Winter activities include:
Summer activities include:
| Eating out: | some nice restaurants and hotels in resort |
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| Apres ski: | tends to be quiet - a handful of homely cafés and restaurants and the Sundance Pub. |
| Non skiers: | walking trails |