
Switzerland
Your spectacular ski-in, ski-out gateway to the massive Portes du Soleil.
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About the Resort
Perched at 1,668 meters, Les Crosets is a sunny, high-altitude resort in the Swiss Canton of Valais, renowned for its unbeatable ski-in, ski-out convenience. As an integral hub of the colossal Portes du Soleil ski area, it offers immediate access to one of the largest linked ski networks in the world, effortlessly bridging the spectacular terrain of the Swiss and French Alps.
The Resort
Though smaller and quieter than its glamorous neighbor Avoriaz, Les Crosets boasts a distinct charm and an intense focus on winter sports. The village is practically built onto the pistes, meaning zero walking in ski boots. It is home to world-class facilities, including the famous Superpark, making it a major hotspot for freestyle skiers and snowboarders looking for professional-grade jumps and rails.
With swift lift connections, breathtaking views of the majestic Dents du Midi, and access to notoriously challenging pistes like the 'Swiss Wall', Les Crosets perfectly balances high-adrenaline terrain with a peaceful, dedicated skier's village atmosphere.
On the Mountain
Les Crosets offers spectacular skiing with rapid lift access to both the Swiss and French sectors of the Portes du Soleil. The local slopes feature wide open cruisers, world-class terrain parks, and a direct link to legendary expert runs, ensuring thrilling terrain for every ability level.
Portes du Soleil, Valais
Spanning the French-Swiss border, the Portes du Soleil is one of the world's largest ski areas with 600km of interconnected pistes across 12 unique resorts.
Location
Resort Details
Ideal For
Freestyle Riders
Home to the Superpark, featuring pro-level kickers and extensive rail lines.
Expert Skiers
Direct access to The Swiss Wall and countless steep freeride routes.
Distance Cruisers
The perfect starting point to explore the full 600km of the Portes du Soleil.
Families
Ultimate ski-in, ski-out convenience making morning logistics effortless.
Full Collection
Where to Eat
Chez Chaudron
On-mountain (Les Crosets slopes)
A cozy, traditional alpine hut renowned for its hearty Swiss classics and spectacular sunny terrace.
Le Toupin
Between Les Crosets and Champoussin
An authentic mountain chalet offering fantastic regional dishes and stunning views of the Dents du Midi.
Restaurant Les Marmottes
Village Center
Conveniently located near the main lifts, perfect for a quick, delicious Swiss lunch or lively après-ski drinks.
L'Étable
Crosets/Champéry Border
Housed in a working farm building where you can see the animals through a glass window while dining on premium local produce.
Common Questions
The ski season in Les Crosets typically runs Mid-December to late April. The resort averages 6m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. The full Portes du Soleil pass is highly recommended to make the most of the border-crossing lifts.
Les Crosets offers 600km of pistes with a vertical drop of 1,227m. Les Crosets offers spectacular skiing with rapid lift access to both the Swiss and French sectors of the Portes du Soleil. The local slopes feature wide open cruisers, world-class terrain parks, and a direct link to legendary expert runs, ensuring thrilling terrain for every ability level. It forms part of the Portes du Soleil, Valais ski area.
Your spectacular ski-in, ski-out gateway to the massive Portes du Soleil. Les Crosets is a modern mountain resort, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include ski in ski out, extensive terrain, snowpark, advanced, experts.
Les Crosets receives an average of 6m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 2,277m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Excellent mid-season base with deep accumulations on the high-altitude bowls..
Les Crosets is well-suited for several types of visitors. For freestyle riders: Home to the Superpark, featuring pro-level kickers and extensive rail lines. For expert skiers: Direct access to The Swiss Wall and countless steep freeride routes. For distance cruisers: The perfect starting point to explore the full 600km of the Portes du Soleil.
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), about 130km away (approximately 1h 45min by transfer). Private minibuses and shared shuttles are readily available from Geneva directly to the resort. Les Crosets is also reachable by train via Val-d'Illiez. Take the train from Geneva to Aigle, switch to the AOMC regional train to Val-d'Illiez, and take the direct post bus up to Les Crosets.
Lift passes in Les Crosets are available as Adult Day Pass (Portes du Soleil) (CHF 68), Adult 6-Day Pass (Portes du Soleil) (CHF 340). Passes often cover the wider Portes du Soleil, Valais area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Book lift passes and accommodation well in advance for the February school holidays.
Standout dining in Les Crosets includes Chez Chaudron (A cozy, traditional alpine hut renowned for its hearty Swiss classics and spectacular sunny terrace.), Le Toupin (An authentic mountain chalet offering fantastic regional dishes and stunning views of the Dents du Midi.), Restaurant Les Marmottes (Conveniently located near the main lifts, perfect for a quick, delicious Swiss lunch or lively après-ski drinks.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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