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Les Contamines / Hauteluce Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 12
Projected to open December 12, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 12
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Last Snowfall
Oct 25
6d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
32cm
7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Les Contamines / Hauteluce is a ski resort located in the Mont Blanc region of Haute-Savoie, France, offering a traditional alpine village atmosphere and scenic mountain views. The resort features a varied ski area suitable for all levels, with both alpine and Nordic skiing, as well as family-friendly amenities and activities. Its natural setting, extensive snowshoe and cross-country trails, and focus on outdoor experiences make it a distinctive destination for winter sports and relaxation.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Les Contamines / Hauteluce
Lifts
25
Longest run
10 km / 6.2 mi
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
L’Apéro – This cozy and welcoming bar in Les Contamines is highly regarded for its friendly atmosphere, excellent selection of local wines and craft beers, and regular live music events, making it a favorite spot for après-ski relaxation and socializing among both locals and visitors.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 31, 12:09 AM UTC
40cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-16%
vs 5-Year Avg
47cm avg by now
+20%
vs 30-Year Avg
33cm avg by now
47cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 39.6 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~39.5 cm. That's 16% below the 5-year average (47 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 20% above the 30-year average (33 cm).
Les Contamines / Hauteluce Season Snowfall
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Les Contamines / Hauteluce Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 666cm with an average of 85 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 23% above this average (820cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 90cm | 12 days | 43cm | 84cm | 20cm |
| December | 122cm | 13 days | 112cm | 157cm | 24cm |
| January | 114cm | 13 days | 164cm | 208cm | 23cm |
| February | 92cm | 11 days | 197cm | 234cm | 21cm |
| March | 90cm | 12 days | 211cm | 241cm | 21cm |
| April | 61cm | 10 days | 200cm | 230cm | 14cm |
| May | 41cm | 7 days | 135cm | 188cm | 12cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 12, 2026
Through Apr 10, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Les Contamines / Hauteluce
- Where is Les Contamines / Hauteluce?
- Les Contamines / Hauteluce is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Les Contamines / Hauteluce?
- Les Contamines / Hauteluce runs from a base elevation of 1,164 m (3,819 ft) to a summit of 2,500 m (8,202 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,336 m (4,383 ft).
- How big is Les Contamines / Hauteluce?
- Les Contamines / Hauteluce has 48 marked runs and 25 lifts.
- When is ski season at Les Contamines / Hauteluce?
- Les Contamines / Hauteluce typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Les Contamines / Hauteluce get in a typical season?
- Les Contamines / Hauteluce averages 150 inches / 381 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
