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Serre Chevalier Resort Guide
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 7
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
11cm
7-Day Forecast
3cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Serre Chevalier is a major ski resort located in the French Alps, stretching across several villages from Briançon to Le Monêtier-les-Bains. The resort offers 250 kilometers of ski slopes, a variety of terrain for all levels, and a blend of alpine charm with modern amenities. Signature experiences include extensive tree-lined runs, high-altitude skiing, and natural hot springs, while the resort’s atmosphere combines authentic mountain village life with a vibrant après-ski scene. Key amenities include a large lift network, family-friendly facilities, and a range of accommodation and dining options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Serre Chevalier
Lifts
68
Longest run
9 km / 5.6 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola7
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed 619
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair7
- Triple chair1
- Surface lift60
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
La Grotte – A renowned après-ski bar located at the base of the slopes in Villeneuve, La Grotte is celebrated for its energetic atmosphere, live music, themed parties, and spacious sun terrace, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the mountain.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:04 PM UTC
13cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-33%
vs 5-Year Avg
19cm avg by now
-53%
vs 30-Year Avg
27cm avg by now
19cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 12.8 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~12.7 cm. That's 33% below the 5-year average (19 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 53% below the 30-year average (27 cm).
Serre Chevalier Season Snowfall
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Serre Chevalier Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 493cm with an average of 76 snowfall days per season. 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 | 85cm | 11 days | 42cm | 77cm | 21cm |
| December | 82cm | 11 days | 96cm | 129cm | 20cm |
| January | 74cm | 11 days | 133cm | 163cm | 17cm |
| February | 58cm | 9 days | 155cm | 180cm | 16cm |
| March | 65cm | 11 days | 165cm | 188cm | 16cm |
| April | 57cm | 10 days | 153cm | 181cm | 14cm |
| May | 34cm | 6 days | 101cm | 149cm | 11cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
63 days scored, from 22 Feb
49
Best Day
15 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4322 Feb
- 3423 Feb
- 2824 Feb
March 2026
- 4915 Mar15cm
- 4314 Mar4cm
- 4331 Mar4cm
April 2026
- 411 Apr
- 362 Apr
- 333 Apr
March scored highest for Serre Chevalier in 2025-26. Based on 63 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 7, 2026
Through Apr 26, 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 Serre Chevalier
- Where is Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier runs from a base elevation of 1,200 m (3,937 ft) to a summit of 2,830 m (9,285 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,630 m (5,348 ft).
- How big is Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier has 82 marked runs and 68 lifts.
- When is ski season at Serre Chevalier?
- Serre Chevalier 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 Serre Chevalier get in a typical season?
- Serre Chevalier averages 236 inches / 600 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
