The largest ski area in the Southern Alps, Serre-Chevalier offers:

• 250 km of ski slopes

• 82 runs: 13 black, 28 red, 26 blue and 15 green

• 58 ski lifts

• One town (Briançon) and three villages: Saint-Chaffrey, Villeneuve and Le Monêtier-les-Bains

• Exceptional sunshine throughout the ski season!

Prorel picnic area

Enjoy a unique mountain picnic experience in Serre-Chevalier! Alongside its many mountain restaurants, the Serre-Chevalier ski area offers three dedicated picnic areas where you can enjoy a delicious outdoor meal with a view. Each area is equipped with a plancha grill, perfect for cooking your own grilled food, burgers or whatever takes your fancy. You'll also find tables and sun loungers where you can relax, soak up the sunshine and admire the stunning Alpine scenery. It's a wonderful experience to share with family or friends: a chance to enjoy a relaxing break away from the busy mountain restaurants. Without a doubt, this is our favourite lunch spot in Serre-Chevalier!

A little local tip: Outside the French school holiday periods, you'll usually have no trouble finding a spot. However, around New Year and during the February holidays, these picnic areas can get very busy at lunchtime. We recommend arriving early to secure your place, or waiting until the lunchtime rush has passed. You'll easily find all three locations marked with a BBQ symbol on the Serre-Chevalier piste map. So pack your favourite food, enjoy the sunshine and make the most of a memorable mountain lunch!

Ski Serre-Chevalier

Serre-Chevalier

Serre-Chevalier: An exceptional Alpine playground for winter sports! As the largest ski area in the Southern Alps, with an impressive 250 km of slopes, Serre-Chevalier has something for everyone. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced skier, you'll find plenty to enjoy across its varied slopes, with runs to suit all abilities. Ski through the beautiful larch forests, so typical of our region, or head up to the mountain peaks for an unforgettable high-altitude Alpine experience. With several access points at Briançon, Saint-Chaffrey, Villeneuve and Le Monêtier-les-Bains, you can explore the ski area from different starting points. Take a break and enjoy the mountain sunshine! Three high-altitude picnic areas await you in spectacular surroundings, equipped with plancha grills, tables and sun loungers. The perfect opportunity to enjoy a relaxing lunch while taking in the breathtaking Alpine views.

La Maïta Guesthouse is ideally located for your skiing holiday. Just a 10-minute drive from the Prorel gondola in Briançon, or 15 minutes from Saint-Chaffrey, home to the legendary Luc Alphand ski run. For the best skiing experience, we recommend visiting outside the French school holiday periods, when the slopes are generally quieter. Prefer not to drive? Convenient shuttle buses are available just a short walk from the house, making it easy to reach Briançon and connect with the ski area. Make La Maïta your home away from home and enjoy an unforgettable skiing holiday in the heart of the French Alps. We look forward to welcoming you!

Serre-Chevalier, mais pas que!

Fancy a change of scenery? Discover even more of the Southern Alps! If you enjoy variety and like to make the most of your mountain holiday, you'll be delighted by the many possibilities around Serre-Chevalier. There's so much more to explore, with several fantastic ski resorts and outdoor activities just a short drive away.

Fancy trying a different ski area for a day? Why not head to Montgenèvre for a change of scenery? A day of skiing here is included with the Serre-Chevalier weekly ski pass! This welcoming, family-friendly resort offers breathtaking scenery, wide-open slopes and, generally, fewer crowds (except during school holiday periods).

For expert skiers and snowboarders, the legendary off-piste paradise of La Grave is just a 45-minute drive away. With its spectacular high-mountain terrain and unforgettable freeriding opportunities, it's the perfect destination for an extraordinary day on the snow.

Les Deux Alpes is also within easy reach, offering another fantastic option for a day of skiing and the chance to discover completely different Alpine landscapes. Prefer exploring beyond the ski slopes? The region is a fantastic destination for ski touring and splitboarding, with outstanding routes to discover, including the beautiful landscapes around Col du Lautaret, as shown in our photo. You'll also find countless snowshoeing trails, allowing you to escape the crowds, immerse yourself in nature and discover the beauty of our mountains at your own pace.

La Maïta Guesthouse is perfectly positioned between Montgenèvre and Serre-Chevalier, La Maïta gives you easy access to an incredible variety of mountain activities. Whether you're looking for world-class skiing, unforgettable off-piste adventures, peaceful snowshoe walks or simply a change of scenery, you'll find it all within easy reach. Stay at La Maïta and make every day of your Alpine holiday a new adventure!