Now it's your turn to experience the excitement of the very first time!
We're talking about your first time on the slopes, of course!
You or your child have decided to to discover the joys of skiing ? What a great idea!
It's an addictive activity, but one that's good for your body and mind! The Serre Chevalier ski area offers a gentle introduction to skiing. Everything at Serre Chevalier is designed to make it easy for you tolearning with peace of mind.
Start off with confidence in our "Discovery" areas.
Located on the snow front* or at altitude (easy access), our "Discovery" areas serve short green runs. They enable you to get to grips with the slopes progressively on each each of our sites briançon, Chantemerle, Villeneuve and Monêtier(single price per day, per person and per sector).
Are you afirst-timer?
Briançon - A specially reserved area at altitude
- 1 return Prorel level 1 gondola ride
- Unlimited access to the Pitchounet ski lift
Chantemerle - An area specially reserved for you at altitude
- 1 return trip on the Ratier level 1 gondola lift
- Carpet accessible to all and 2 Pré Ratier lifts
Villeneuve - 3 sectors are specially reserved for you
- snow front*
- 3 lifts: Chazelet, Mickey, Aiche
- then at altitude
- 1 round-trip Aravet gondola lift
- Aravet Discovery Area with 2 carpets
OR
- on the snow front*
- 3 lifts: Chazelet, Mickey, Aiche
- then up to the top :
- NEW 1 round trip Pontillas gondola lift
- clot ski lift
- fil neige Méa (similar to a gondola lift, but with handles)
Monêtier - A special area is reserved for you on the snow front**
- 2 ski lifts: Ecole, Pré Chabert
Each of these "beginner" zones allows you to train safely on green runs.
**Bottom of area
Useful information
- Free access: if you're a first-timer (i.e. you've never put on skis before), a gondola lift (near the Chazelay, Mickey and Aiche lifts) and the Bez lift (near the Pontillas gondola) are available on the snow front* in Villeneuve.
NB: a telecorde is a type of ski lift consisting of a man-height cable that is gripped by hand and gives access to a gentle slope.
The Chanteloube ski lift and the carpet on the snow front at Monêtier are also ideal for beginners. - Visit Ski Bus for easy access from one area to another. To find out more
Not quite a beginner, but not yet a champion?
You've already had a chance to put on your skis, but that was a long time ago. Skiing is like cycling: you never forget! Or have you gained enough confidence in the "Beginner" areas and feel ready to take on the green and then blue slopes of the resort?
The " Petits Domaines* "are made for you! You'll have fun, make progress and feel more and more at ease. Just imagine how happy you'll be when you feel you've mastered your turns on steeper slopes, and experience the joy of sliding. Because yes, that's what's going to happen to you, and certainly sooner than you think. You don't need to be an expert to experience these sensations; you'll enjoy every step of the way.
- Briançon: 3-hour or day pass >> 2 green runs and 3 blue runs for beginners
- Chantemerle / Villeneuve: day pass >> 7 green runs and 5 blue runs at Chantemerle & 5 green runs and 11 blue runs at Villeneuve for beginners
- Monêtier: 3-hour, full-day or 6-day pass >> 6 blue runs for beginners
then, of course, you can continue your learning on the red and black runs also available at each of these sites.
New The 5-pass Discovery Pass: the ideal alternative for those who want to progress or those who prefer to take their time and explore the Serre Chevalier area at their own pace. You can also take advantage of a picnic area, equipped with planchas, for a moment shared with family and friends.
A few tips
You're almost there. Your impatience is at its peak. We know what you mean! We've come up with a handful of recommendations to help you get the most out of your skiing.
- Staying in shape is essential. To prepare yourself physically, we recommend that you take part in an activity before your stay. If you're short of ideas or don't know where to start, you can easily find numerous tutorials online.
- Make sure you have the right outfit for the activity: waterproof pants and jacket, breathable under-sweater and fleece(s), gloves, hat.. Serre Chevalier's shops are stocked with skiwear and accessories.
- When it comes to your equipment, go to a valley professional who will be able to advise you. Don't forget your helmet ;)
- To learn to ski and make rapid progress while adopting the right technique, nothing beats the services of a ski instructor. You'll be able to progress with complete peace of mind and in total safety.
Enjoy your skiing ;)
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