Montgenèvre
The eternal pioneer
Montgenèvre is more than just a resort: it’s a passageway, a history and a horizon on the borders of France and Italy. The doyenne of French ski resorts, today it combines alpine tradition and modern sports.
A doyenne
who never gets old
Montgenèvre is a pioneer. The first French resort to open its slopes in 1907, it remains a major crossroads today, perched on its eponymous pass at 1,860 m altitude. In the heart of the village, skiers step right onto their doorstep to take to the slopes on either the Chalvet or Gondrans side. And for those with a sweet tooth, the horizon widens: head for Italy and the Milky Way, the vast cross-border ski area that gives every descent a taste of escape.
A heritage
that speaks loudly
In Montgenèvre, history can be read in stone and nature. The Janus and Chaberton fortifications still watch over the valley, witness to a strategic frontier. Further down, the Chenaillet reveals a rare geological treasure: an ancient oceanic ridge frozen in the mountain, at the heart of the nature reserve. And it‘ s here that the Durance, the emblematic river of the Hautes-Alpes, gushes forth.
Setting coursefor 2030
Tomorrow, Montgenèvre will reach another milestone: the resort will host events for the 2030 Winter Olympics. A consecration for a region that has always been one step ahead. The event promises to be a gas pedal, a new chapter in which the doyenne will prove once again that it knows how to evolve without ever denying its Alpine identity.
Two countries
a large domain
It’s one of Montgenèvre’s signature features: the Franco-Italian 100 run. In a single stretch, skiers switch from one country to the other, from the French Alps to the panoramas of Piedmont. A unique experience that symbolizes the resort’s DNA: a place of passage, sharing and openness. A borderless mountain that invites you to travel.
Montgenèvre
in figures
| SKI LIFTS | 55 |
| TRACKS | 169 |
| KM DESCENT | 205 |
1 domain, 2 countries
Montgenèvre highlights
Family
La 1 000 pattes
The famous 1000 pattes, France’s largest gathering of young skiers, is the last major event of the year, and is above all a time for sharing and conviviality.
Sport
Snow triathlon
Here’s a celebration of the great outdoors: running on snow-covered trails, pedaling on a studded mountain bike and finishing with a few lengths of swimming, all in the heart of France’s oldest resort.
Culture
Montgenèvre puts on a show
Live shows, offbeat entertainment and festive concerts transform the village into a cultural crossroads where locals and visitors meet in a convivial atmosphere.
Practical notebook
- Plan des pistes
- Webcam
- Bulletin neige
- Hébergements et services
Need advice?
The tourist office,
your local ally
Good deals, ideas for activities, personalized advice: don’t hesitate to come and meet or contact the Tourist Office teams to make the most of your destination.
Montgenèvre
320 Route d’Italie Espace Prarial, 05100 Montgenèvre
