Praz-de-Lys Sommand, French Alps
French Alps

Praz-de-Lys Sommand

A sunny, high-plateau twin resort in the Haute-Savoie Faucigny, Praz-de-Lys Sommand offers 50 km of family piste at 1500 m. Snow-sure altitude on a budget, less than an hour from Geneva.

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Altitude
1,500 - 2,002 m
Vertical drop
502 m
Pistes
50 km
Lifts
23
Snow score
76/100
Season
Dec 14 → Apr 7

Pistes and lifts

What you can ski here
AlpineSnowboardSnowpark
32 marked runs
Green
6
Blue
12
Red
10
Black
4
Average snow by month
90cm
Dec
130cm
Jan
165cm
Feb
155cm
Mar
100cm
Apr

Run counts and piste kilometres are indicative. Green runs only exist in France, Spain and Andorra; Italy, Austria and Switzerland start at blue. Indicative average snow depth near the top of the resort, in cm.

Where to stay

A handful of well-rated hotels in and around the resort. Pick one, then compare live prices across Booking, Expedia and Hotels.com.

Les Roches 1500 - Hotel Au Pied Des Pistes Du Plateau De Sommand Praz De Lys
4.4425 reviews
135
Top pick

Les Roches 1500 - Hotel Au Pied Des Pistes Du Plateau De Sommand Praz De Lys

Very good · 425 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Praz-de-Lys Sommand, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.4/5 from 425 reviews). It sits about 3.1 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Praz-de-Lys Sommand, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 3.1 km to the slopesMid-range
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135/ night
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Ski-in/ski-out

Praz-de-Lys and Sommand are twin high-altitude resorts; many chalets and apartments sit right on the snow-front for genuine ski-in/ski-out.

Get to know the resort

Praz-de-Lys and Sommand sit on a sunny high plateau in the Haute-Savoie Faucigny, two slope-side villages linked into 50 km of mostly intermediate piste at 1500 m. The high base means reliable snow, the lift-served terrain is broad and well groomed, and the proximity to Geneva makes it a quietly popular weekend escape. With far better value than the famous Mont Blanc names down the road, it is a relaxed family pick that just delivers.

Praz-de-Lys Sommand, French Alps
Praz-de-Lys Sommand, French Alps

Hotels in Praz-de-Lys Sommand

Hotels and apartments around the lifts. Compare prices on Booking, Expedia and Hotels.com.

Plan your trip

Frequently asked questions

Is Praz-de-Lys Sommand good for beginners?+

Praz-de-Lys Sommand offers 50 km of pistes across 23 lifts, from 1,500 m to 2,002 m. Whether it suits beginners depends on the dedicated learner zones at the base of the slopes, so check the local ski-school options for green and blue run access.

When is the best time to ski Praz-de-Lys Sommand?+

The season runs from Dec 14 to Apr 7, with a snow score of 76/100. The best conditions are usually from late January through February, while spring skiing in March and April brings longer days and softer afternoons.

Where should I stay for true ski-in/ski-out?+

Praz-de-Lys and Sommand are twin high-altitude resorts; many chalets and apartments sit right on the snow-front for genuine ski-in/ski-out.

How big is the Praz-de-Lys Sommand ski area?+

Praz-de-Lys Sommand has 50 km of marked pistes served by 23 lifts, between 1,500 m and 2,002 m of altitude.

Is Praz-de-Lys Sommand more for beginners or experts?+

Praz-de-Lys Sommand counts about 32 marked runs in total. The colour breakdown above shows how they split by difficulty, a good guide to whether the resort fits your level.