Saint-François-Longchamp, French Alps
French Alps

Saint-François-Longchamp

On the sunny side of the Col de la Madeleine, Saint-François-Longchamp links with Valmorel to form the 165 km Grand Domaine. It is relaxed, affordable and refreshingly uncrowded.

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Altitude
1,450 - 2,550 m
Vertical drop
1,100 m
Pistes
165 km
Lifts
49
Snow score
82/100
Season
Dec 14 → Apr 14

Pistes and lifts

What you can ski here
AlpineSnowboardSnowpark
91 marked runs
Green
20
Blue
35
Red
28
Black
8
Average snow by month
115cm
Dec
165cm
Jan
205cm
Feb
195cm
Mar
125cm
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.

Hôtel La Perelle
4.3419 reviews
125
Top pick

Hôtel La Perelle

Very good · 419 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Saint-François-Longchamp.

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.3/5 from 419 reviews). It sits about 1.9 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Saint-François-Longchamp, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 1.9 km to the slopesMid-range
From
125/ night
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Le Beauséjour Montaimont
4.6225 reviews
130

Le Beauséjour Montaimont

Excellent · 225 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Saint-François-Longchamp, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 4.0 km to the slopesMid-range
From
130/ night
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Hôtel Casa Moho | Saint-François-Longchamp
4.5248 reviews
125

Hôtel Casa Moho | Saint-François-Longchamp

Very good · 248 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Saint-François-Longchamp, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

≈ 200 m to the slopesMid-range
From
125/ night
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Hôtel Lac Bleu 1650
4.4258 reviews
125

Hôtel Lac Bleu 1650

Very good · 258 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Saint-François-Longchamp, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 1.5 km to the slopesMid-range
From
125/ night
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Résidence Goélia Les 4 Vallées
3.9528 reviews
120

Résidence Goélia Les 4 Vallées

Good · 528 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Saint-François-Longchamp.

≈ 1.9 km to the slopesMid-range
From
120/ night
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Résidence Goélia Le Rond Point des Pistes
4.0213 reviews
95

Résidence Goélia Le Rond Point des Pistes

Great · 213 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Saint-François-Longchamp.

≈ 1.1 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
95/ night
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Résidence Odalys Les Balcons du Soleil
3.7194 reviews
115

Résidence Odalys Les Balcons du Soleil

Good · 194 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Saint-François-Longchamp.

≈ 1.8 km to the slopesMid-range
From
115/ night
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Résidence Belle Vue
3.4209 reviews
100

Résidence Belle Vue

Good · 209 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Saint-François-Longchamp.

≈ 1.4 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
100/ night
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Village Vacances ATC Routes du Monde
4.637 reviews
130

Village Vacances ATC Routes du Monde

Excellent · 37 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Saint-François-Longchamp, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

≈ 250 m to the slopesMid-range
From
130/ night
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Mountain Lodge
5.015 reviews
150

Mountain Lodge

Excellent · 15 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Saint-François-Longchamp, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 1.8 km to the slopesMid-range
From
150/ night
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Ski-in/ski-out

Purpose-built Saint-François-Longchamp sits on the snow-front below the Col de la Madeleine, so most apartments are genuinely ski-in/ski-out.

Get to know the resort

Saint-François-Longchamp sits high on the Maurienne side of the Col de la Madeleine and connects over the pass with Valmorel to make the 165 km Grand Domaine, a sunny, mostly intermediate playground. The runs are wide and confidence-building, with the higher slopes toward the Cheval Noir holding good snow and longer descents. It is one of the better-value family bases in the Savoie, low-key and friendly, with plenty of slope-side lodging.

Saint-François-Longchamp, French Alps
Saint-François-Longchamp, French Alps

Hotels in Saint-François-Longchamp

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

Plan your trip

Frequently asked questions

Is Saint-François-Longchamp good for beginners?+

Saint-François-Longchamp offers 165 km of pistes across 49 lifts, from 1,450 m to 2,550 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 Saint-François-Longchamp?+

The season runs from Dec 14 to Apr 14, with a snow score of 82/100. 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?+

Purpose-built Saint-François-Longchamp sits on the snow-front below the Col de la Madeleine, so most apartments are genuinely ski-in/ski-out.

How big is the Saint-François-Longchamp ski area?+

Saint-François-Longchamp has 165 km of marked pistes served by 49 lifts, between 1,450 m and 2,550 m of altitude.

Is Saint-François-Longchamp more for beginners or experts?+

Saint-François-Longchamp counts about 91 marked runs in total. The colour breakdown above shows how they split by difficulty, a good guide to whether the resort fits your level.