Aussois, French Alps

Aussois: 5 things to know before you go

French Alps, France 🇫🇷

A sunny stone village on a south-facing balcony in the Haute-Maurienne, Aussois is friendly, authentic and snow-sure up high. It looks out over the Vanoise and the Dent Parrachée.

1.Is the snow reliable in Aussois?

Generally yes. From 1500 m at the base to 2750 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 80/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

With 55 km of piste on 11 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (6 green, 12 blue, 12 red, 5 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Aussois stands out for a family-friendly setup.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 14 (about 17 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.

The full Aussois guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

See the full Aussois guide

More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Aussois have?
About 1250 m of vertical, from a 1500 m base to 2750 m at the top.
Is Aussois part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 55 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Aussois good for beginners?
It can work: 6 green and 12 blue runs are enough to start, though the area rewards skiers who can already link turns.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Résidence Goélia Les Flocons d'Argent
4.2861 reviews
115
Top pick

Résidence Goélia Les Flocons d'Argent

Great · 861 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Aussois, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

Guests rate this hotel as great (4.2/5 from 861 reviews). It sits about 350 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Aussois, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 350 m to the slopesMid-range
From
115/ night
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Alpina Lodge Vanoise
4.3136 reviews
115

Alpina Lodge Vanoise

Very good · 136 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Aussois, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

≈ 150 m to the slopesMid-range
From
115/ night
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Live snow reportSki-in/ski-out: France