Wintersport La Chapelle d'Abondance (near Châtel)

Authentic French winter-sport village, nearby de Swiss border

La Chapelle d'Abondance is a quiet and authentic mountain village and is known for its traditional constructions. The village is situated at and altitude of 1020 metres, between Châtel and Abondance, at only 5 km from the Swiss border.
La Chapelle d'Abondance is part of the ski area Les Portes du Soleil. This large ski area features 650 km of ski slopes and offers challenging runs for skiers and snowboarders of each level. After a long day on the slopes you can also enjoy the village with e.g. supermarkets, restaurants and night life.

There is a lift- and slope connection between the Super Châtel ski area and the Linga area. Due to this connection you can easily ski from Chapelle d´Abondance to Avoriaz. The two new ski lifts, situated above the Vonnes lake and the ski run towards the lifts offer the chance to fully enjoy this extensive ski area!