By Air Geneva - 55km (transfer time within the hour)
By Train
By Car To get driving directions to the resort go to either the AA Website or the Michelin Route Planner website www.viamichelin.com or www.theaa.com
Looking for an airport transfer at a good rate? www.skitransfers.com offer an excellent service. English-speaking drivers greet you at the airport and then drive you to the resort. Their vehicles range in size up to a 19 seater minibus. Child seats also available.
About The Resort..
Skiing in Les Gets
Les Gets Resort
Les Gets is a quaint but expanding village close to Geneva. It is a little scattered around the valley but getting around is helped by the free 'petit train'. Lovely! There is lots to do and has many fine shops and restaurants to choose from. It can be a little quiet at times but definately gets busier come the weekend. The village dates back to the 11th century and its name come from the old French word, 'jets' which was used for the traditional slopes used to bring down the timber from the upland regions. Les Gets is not all about winter sports - there is a lot of traditional architecture and regional cuisine to enjoy. Visit the church whose organ dates back to 1910 or the Museum of Mechanical Music. Your lift pass allows you to ski/board in Abondance, Avoriaz 1800, Champery, Chatel, Le Chappelle d'Abondance, Les Crossets, Morgins & Morzine.
Resort Restaurants
Restaurants Les Gets
Vieux Chene
T: 0450 79 71 53
serves good Savoyard specialities
Le Tyrol - great pizza place
T: 0450 79 7055
Le Schuss
T: 0450 7971 67 another great pizza places
The best place in town is the
Ferme de Montagne
T: 0450 753 679 where the chef were trained by Alain Ducasse himself - reservations a must.
Nightlife..
Ares Ski and Nightlife in Les Gets
The resort can be quiet especially during the week but we recommend you head to Le Pub Irlandais
T: 0450 75 86 02 for its draught guiness
Bar Bush - for sport on TV
Blackbear - for a Canadian night out
Other Activities
Alternative Winter Activities in Les Gets
Fitness centre
Artificial ice rink
Ten pin bowling - open 4pm - 2am
Bridge - Hotel Stella - from 5th Jan-19th Jan 2008
Street market - every Thursday
The Perrieres Cheese Dairy - take a tour on Wednesday at 09am and see how Reblochon, Tomme and Abondance chees is produced. (free guided tour)
Cinema - a different film is shown every day
Husky rides
La Grande Odysee - is a long distance dog-sled race which brings together the best mushers in the world. The Portes du Soleil track includes 5 individual runs each starting from the centre of the village.
Snow shoeing
and if that isn't enough you can always visit Geneva.
Accommodation
Les Gets Accommodation
Ski Chalets in Les Gets
Try www.thechaletexperience.com If you're looking for everything to be taken care of on your ski holiday? Try The Chalet Experience, Les Gets, France.
Les Gets Chalets Chalet Le Replan is a gem of a chalet. For those who like to be near the pistes it's located only 200m away. Stunning views - a great family chalet which sleeps 8-11. There is a log-burning stove, Satelite TV and Free WiFi. The fully catered chalet comes with inclusive transfers to and from Geneva - ahhhh, we like that! Visit the website here for chalets les gets +44 (0) 1624 897 333 ski@chalets-lesgets.com
Let Get Hotels
Lots of family run hotels to choose from and 3 stars are the priority here.
If you want to explore other options check out www.lesgets.comit's an excellent source of information
Here are some UK tour operators and ski companies who offer ski accommodation in Les Gets
There are lots of British ski companies who go to Les Gets. These include Alpine Answers, AmeriCan Ski, Chalet Group Ski, Descent International, Esprit Ski, Ferme de Montagne, First Choice Ski, Independent Ski Links, Interactive Resorts, Lagrange, Oxford Ski Company, Peak Retreats, Reach4theAlps, Ski Activity, Ski Expectations, Ski Famille, Ski France, Ski Hillwood, Ski Holidayextras, Ski Independence, Ski Total, Skitracer and Snowfinders.
About The Mountain
Skiing in Les Gets
Les Gets is part of the mighty Portes du Soleil - a huge cross-border skiing resort (France and Switzerland) linked by extensive lift system. The first of the lifts were built in the 1960's between Les Crosets, Champery and Avoriaz. Today the Portes du Soleil region is one of the largest in the world with 14 rsorts in France and Switzerland. 650km of slopes for skiers of all levels.
Not the best of places to start out from for a day in the Portes Du Soleil but a short drive to Ardent really helps the days skiing. However Les Gets own slopes which are shared with Morzine should keep you interested enough for a few day swith it 48 lifts ad 110km of runs. Recent investment in the resort is also an added bonus. Due to low altitude and the woods it is a great place in bad weather especially as queues are not really an issue locally.
Advanced Look for the snow good days and head off piste, whilst the blacks on the upper slopes of Mount Chey are worth a go especially if a little bumpy
Intermediates Lots of excellent reds locally and the ability to explore the giant regio know as the Port du Soleil
Beginners Low altitude can prove to be a small problem on the nursery slopes with a lack of snow cover. None the less the village nursery slopes are nothing but convenient. Nurseries are available to take care of hte very small children and specially designed playgrounds introduce junior skier to the joys of the slopes. There is a special 'Grand Cry' area based around American indians that allows young skiers a theme based setting for their endeavours on piste.
Snowboarders There is a freestyle terrain park located up Mont Chery with a quarter pipe, hip, jumps, rails and a boarder cross and a slalom course too.
The freestyle district is ideal for experienced enthusiasts who can add to their range of trics on big airs, the hip and handrails.
Whilst the local slopes of Les Gets itself are ideal for beginners and intermediates there are not many of them.
Cross Country If you love your Cross Country (Ski de Fond) there is 18km of various terrain to go for. The Les Chavannes altitude 1500m, accessible by gondola, road and the Le Mont-Chery - altitude 1500m accessible by gondola. Ski schools all offer lessons and guided excursions.
Mountain Restuarants
Les Gets Restaurants in the Mountains
Good restaurants with reasonable prices is the story here inLes Gets.
Chez Nammon
on the Morzine side is very good
Vaifleu
T: 0450 79 0943
always serves an excellent steak and frites
La Chanterelle
T: 0450 75 70 57
on Mount Chery is excellent value for money too.
Ski Schools
Ski Schools in Les Gets
The Edge Snowsports Tel: +44 (0) 870 446 90 90 www.theedgesnowsports.com contact@theedgesnowsports.com A British ski school offering exceptional tuition from British instructors of all levels - whatever you want from your skiing The Edge Snowsports offers a unique and fantastic experience with tailored private tuition and small groups. If you want to find out more; send an email or call on the number above for more information.
Mint Snowboard School Mint Snowboard School is a small team of British snowboard instructors qualified to the highest level within the sport. Their young, enthusiastic team offer easy to understand techniques and fun focused coaching. Their aim is to get you riding and keep you progressing, whatever your level and focus. Mint Snowboard School offers private tuition, group sessions, freestyle coaching as well as fully inclusive snowboard camps. Mint Snowboarding is the sole dedicated snowboard school in the Portes du Soleil and the Mint team are the only specific snowboard instructors working in Morzine, Avoriaz & Les Gets. www.mintsnowboarding.com info@mintsnowboarding.com 0033 (0)6 80 77 66 09 The Snow Institute
Another highly recommended ski and snowboard school is The Snow Institute based in a number of areas around the Portes du Soleil ski area.Offering lessons accommodating your needs and requirements, The Snow Institute will teach you all there is to know about snowsports!Courses can be taken individually, in groups or however you would like to organize them.All course instructors are BASI trained so you can guarantee to get the most of your ski and snowboard experiences! If you're interested in courses with The Snow Institute in either Les Gets or Morzine then get in touch here.
Should you fancy a pampering session; complete with massage, facials, manicures and pedicures then look no further than www.pamperoffpiste.com Pamper off Piste offer massage and beauty treatments in the comfort of your chalet. Operating in Courchevel, Meribel, La Tania, Val D’Isere, La Plagne, Morzine and Le Gets; the professional and qualified British therapists are on hand to help you get the most from your holiday; whether you're after relaxation or treatment for your muscles to maximise time on the mountain, Pamper off Piste will have you relaxed in no time.
La Grande Odyssee - if you arrive at the right time in the season you may catch the long distance dog-sled race which brings together the best mushers in the world. There are five different runs (40-90km) and each one starts from the centre of the village.
Ski & Snowboard Hire Shop
Ski and Snowboard Hire Shop in Les Gets
We recommend hiring your skis and snowboards at one of the following ski rental shops
Michaud Sports shops 1 - located at 471 Rue du Centre Michaud Sports Shop 2 - located at Route du Front de Neige
If you book online here at Snowbrainer you can make big savings on the recommended retail price for all your winter equipment. Your rental ski and snowboards will be waiting for you in the shop on your arrival.
Ski Books, Snowboard Books and Ski Holiday Information Books
Looking for some information before you go on holiday or looking for a book to read when you are there. Here's some books we recommend. They're worth a read before you head off on your winter holiday or they can make great presents for skiers and snowboarders.
Top 5 Things To Take
Easy to use Piste Maps & Ski Trails Looking for high detailed piste maps for your GPS? Snowranger sells affordable quality digital maps that are great for any ski or snowboard trip. For those of you who’ve ever wondered which run gets you back to France from the Swiss side of Portes du Soleil or you’re racing the clock to get back from a Courchevel lunch to Val Thorens before the lifts shut this is invaluable kit. No more wrestling wet paper maps with frozen fingers! There are over 500 ski resorts piste maps in Europe and North America available. Go to Snow-Forecast Snowranger Film your Mates Jumps, Tricks & Shameful Ski / Snowboard Moments. We love the JAMCAM – it’s a head camera that allows you to capture your days skiing or snowboarding on the mountain. You can rent or buy the kit so for more details head to www.jam-cam.tv If you take the JAMCAM rental service in resort they include a host to record your day. The alternative is to rent before you leave, taking the equipment to the ski resort of your choice and posting back on your return. Gift vouchers are available via the website offering an unusual Christmas or Birthday present for your ski & snowboard mad friends.
What's an easy way to carry skis? Well we found the ‘THE HANDLE’ . This nifty little device allows you to carry your skis around without causing major injury to yourself and other members of the public. It’s incredibly easy to use – no Velcro just a click buckle. It’s also light and small enough to put in your pocket. www.ski-walker.com
Reviews
Tried Les Get last year with the family and what a good choice it was. A charming village with access to the Portes du Soleil, we had an excellent weeks skiing especially through the woods to Morzine and Avoriaz. It is a low resort but last year that barely mattered as there was so much snow at times the pistors didn’t know what to do with it. My elder son enjoyed ski school which is always a big plus. We liked it so much I think the wife has already got the credit card out and booked again!
By Kate Bannister on 23/10/2009 04:07:35
We’d been told Les Gets was great for families and that pretty much sealed the deal for us considering there were 3 families with a total of 10 kids between us heading out to the Alps. We all had a great trip – skiing was superb, as were the snowboarding lessons that many of the kids opted for! Many days we stopped up at Grande Ourse – great food in the mountains and warming vin chaud when that time comes…quite frequently the parents thought on this winter holiday!
By A Proctor on 03/12/2009 08:57:42
Ski Les Gets, Morzine, Avoriaz and the rest of the Portes du Soleil from this delightful town close to Geneva. We have always found it a good family base for our ski holiday. And go with two other families most years. We found your ski hire site on Google and would just like to say thank you for saving us over £400 between the lot of us. Very impressive.
By Ali Webster on 09/12/2009 14:50:18
Last year we stayed at Hotel Stella - very good food, wifi, transfers.
Ski Hire went well - cheers
By John M. on 04/01/2010 09:43:50
Les Gets is a great place for a family holiday and your shop Michaud Sports was very helpful especially with the boys who wanted to change to snowboards in the middle of the week.
By Ali H on 11/01/2010 09:36:30
Big group of us from work went on a ski and snowboard trip here to Les Gets…we went during a half term week and it was pretty busy…but we still had a great time despite more skiers and boarders out and about. The après ski and nightlife was pretty fun…we all spent many riotous night in the Irish Bar then headed over to the old Igloo disco…amusing evenings spent here in to the early hours. Great atmos – all in all a superb trip – thanks for the group discounts Snowbrainer…see ya next year!
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Le Schuss 
Les Gets Chalets
Not the best of places to start out from for a day in the Portes Du Soleil but a short drive to Ardent really helps the days skiing. However Les Gets own slopes which are shared with Morzine should keep you interested enough for a few day swith it 48 lifts ad 110km of runs. Recent investment in the resort is also an added bonus. Due to low altitude and the woods it is a great place in bad weather especially as queues are not really an issue locally.
Intermediates
Snowboarders
Mint Snowboard School is a small team of British snowboard instructors qualified to the highest level within the sport. Their young, enthusiastic team offer easy to understand techniques and fun focused coaching. Their aim is to get you riding and keep you progressing, whatever your level and focus. Mint Snowboard School offers private tuition, group sessions, freestyle coaching as well as fully inclusive snowboard camps. Mint Snowboarding is the sole dedicated snowboard school in the Portes du Soleil and the Mint team are the only specific snowboard instructors working in 
The museum of 
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