The closest ski resorts to Chambéry

Known as the "City of the Dukes," Chambéry is a pleasant place to live year-round thanks to its stunning mountain and lake surroundings. In Chambéry’s town centre, the iconic fountain “Les 4 sans culs” (The Four Half-Elephants) is just a few minutes’ walk from the recently renovated Chambéry - Challes-Les-Eaux train station (refurbished in 2021).

Chambéry is a gateway to the Alpine ski resorts. You can admire several mountain ranges: the Chaîne de l’Épine with the Dent du Chat in the background; the Bauges massif stretching to Annecy and Albertville, featuring the famous Croix du Nivolet overlooking the Margeriaz; the Chartreuse massif with its renowned Mont Granier; and nestled between the latter two, the Belledonne range, snow-capped nearly all year round.

As the capital of Savoie in the Northern Alps, Chambéry is the entry point to France’s most famous valley, the Tarentaise, as well as the milder but no less remarkable Maurienne valley. Discover the ski resorts closest to Chambéry.

Val Thorens

At 2,300 metres altitude, this large mountain village guarantees snow throughout the season, with accommodation close to or right by the slopes, and a lively, festive atmosphere both day and night. With visitors from all over the world, Val Thorens truly lives up to its international reputation.

How to get there from Chambéry?

By car: If you take the motorway (A43), the journey from Chambéry to Val Thorens takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. If you choose the local roads, you can enjoy views of charming Savoyard villages (and sometimes avoid heavy motorway traffic) in about 2 hours. In both cases, expect around 45 minutes of mountain driving.

Once in the resort, your car is no longer needed to get around — you can use the resort’s shuttle buses or enjoy walking in the fresh mountain air.

By train: The nearest train station to Val Thorens is Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains, located 37 km away. Direct regional trains (TER) run regularly from Chambéry to Moûtiers in 1 hour 30 minutes. From there, shuttles will take you to the resort in about 1 hour 15 minutes. Once at the resort, all travel can be done on foot, by shuttle, or even on skis!

Valmorel 

Valmorel, a ski resort near Chambéry, is the first station at the entrance of the Tarentaise Valley, making it very accessible from Chambéry. This charming mountain village is surrounded by fir trees and has a perfectly manageable size — truly “human scale.” Its pedestrian centre is lively by day but peaceful at night, sure to win you over. Valmorel, known as “La Belle,” lives up to its name and is the ideal resort for a successful family ski holiday!

A ski area full of fun

The Valmorel ski area is part of the Grand Domaine, linking the resort to Doucy and Saint-François-Longchamp in the Maurienne Valley. This means you’ll have the privilege of skiing across two iconic Savoie valleys, connected by the Col de la Madeleine. The Grand Domaine peaks at 2,832 metres and offers 165 km of snowy runs spread over more than 100 pistes, including 27 green, 48 blue, 20 red, and 8 black slopes, plus 11 fun zones — making it a varied and accessible playground for both adults and children.

How to get there from Chambéry?

By car: If you take the motorway (A43), the journey from Chambéry to Valmorel is straightforward and quick, taking around 1 hour 15 minutes. If you prefer the country roads, you can enjoy the charming Savoyard villages (and sometimes avoid motorway traffic) in about 1 hour 40 minutes. In both cases, there are only 15 minutes of mountain driving!

Once in the resort, your car won’t be needed to get around — you can use the station’s télébourg lift or simply enjoy walking in the fresh mountain air.

By train: The nearest station to Valmorel is Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains, 27 km away. Regular direct TER trains run between Chambéry and Moûtiers in 1 hour 30 minutes. From there, shuttles will take you to the resort in 30 minutes. Once at Valmorel, all your movements can be on foot, by télébourg, or on skis!

Chamrousse

Just 80 km from Chambéry and 30 km from Grenoble, Chamrousse is a ski resort located at the tip of the Belledonne mountain range. It’s a convenient and accessible destination for anyone looking to ski near Chambéry.

The resort is divided into three main areas:

All sectors are connected via ski runs and forest trails. While the 1970s-style buildings might not charm you at first sight, Chamrousse proudly holds the Famille Plus label. Once you're settled in, you'll appreciate the convenience of covered shopping galleries (in Recoin and Roche Béranger), après-ski activities, and family-friendly entertainment.

A varied and welcoming ski area

Chamrousse ski area offers 90 km of slopes, with 41 runs including 6 green, 14 blue, 15 red and 6 black. You can also try cross-country skiing on 41 km of trails, ranging from easy to very challenging. The ski area remains human-sized but offers a great variety of slopes and fun zones, so you can enjoy skiing all day, every day – whatever your level or style.

How to get there from Chambéry?

By car: If you take the motorway (A41), the journey from Chambéry to Chamrousse is straightforward and quick – around 1 hour and 10 minutes. If you prefer to drive along the scenic departmental roads, you’ll pass through charming Savoyard villages and may even avoid heavy motorway traffic – expect a 1 hour and 30 minute drive. In both cases, allow around 30 minutes of mountain road driving at the end.

No parking included with your accommodation? No worries – parking is free throughout Chamrousse.

By train: The nearest train station to Chamrousse is Grenoble, located 36 km away. Direct TER regional trains run regularly from Chambéry to Grenoble, taking between 40 and 55 minutes. From there, shuttle buses can take you to the resort: around 1 hour to Chamrousse 1650, 1 hour 15 to Chamrousse 1750, or 1 hour 25 to Chamrousse 1700. Once in resort, you can get around on foot, by shuttle, or even on skis!