From Geneva, you can ski in either France or Switzerland. Many ski resorts – both small and large – are easily accessible from Geneva Airport. We recommend heading to the Alpine resorts, where you can enjoy downhill skiing or cross-country skiing.

Not into skiing all day? Try dog sledding, snowshoeing, extreme sports, or just unwind in a mountain spa.

Not sure whether to travel by car or public transport? We provide all the information you need to get there.

Whether you're planning a winter holiday with family or friends, you'll be spoilt for choice with our selection of ski resorts in France and Switzerland.

Avoriaz: the world's largest cross-border ski area near Geneva (France-Switzerland)

Come and discover this ski resort in the Portes du Soleil area, with 600 kilometres of slopes for all levels. The domain includes 3 beginner zones, 37 green runs, 123 blue runs, 100 red runs and 30 black runs. All 12 ski resorts in the area are connected between France and Switzerland.

Avoriaz is a car-free, ski-in ski-out resort. To get around, you can use snowcats or horse-drawn sleighs – but make sure to book early, as they’re very popular with holidaymakers. The best part? You won’t need your car once you arrive.

Families will love Lil’Stash – a snowpark designed for children, easily reached via a green or blue slope. The resort also offers events, entertainment, fun activities, and a dedicated children’s village right in the heart of the resort.

You’ll love the architecture here too, with natural wood featured throughout the resort. Transfers from Geneva Airport (Cointrin) are available for your ski holiday in France.

Megève, the authentic resort near Geneva

Megève ski resort spans two ski areas – Évasion Mont Blanc and Les Portes du Mont Blanc in France – offering over 400 kilometres of alpine slopes. This resort is ideal for beginners and also loved by freestyle enthusiasts thanks to its quality snow.

If skiing isn’t your thing, you can enjoy other activities like hiking, dog sledding, ice skating, or trying curling in this charming ski village.

Located in the heart of the Mont Blanc region, Megève invites you to explore its old quarters with narrow streets, fountains, traditional washhouses, and a medieval-style main square full of authentic character.

The resort is committed to sustainability and proudly holds the Flocon Vert eco-label.

Geneva Airport is well connected by shuttle services, making access to the resort easy and convenient for your ski holiday.

Chamonix, the best of the Alps near Geneva

Saint Gervais Mont Blanc, a village-like resort near Geneva

Mont Blanc’s summit is located in this ski resort known for its extensive ski area and thermal baths. Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc offers 500 kilometres of slopes across two ski domains, where you can enjoy alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, ski touring, or snowshoeing.

Certified “Famille Plus,” this resort provides activities and entertainment for all ages. If skiing isn’t your thing, relax in the thermal baths – Saint-Gervais is the first mountain spa resort. Since 1807, the Mont Blanc Thermal Baths have offered some of Europe’s best thermal waters, nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc within a 10-hectare wooded park.

Like other ski resorts, you can enjoy off-ski activities such as Snake Gliss, sledging, or snowshoe walks.

Saint-Gervais also has its own tramway – the highest cog railway in France – a popular tourist attraction.

There are several transfer options available from Geneva Airport for easy access to the resort.

La Clusaz, a family-friendly resort close to Geneva

This ski resort reaches up to 2,600 metres altitude with 125 kilometres of slopes and 85 pistes (16 green, 31 blue, 30 red, and 8 black). It spans four mountain areas: Balme, Aiguille, Etale, and Beauregard.

La Clusaz is located at the foot of the Aravis mountain range, at 1,040 metres altitude. Staying in La Clusaz means choosing a “Famille Plus” certified resort, committed to meeting the needs of families during their stay.

We invite you to visit the Hameau des Alpes, right in the village centre. It’s a great family activity where you can learn about Reblochon cheese making and discover the origins of skiing. The Saveur des Aravis network promotes local cheeses and produce, with farm-made Reblochon being a regional specialty.

Access to La Clusaz is easy from Geneva Airport or downtown Geneva via the Aeroski bus service.

Morzine, a charming village resort near Geneva

Choosing accommodation in Morzine means staying in a charming village resort certified “Famille Plus,” dedicated to making family life easy and enjoyable.

This winter, treat yourself to a helicopter tour for the best views of the snow-covered Alps, stunning sights of the Chablais mountains, and a close-up of Mont Blanc.

If you’re after thrills, try speed riding or opt for a tandem paragliding flight — a unique way to admire the alpine scenery.

A new attraction this winter is the Pas de l’Aigle footbridge, located at the summit of Pointe Nyon (2,019 metres altitude), accessible only by ski.

Transfers by bus from train stations or airports in France and Switzerland are available to reach the resort.

Flaine, facing Mont Blanc near Geneva

Flaine ski resort guarantees quality snow throughout the season. Its ski area offers over 64 pistes to explore. Discover the Cascades run, a 14-kilometre blue piste winding through wildlife where you might spot chamois, eagles, or ibex.

Like many resorts in France and Switzerland, Flaine features fun slopes such as the Big Air Bag, perfect for bouncing around in an inflatable tube.

Not skiing? Enjoy off-slope activities like dog sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, sledging, and more. The resort also offers Handiski facilities for people with motor disabilities.

From Switzerland, you can take a shuttle from the airport or the train to Cluses station, followed by a bus to the ski resort.

Le Grand Bornand, an authentic mountain village near Geneva

Le Grand-Bornand is a traditional village resort nestled between Lake Annecy and Lake Geneva, straddling the French-Swiss border in the heart of Haute-Savoie. This family-friendly resort holds the “Famille Plus” label and is committed to meeting the needs of families.

Le Grand-Bornand is one of the most charming resorts in the French Alps, with 400 two-century-old chalets adding to its unique character. The ski area offers 84 km of pistes where you can ski among peaks and fir forests.

Try new activities such as ski joering, yooner sledding, speed riding, fatbiking, or ski biking.

From Switzerland, the resort is just 50 km from Geneva Airport and 30 km from Annecy train station, offering several convenient transfer options.

Samoëns, a charming village resort near Geneva

Samoëns is both a ski resort and a charming village, featuring its historic market halls, a church, and a majestic lime tree whose branches have stretched since the 15th century.

This resort is part of the Grand Massif ski area, the 4th largest in France, offering 265 kilometres of slopes with 139 pistes: 23 green, 61 blue, 44 red, and 11 black.

Like most resorts, you can enjoy both alpine and cross-country skiing. Try other activities such as fat biking, pony sledding, snowmobiling, or ski joering.

From Switzerland, there are several convenient ways to reach Samoëns.

Verbier, Switzerland's most cosmopolital resort near Geneva

Verbier is a ski resort in the 4 Valleys ski area, which includes Thyon-Région, Veysonnaz, Nendaz, La Tzoumaz, and Verbier itself. Staying in Bagnes - Verbier places you in a Swiss resort boasting 410 kilometres of pistes on a sunny plateau.

You can reach Mont Fort at 3,329 metres for stunning panoramic views. If you’re not skiing, enjoy snowshoeing or sledging on the longest run in French-speaking Switzerland, stretching 10 kilometres.

For adrenaline seekers, heliskiing offers an unforgettable but safe descent, with helicopter drops on the peaks guided by a professional.

Every weekend during the winter season, you can take the Verbier Express train, which stops at the airport, Geneva’s train stations, and other Swiss towns.