Skiing in St. François Longchamp
St. François Longchamp lies in the French Savoie, on the Maurienne side of the Col de la Madeleine, and together with Valmorel forms the Grand Domaine ski area: 244 kilometres of pistes and 55 lifts, between 1815 and 2395 metres. Recent winters recorded up to 173 centimetres of snow, and 4 centimetres of fresh snow fell in the past week. The resort is built up of several small centres along the pass road and has a down-to-earth, family-friendly character: spacious pistes, sunshine and considerably lower prices than the big Tarentaise names. Booking here gets you a fully linked ski area without the crowds. We list 4 accommodations in St. François Longchamp, with prices from 365 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in St. François Longchamp
St. François Longchamp6.9Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidences Labellemontagne - Extra ingekocht
St. François Longchamp7.1Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Village Gaulois
St. François Longchamp7.5Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Rond Point des Pistes - Voordeeltarief
St. François Longchamp7.4Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidence Les 4 Vallées
St. François Longchamp7.5Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Rond Point des Pistes
St. François Longchamp7.4Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidence Les 4 Vallées - Voordeeltarief
St. François Longchamp7.1Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Village Gaulois - Voordeeltarief
St. François Longchamp8.0Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Parc Madeleine
St. François Longchamp8.4Le Grand Domaine, Frankrijk
Hôtel Casa Moho
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The ski area from St. François Longchamp
From St. François Longchamp you ski into the Grand Domaine, which together with Valmorel offers 244 kilometres of pistes and 55 lifts between 1815 and 2395 metres. The slopes on this Maurienne side are wide, sunny and relatively quiet.
Via the link over the Col de la Madeleine you reach Valmorel and the rest of the area; the crossing itself is a fine ski tour. The terrain mainly suits beginners and intermediates, with enough red descents to keep advanced skiers entertained for days.
Snow reliability in St. François Longchamp
St. François Longchamp sits high: the pistes start at 1815 metres and reach 2395 metres, so you ski above the critical snow line all season. Recent winters measured up to 173 centimetres of snow, and 4 centimetres of fresh snow fell in the past week.
The altitude of the entire area, valley stations included, makes this a relatively dependable choice in the French Alps. December and March remain more changeable than midwinter, but getting back to accommodation at altitude is rarely a problem.
The village itself
St. François Longchamp is a stretched-out resort with several small centres along the road to the Col de la Madeleine, from the original village to the higher resort sections by the pistes. The buildings are functional, with apartment residences and a few hotels.
The atmosphere is calm and family-focused: a handful of restaurants, shops for daily groceries and a modest evening offer. If you seek buzz, you will find little; if you mainly want to rest after skiing with mountain views, this is exactly right.
Who is St. François Longchamp for
St. François Longchamp suits families and budget-conscious skiers who value altitude and space over entertainment. Beginners benefit from the wide, sunny runs by the centres, while the full Grand Domaine with 244 kilometres offers enough challenge for advanced skiers.
With prices from 365 euros per person, this is one of the cheaper high-altitude destinations in our French range. Groups seeking après-ski and a buzzing village should choose elsewhere; those wanting value on the piste will struggle to do better.
Practical information
You reach St. François Longchamp via the French motorways towards Chambéry and then into the Maurienne valley, with a final climb from La Chambre. The route is shorter and calmer than to many Tarentaise resorts, an advantage on changeover days.
We list 4 accommodations in St. François Longchamp, with prices from 365 euros per person. The French February holidays are the busiest weeks; January and March offer low prices and empty pistes. Thanks to the area's altitude, late March usually still skis well.
St. François Longchamp on the map
Webcams · St. François Longchamp
📷 Saint-Francois-Longchamp › South-east: Domaine skiable de Saint François Longchamp Labellemontagne
📷 La Lechere
📷 Les Avanchers-Valmorel › North-east: Valmorel
📷 Les Avanchers-Valmorel: Planchamp
📷 Les Avanchers-Valmorel › South-west: Rue du Bourg
📷 Salins-Fontaine: Villarlurin
📷 Les Belleville: Les Bruyères
📷 Les Belleville › North-east
FAQ about St. François Longchamp
How much piste can you ski from St. François Longchamp?
From St. François Longchamp you reach the Le Grand Domaine ski area with around 244 km of marked pistes and 55 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in St. François Longchamp cost?
Accommodations in St. François Longchamp start from around €268 per person; Nivosola compares 9, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around St. François Longchamp?
Yes. Recent winters in Le Grand Domaine reached a maximum snow depth of around 173 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high is St. François Longchamp?
The Grand Domaine ski area lies between 1815 and 2395 metres, and the accommodation centres also sit high against the Col de la Madeleine. You stay and ski at altitude all season.
Is St. François Longchamp suitable for beginners?
Yes, the wide, sunny pistes by the centres are ideal for beginners and children. Ski schools and practice zones are within walking distance of most accommodations.
How quiet is St. François Longchamp?
The resort is clearly quieter than the famous Tarentaise resorts, even in holiday weeks. The Maurienne side of the Grand Domaine mainly attracts families and returning guests.
Which other village in this ski area is a good alternative?
Valmorel, on the Tarentaise side of the same Grand Domaine, is larger and built more atmospherically in Savoyard style. It shares the same pistes and lift pass.