Le Reposoir, a resort in the Bornes mountains
Reposoir is a small resort family ski resort with a total of 5 km of slopes. It is located on the road to the big AlpsIt is located between 980 and 1600 meters of altitude. It is a small rural village of the Alpsand spared by mass tourism. We are in the calmin the heart of a year-round population, with some breeders living in the village.
The tracks are divided into two areas
The lower part, between 980 and 1100 meters of altitude, formed by the village. This one has 5 slopes. The movements are ensured by 4 ski lifts and 1 cable car. 5 snow cannons are used to produce snow of good quality and in sufficient quantity to provide a better experience for the skiers.
The high part, located between 1300 and 1600 meters of altitude hosts the Chalet Neuf. On the site, there is the piou piou club to discover the mountain for the little ones. There is a snow garden, a snow line, but also ski slopes for children. hiking. The area is open to those who wish to explore on snowshoes, or simply by stroll pedestrian to breathe a good breath of fresh air.
The ski school in Le Reposoir
The ski school of the resort le Resting place is on the way to the col de la Colombière. It has a 40 meters long learning carpet. Several training methods are offered:
- Group lessons are given during school vacations. This program is open to all levels of learners. Children are taken from the Cubs club to the competition clubs. Students will be grouped according to their level.
- The piou piou club is for children ages 3 to 5. Games and fun ice sports are on the program.
- Snow Saturdays are organized for those who are only available during the weekend.
- It is still possible to take courses individuals for those who wish to have a personalized accompaniment. The courses will be given at the student’s own pace, according to his/her availability.
The Reposoir ski area in figures
| ⛷️ Ski resort ⛷️ | Le Reposoir |
| Commune | Le Reposoir |
| Massif | Massif des Bornes |
| Department | Haute-Savoie |
| Mountain | Northern Alps |
| ? Ski area ? | |
| Size of the village ski area (in klm): | 5 |
| Size of the village ski area with connection(s) (in klm): | 5 |
| Longest downhill ski run (in km) | 4 |
| Name of the ski area | Le Reposoir |
| Connected station(s) | No |
| ❄ Altitude of ski area ❄ | |
| Altitude at the bottom of the ski area (in m) | 980 |
| Altitude at the top of the ski area (in m) | 1 600 |
| Average altitude of the ski area (in m) | 1 290 |
| Total height of the domain (in m) | 620 |
| Surface area of artificial snow (in ha) | 10 |
| ? Difficulty of ski trails ? | |
| Number of green runs | 2 |
| Number of blue trails | 5 |
| Number of red trails | 3 |
| Number of black runs | 0 |
| Total number of downhill ski trails | 10 |
| ? Lifts ? | |
| Ski lifts | 6 |
| Children’s treadmill | 0 |
| Fixed grip chairlifts | 0 |
| Detachable Chairlifts | 0 |
| Funiculars | 0 |
| Gondolas | 0 |
| Cable cars | 0 |
| Total number of lifts | 6 |
| ? Nordic area ? | |
| Number of cross-country ski trails (or Nordic area) | 0 |
| Size of the Nordic ski area (in klm): | 0 |
| ?️ Services in the station ?️ | |
| Presence of a snowpark: | No |
| Presence of an aquatic complex & spa : | No |
| Trails accessible on foot from the village : | Yes |
| Number of year-round inhabitants (including low-lying village) | 520 |
| Slogan of the station | Happiness all year round |
| ? Access to the station ? | |
| Nearest train station: | Annecy |
| Bus shuttle to a train station: | No |
| Distance from Paris (in kilometers) | 583 |
| ? Price survey in the station ? | |
| Price list of the ski pass (1 day) in high season (access to the entire ski area) | 15 € |
| Price of the week pass (6 days) in high season (access to the whole ski area) | 66 € |
| Ski equipment rental rate per week (adult) | 80 € |
| Ski equipment rental rate per week (child) | 35 € |
| Rental studio 2 persons (school vacations) | 430 € |
| Family apartment rental 4 persons (school vacations) | 610 € |
| Cost of stay for 2 adults (excluding transport and food) | 722 € |
| Statement cost of stay 2 adults & 2 children (excluding transport & food) | 1 045 € |
| ? Average real estate rate ? | |
| Average price per m2 of an apartment | 2 250 € |
| Average price per m2 of a chalet | 2 900 € |
| Average price of a 60m2 apartment | 135 000 € |
| Average price of a 100m2 chalet | 290 000 € |
| ? Station evaluation on 7 criteria ? | |
| Score on the average snowmaking capacity of the massif / 10 | 6 |
| Note on the ratio between the size of the ski area vs. the stay rate / 10 | 5 |
| Evaluation note of the ski area and ski lifts / 10 | 4 |
| Note on the diversity of activities (except skiing) / 10 | 5 |
| Note on the charm and interest of the Village / 10 | 7 |
| Note on the average cost of a stay / 10 | 9 |
| Score on the average evaluation of Internet users /10 | 7 |
| ? Station average via 7 criteria ? | |
| Final average score according to Skidata.io / 10 | 6,1 |
| ? Ranking according to Skidata.io ? | 210th position out of 232 stations in France |
Le Reposoir in Questions / Answers
- What are the winter activities in Le Reposoir?
The resort of Le Reposoir is very rich in activities, especially in winter it offers activities like :
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing : this activity will allow you to discover the resort and its surroundings in the middle of winter. You will have the opportunity to admire its landscapes.
Ping-Pong table : for all the amateurs of the kind you will be more than happy. You will be able to enjoy long hours of games with friends or family around this activity.
Ski Skiing : you can also take advantage of its slopes to ski. This activity will allow you to make the full of strong sensation and to discover the incomparable feelings which offers the glide of the snow of the Reposoir.
Air de Jeu This activity ensures your children a long time of adventure and fun. This activity composed of a slide, a Tyrolean, bridge and even spring play will keep them busy for a long time.
- What are the summer activities at the Reposoir resort?
The resort of Le Reposoir also offers many summer activities such as :
Pony ride This activity will allow your children to ride through the resort and its surroundings on a pony. It is accompanied by a qualified instructor for more safety.
The egg of Plume la Gypaète This activity is an orientation game that concise to find the egg of the Feather. This fun activity will allow your children to walk around while working on their sense of direction.
Soccer Field This resort also has a soccer field. You can have fun with friends under the summer sun.
Hiking This activity will allow you to discover the resort in summer. You will have the opportunity to discover its beautiful landscapes, its fauna and flora.
- What to visit in and around Le Reposoir ?
Among these places that you must visit in Le Reposoir, we can mention : The Caves of Montarquis, The Col de la Colombière north, The Lake of Carmel, The Chapel of Blessed John of Spain.
- Where to eat in Le Reposoir ?
The resort offers more than 58 restaurants among which we can mention : La Chartreuse hotel restaurant, the Restaurant Col de La Colombière, Aufferand’s bar.
- Where to sleep in Le Reposoir ?
Le Reposoir offers a number of different accommodations such as the Sanskriti Hotel, the National Hotel, the Inter Hotel du Faucigny.
- How big is the ski area of Le Reposoir?
The ski area of the resort of Le Reposoir has a size of 5 kilometers, divided into 10 trails. It also has 0 kilometers of cross-country ski trails.
- What is the altitude of Le Reposoir?
This area has an altitude between 980 meters and 1600 meters high.
- What is the price of the Le Reposoir ski pass?
Their packages start at 15 euros per day.
- What is the average cost of renting an apartment in Le Reposoir?
For a furnished studio for 2 people, the average price is 610 euros, and for an apartment for 4 people, the average price per week is 430 euros.
- Does the resort of Le Reposoir have a bike park?
No, it does not have a bike park.
- How to get to Le Reposoir by train ?
You can easily get there from the Annecy train station. Then you will have to take a cab because it does not have a shuttle to go to the station.
- What is the postal code of Le Reposoir ?
The zip code of Le Reposoir is 74950.
- In which department is located the Le Reposoir station ?
The resort of Le Reposoir is located in the department of Haute-Savoie.
- Does the resort of Le Reposoir have a tourist office?
The resort of Le Reposoir is part of the inter-communal tourist office : Le Reposoir. It is located at 85 Chemin Rural dit du Fréchet, 74950 Le Reposoir, France.
- Are there any webcams in Le Reposoir ?
Yes, there is a webcam, which you can find at this web address http://www.lereposoir.fr/webcam/.
- Where to find information about the weather in Le Reposoir ?
You can find the latest weather report from the Le Reposoir station at https://meteofrance.com/previsions-meteo-france/le-reposoir/74950.
- What is the opening date of the ski lifts in Le Reposoir ?
In Le Reposoir, the ski lifts usually open the first week of December, until the beginning of April, but it all depends on the snow conditions of the massif.
- Is there an ESF school in Le Reposoir ?
Yes, it is at 85 Chemin Rural dit du Frèchet, 7’950 Le Reposoir, France
What is skidata.io’s opinion about Le Reposoir?
Bottom line, skidata.io gives the average rating of 6.14 to the resort of Le Reposoir, which places it in the 200th place in France. Its strong points are: the cost of a stay, the charm of the resort, the evaluation of the Internet users.
Map of the ski slopes of Le Reposoir
https://www.skiinfo.fr/alpes-du-nord/le-reposoir/station-de-ski.html
https://www.bergfex.fr/le-reposoir-village/
The nearest resorts are La Clusaz, Les Carroz, Flaine or Combloux.
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