In the heart of the green Brevon valley, in the Chablais massif in Haute-Savoie, Bellevaux is a village resort that has preserved its authenticity and family atmosphere. Its main alpine ski site, Hirmentaz, directly accessible, is linked to the Habères area, forming the “Hirmentaz-Les Habères” area. Active summer and winter, Bellevaux offers a preserved natural setting, between forests and alpine pastures, with panoramas sometimes stretching as far as Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. It’s a favoured destination for those seeking human-scale tourism, outdoor activities and good value for money, far from the buzz of the big resorts.
Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
Overview
Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
📏 Altitude: 1100 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 25 km
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 40 km
🌟 Resort style: Village resort
💰 From 28 €/day (2025-2026)
Overview of Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
Bellevaux is characterised by its traditional Chablais architecture, with timber-and-stone farms and chalets spread across several hamlets along the Brevon valley. The architecture reflects a rich agricultural past and a deeply rooted mountain way of life. The Hirmentaz site, at 1,100 metres altitude, constitutes the main ski area base, with tourist infrastructure (residences, shops) integrated into the landscape. The resort has preserved a village atmosphere, where calm and proximity to nature are appreciated. The local heritage is also marked by numerous oratories and chapels, as well as the former Charterhouse of Vallon.
Our review — Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
2.5/5
Ski area — key figures — Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
- 🌟 Village resort (Haute-Savoie)
- 📏 1100 m Village altitude (1610 m Top altitude)
- 🏨 4.921 tourist beds
- 🎿 25 runs
🚠 24 ski lifts
Average lift age: 39 years
When to visit
Bellevaux – Hirmentaz in summer
In summer, Bellevaux and the Brevon valley offer an idyllic setting for nature lovers and families. Numerous marked trails cross the high pastures, forests and surrounding summits — such as the Pointe d’Hirmentaz — with magnificent views. The Lac de Vallon, a preserved natural site, is ideal for fishing, walks and picnics. Mountain biking also has its place, with routes for all levels and a Bike Park. Discovering the local heritage — the Charterhouse of Vallon, farm visits and cheese dairy tastings (Chablais cheeses) — along with the proximity of Lake Geneva for water sports, enriches the summer stays.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking
Bellevaux – Hirmentaz in winter
In winter, Bellevaux-Hirmentaz is a popular destination for family skiing. The Hirmentaz-Les Haberes ski area offers around fifty kilometres of runs for all levels, with a majority of easy and intermediate tracks — perfect for learning and leisure skiing. The atmosphere is convivial and the panoramas over Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc are enchanting. Beyond alpine skiing, the resort offers marked snowshoe routes for gentle exploration of the snowy landscapes. Nordic skiing is available on the nearby Moises plateau. Toboggan runs and children’s activities complete the winter offering for relaxed family moments in an authentic village atmosphere.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Ski touring • ✅ Snowshoeing • ✅ Winter walks
Skiing
Below are the 2 ski areas accessible from Bellevaux – Hirmentaz: Bellevaux – Hirmentaz (alpin), Les Moises (nordique).
Ski area — Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
⛰️ Altitudes: 1100 m – 1610 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 25 km
💰 Day pass: 28 €
The Bellevaux-Hirmentaz ski area is linked to the Haberes ski area to form the Hirmentaz-Les Haberes domain, totalling around 50 km of runs. Ranging from 920 to 1,610 m altitude, it is served by around twenty ski lifts (mainly drag lifts and a few chairlifts). The ski area offers a majority of green and blue runs, making it ideal for beginners and families. A few red and black runs allow more experienced skiers to vary their experience. The runs are often through forest, offering a pleasant and sheltered setting. From the summits, the view over Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc is a genuine asset.
Cross-country ski area — Les Moises
⛰️ Altitudes: 1000 m – 1360 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 40 km
💰 Day pass: 9.5 €
Nestled at 1,100 metres altitude on the commune of Habere-Poche, in the heart of the Vallee Verte, the Moises Nordic ski area is a real gem for lovers of calm and wide-open spaces. Nicknamed the balcony of Lake Geneva, this preserved plateau offers immediate escape into a natural setting reminiscent of the vast Scandinavian or Canadian expanses. Far from the crowds of the large alpine resorts, Les Moises offers a human-scale ski area totalling around 16 kilometres of groomed trails for both skating and classic technique. The fluid and fun layout winds harmoniously between fir forests and birch clearings, offering remarkable panoramas over Lake Geneva below. Nordic skiers of all levels find what they are looking for with three main loops: the green Les Planeurs for gentle initiation (3 km), the blue Le Bois de Bouleau for progression (5 km) and the red Les Moises (8 km) for skiers in search of rhythm and distance. When snow conditions allow, the ski area opens out via the linking route to the Col du Feu — a fine wild escapade of around 8 km one way for the most enduring. The plateau is also a privileged place for biathlon initiation. A particular feature of Les Moises is its Nordic evenings: night sessions when the trails are illuminated, offering a magical skiing experience under the stars. The Nordic Lodge is the convivial hub of the ski area, offering equipment hire, a waxing room and a comfortable warm room.
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Ski pass prices — Bellevaux – Hirmentaz
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Bellevaux – Hirmentaz.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevaux – Hirmentaz (alpin skiing) | 28 € | 146 € | 267 € | 2025-2026 |
| Les Moises (nordique skiing) | 9.5 € | 41 € | 65 € | 2025-2026 |
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