A pretty village of 1,000 inhabitants perched facing Mont Blanc, Cordon is a chic, authentic destination that people love to visit. With 11km of slopes in winter and its proximity to the big resorts of the Mont-Blanc region, Cordon is far more than a small four-season resort. It’s a very well-placed base for exploring one of the finest regions of the Alps. Here, you’re 30 minutes from central Chamonix, 20 minutes from Megève and Saint-Gervais, and just an hour from Geneva (Switzerland) or Courmayeur (Italy).
Cordon
Overview
Cordon
📏 Altitude: 870 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 11 km
🌟 Resort style: Village resort
💰 From 25.5 €/day (2025-2026)
📅 Open 19 December 2026 to 4 April 2027
Overview of Cordon
A small village of 1,000 inhabitants clinging to the Aravis slopes and facing the grandiose Mont Blanc massif, Cordon is a four-season mountain destination equipped with a small family ski area and a fine accommodation offering. There is exceptional heritage here, 3 and 4-star hotels and several gites and chambres d’hotes. Nearby, the gems of the Pays du Mont-Blanc offer numerous excursions and walks in both summer and winter.
Our review — Cordon
3.0/5
Ski area — key figures — Cordon
- 🌟 Village resort (Haute-Savoie)
- 📏 870 m Village altitude (1540 m Top altitude)
- 🏨 11.986 tourist beds
- 🎿 9 runs
🚠 7 ski lifts
Average lift age: 35 years
When to visit
Cordon in summer
In summer, Cordon is an ideal starting point for exploring the mountains and villages of the Pays du Mont-Blanc: Megeve, Chamonix, Saint-Gervais, the Assy plateau and more. From hikes on the Aravis slopes to rafting in the Arve valley, taking in the superb museum at Sallanches and the wellness centres of Megeve, Chamonix and Saint-Gervais — activities are plentiful. A day trip to Switzerland, Italy or at high altitude is also possible for an immersive change of scenery.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Hiking • ✅ Rafting
Cordon in winter
In winter, Cordon is above all an ideal base for admiring Mont Blanc. On the trails, on the village ski runs or from the window of your chalet, it is always there — sparkling with eternal snows. But the region is also very dynamic: several ski resorts are nearby, including Combloux, Megeve, Saint-Gervais, Les Contamines and Chamonix. In Chamonix, Megeve and Saint-Gervais, you will find high-quality spas for a pampering session with views of the summits.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Ski touring • ✅ Snowshoeing
Skiing
Below are the 2 ski areas accessible from Cordon: Cordon (alpin), Evasion Mont-Blanc (alpin).
Ski area — Cordon
⛰️ Altitudes: 1030 m – 1540 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 11 km
💰 Day pass: 25.5 €
The Cordon ski area is a small ski area on a balcony above the Arve valley, facing the Mont Blanc massif. Ideal for families or beginners, it offers 9 runs for all levels: 5 red, 3 blue and 1 green. When snow is scarce (the ski area is between 1,000 and 1,500 m altitude), nearby skiing is available at Combloux, Megeve or Chamonix — all within 30 minutes’ drive. The ski area also offers the Portes du Mont-Blanc and Evasion Mont-Blanc lift passes.
Ski area — Evasion Mont-Blanc
⛰️ Altitudes: 800 m – 2370 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 445 km
💰 Day pass: 65 €
The Evasion Mont-Blanc domain is one of France’s largest with nearly 450 km of runs, but its approach is unique. Rather than a single fully linked ski area, it is a collection of several magnificent ski areas, accessible with a common pass, organised around the iconic villages of Megeve, Saint-Gervais and their neighbours. It is an invitation to a-la-carte skiing, where you choose your atmosphere and playground each day. The skiing experience focuses primarily on two large linked sectors: the Heart of the Domain — Megeve/Saint-Gervais sector, the largest combined area, offering XXL linked skiing with exceptional panoramas over the Mont Blanc massif. It directly connects Saint-Gervais, Saint-Nicolas-de-Veroce and the main Megeve sectors (Rochebrune, Mont d’Arbois). The atmosphere is bright, between wide high-pasture runs, forest descents and numerous well-regarded mountain restaurants. The Portes du Mont-Blanc sector — this second linked ski area, more intimate, offers 100 km of runs connecting the Jaillet sector (Megeve) to the village resorts of Combloux and La Giettaz. The skiing is gentler — a hop between charming alpine villages — with superb views over the Aravis massif and Mont Blanc. The bonus ski area: Les Contamines-Montjoie — the Evasion Mont-Blanc pass also includes access to the Contamines-Montjoie ski area. Note that this ski area is not ski-in ski-out linked to the others. Accessible by car or shuttle in a few minutes, it is renowned for its excellent snowfall and offers high-quality skiing in a wilder setting in the heart of the Nature Reserve.
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Ski pass prices — Cordon
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Cordon.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cordon (alpin skiing) | 25.5 € | 127.5 € | 350 € | 2025-2026 |
| Evasion Mont-Blanc (alpin skiing) | 65 € | 324.5 € | 1189 € | 2026-2027 |
Additional information
- Evasion Mont-Blanc: Pour skier en illimité tout autour de Saint-Gervais, vous pouvez aussi acheter le Mont-Blanc Unlimited, un forfait donnant également accès aux sites touristiques de l’aiguille du Midi et du Montenvers entre autres.
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