Habère-Poche, a village resort nestled in the heart of the Vallée Verte in Haute-Savoie, is a destination that has preserved its authenticity and family atmosphere. At a moderate altitude (village at around 950m), it offers a green natural setting and privileged access to outdoor activities, summer and winter alike. Its ski area, Les Habères, is linked to that of Bellevaux-Hirmentaz to form the “Hirmentaz-Les Habères” area, an ideal playground for families and improving skiers. Labelled “Station Verte”, Habère-Poche is committed to sustainable tourism and offers a restorative mountain experience, between local traditions and the simple pleasures of nature, close to Lake Geneva.
Habère-Poche
Overview
Habère-Poche
📏 Altitude: 950 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 25 km
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 16 km
🌟 Resort style: Village resort
💰 From 27 €/day (2025-2026)
Overview of Habère-Poche
Habere-Poche charms with its traditional mountain village architecture of the Chablais. Timber farms and chalets with typical steep roofs blend harmoniously into the rolling, wooded landscape of the Vallee Verte. The main village, with its church and a few shops, preserves a peaceful atmosphere. The ski runs of the Haberes ski area depart from the lieu-dit Bois-Noir. Urbanisation is controlled, prioritising the preservation of the natural setting and the maintenance of an authentic village atmosphere. The overall impression is one of calm, inviting relaxation far from the bustle of the large alpine resorts.
Our review — Habère-Poche
2.5/5
Ski area — key figures — Habère-Poche
- 🌟 Village resort (Haute-Savoie)
- 📏 950 m Village altitude (1600 m Top altitude)
- 🎿 18 runs
🚠 9 ski lifts
Average lift age: 38 years
When to visit
Habère-Poche in summer
In summer, Habere-Poche and the Vallee Verte transform into a vast terrain for gentle adventure. Numerous marked hiking trails invite you to explore the high pastures, forests and surrounding summits, such as the Mont Forchat, offering fine panoramas over Lake Geneva and the Alps. Mountain biking is also a popular activity, with routes for all levels. River fishing, discovering the local heritage (chapels, traditional farms) and the proximity of Lake Geneva for water sports offer a fine variety of leisure activities. An ideal destination for those seeking calm, pure air and a privileged connection with nature.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking
Habère-Poche in winter
In winter, Habere-Poche is a family resort par excellence, offering access to the Hirmentaz-Les Haberes ski area. This domain offers around fifty kilometres of runs particularly well suited to beginners and intermediate skiers, in a pleasant forest setting. The atmosphere is convivial and relaxed. The nearby Moises plateau is a well-regarded site for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, with varied routes and magnificent views. Toboggan pistes and children’s activities complete the winter offering, making Habere-Poche an appreciated destination for peaceful snow holidays. The resort is also fairly close to the Mouilles and Moises Nordic ski areas for cross-country skiing in the heart of nature.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Ski touring • ✅ Snowshoeing • ✅ Winter walks
Skiing
Below are the 2 ski areas accessible from Habère-Poche: Les Habères (alpin), Magic Pass (alpin).
Ski area — Les Habères
⛰️ Altitudes: 950 m – 1600 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 25 km
💰 Day pass: 27 €
The Haberes ski area is directly linked to the Hirmentaz ski area (Bellevaux) to form the Hirmentaz-Les Haberes domain, totalling 25 km of runs. The Haberes sector itself offers 18 runs (mainly green and blue) served by 8 ski lifts, ranging from 950 to 1,600 m altitude. It is a ski area particularly suited to families and beginner or progressing skiers, with forest runs and fun zones. The overall Hirmentaz-Les Haberes domain offers greater diversity with red and black runs for more experienced skiers, all in a preserved natural setting with fine views over the Chablais mountains.
Ski area — Magic Pass
True skiing revolution, Magic Pass is seasonal pass giving unlimited access to 80+ ski-resort network. Born in Switzerland, this skiing key conquered the Alps and Jura by massively spreading in France. For 2025 season, it integrates 9 French resorts offering exceptional terrain diversity from North Alps’ grand domains to Jura’s authentic landscapes. Magic Pass concept is simple and attractive: single pass bought pre-season at more competitive price if purchased earliest. It offers unlimited access to all partner resorts from early November to late April. Promise of total freedom for gliding enthusiasts exploring new horizons each weekend without repurchasing passes. 2025 French offer deploys across three distinct, complementary territories: North Alps gems — with Grand-Bornand arrival, Magic Pass gets one Aravis jewels, renowned for varied skiing and charming village. Completed by Praz de Lys – Sommand offering nature skiing with grandiose panoramas. Léman balconies — pass accesses trio of resorts overlooking Lake Léman. Thollon Les Mémises, Les Brasses, Hirmentaz and Les Habères are family-excellence destinations renowned for spectacular views and convivial atmosphere. Jura massif strength — Magic Pass becomes Jura reference integrating its largest domains. Metabief, Mont d’Or sporty resort, Monts Jura and four gate-Geneva sites plus transborder Jura-sur-Léman space (French Rousses side) offer immense terrain for massif enthusiasts.
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Ski pass prices — Habère-Poche
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Habère-Poche.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Habères (alpin skiing) | 27 € | 140 € | 233 € | 2025-2026 |
| Magic Pass (alpin skiing) | N/A | N/A | 1010 € | 2026-2027 |
Additional information
- Magic Pass: Le forfait prix du forfait Magic Pass est progressif. Ainsi, entre le 11 mars et le 8 avril 2025, le forfait était disponible à 444 € pour un adulte alors qu’il vous coûtera 999 € au cœur de la saison de ski.
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