Location: Chatel in France
Car: recommended
Chatel is in the extensive Portes du soleil ski region - in total some 650 km of pisted runs crossing the Swiss border and back taking in around12 resorts including Avoriaz, Morzine and Les Crosets with its infamous Wall. Great off piste to investigate as well as snow and fun parks. The skiing is truly endless.
During the summer months there is extensive walking and mountain biking trails. Tennis - there are 8 courts within a 10 minute walk. There is a large open air pool in Chatel, river rafting and canyoning are a 30 mintute drive away. The lovely towns of Evian and Thonon are both within a 40 minute drive with access onto lake Geneva with sailing and beach side activities available.