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Trip guides

Plan the details of your Alpine ski trip, from packing and airport transfers to choosing accommodation. Start with the decision you need to make next.

By the editorial team Checked 08.2026

Choose a guide

Interactive → The ski packing list: choose your trip length, clothing setup and wet-weather preparation. Data guide → Snow & weather by monthWhen to go, what the snow does, and what each month asks of your kit: resort by resort. Data guide → Temperature by altitudeSee how ski-slope temperatures change across three heights in Châtel, from December to April, in °C and °F. US travelers → The Alps: an American's guideWhich country, when to go where, and the differences from US skiing that actually matter: weather pages in °C and °F.

Where to stay

Guide → Where to stay in ChâtelThe five districts, the three accommodation models, and the before-you-book checklist. Guide → Catered ski chaletsWhat "catered" actually includes, how it compares to self-catered, and what to check before you book. Guide → Family ski vacationsLesson ages, childcare hours and accommodation details for a trip with children.

Getting there & around

Guide → Geneva to ChâtelTransfers, the train-and-bus route, driving law, price bands, and planning for busy Saturdays. Guide → The piste map, explainedThe official maps, the three sectors, the Vonnes link, and key connecting lifts. Guide → Ski touring & off-pisteThe five marked Rando Parc itineraries, the safety kit, and how to approach the unmarked terrain.

Plan the trip

Start with your travel dates, accommodation and transport, then compare the remaining costs of the ski week. Browse all 32 resort guides or compare Châtel temperatures by month and altitude.