St Gervais - Ski Resort Guide
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In St Gervais ski at the foot of Europe's highest summit - Mont Blanc. It is the only ski resort in the Alps where you can combine the pleasures of skiing with health and beauty spa treatments, as it is the home of Saint Gervais Alti-Forme hot springs.
St Gervais - Ski
The mountain is easily accessible to all - the Mont Blanc Tramway runs from the centre up to the Bionnassay glacier in the heart of the mountains. The outstanding views and the sheer majesty of Mont Blanc will take your breath away. The 4810m summit of Mont Blanc means the resort has one of the most extreme altitude differences in Europe: ranging from 580 to 4810 metres. For an idea of the terrain see our piste map.
St Gervais - Resort
St Gervais is a picturesque resort at the entry of the Valley Montjoie on the western side of Mont Blanc. Unlike many other resorts it was not built for the sole purpose of skiing, and the difference in the architecture shows.
There are plenty of restaurants, bars, shops and services which all add to the character of the place as well as making for an enjoyable holiday. St Gervais is easy to reach by both car and train and it is a great base camp for exploring the Mont Blanc region.
St Gervais - Activities
Being more of a town than a ski resort there is plenty to do if the snow report is looking bad including relaxing in the thermal baths! Other activities on offer for include paragliding, ice skating, a swimming pool and snow shoe walks.
St Gervais - Children
Creche is available with the ESF for children from 18 months to 3 years. For people of all ages from 4 years up enrol in ski school lessons.
