Chalet Gilles

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, Chalet Gilles enjoys an enviable location that promises an unforgettable holiday in the French Alps.

Getting to Chalet Gilles is easy and straightforward, with various transportation options available to suit your convenience. For those arriving by air, Geneva Airport and Lyon Airport are both around a two-hour drive away, making international arrivals and connections simple.

As you arrive in this charming alpine village, you'll be greeted by a winter wonderland during the snowy winter season. Saint-Martin-de-Belleville is part of the renowned Three Valleys ski area, one of the largest interconnected ski domains in the world, and Chalet Gilles is right on its doorstep. Each morning, you'll be able to strap on your skis or snowboard and carve your way down the pristine slopes in no time at all thanks to the chalet's incredible proximity to the area's ski lifts.

In the village itself, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville exudes traditional Savoyard charm and authenticity. Explore its quaint streets lined with traditional chalets and discover local shops offering a range of delightful treats, from the artisanal cheeses and cured meats of the region to mouthwatering handmade pastries.

In the evenings, treat yourself to a gourmet dining experience in one of the village's renowned restaurants, where you can savour delectable Savoyard or sample international favourites prepared by world-class chefs.

Saint-Martin-de-Belleville is a destination that caters to visitors from all walks of life, offering an array of activities and experiences that will leave you spellbound. Whether you seek adventure on the slopes or tranquillity in nature's embrace, this enchanting alpine village has it all.

Read more about St Martin de Belleville

Picturesque St Martin de Belleville is the gateway to the Trois Vallées ski system, and what you might call the quiet little brother of the famous ski family. Not much goes on at this resort except for high-quality snow sports, and that’s just the way we like it. St Martin remains an old Savoyard village with a majestic church tower at its centre and more locals than tourists. Its charm lies in small-scale excellence and a well-kept sense that you are not staying at a ski resort but in an old alpine community. Life here is slow-paced, relaxed and quintessentially French.

This family resort is excellent for beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. Across the 78 slopes, the best runs are long, rolling, and just the right degree of challenging. In the winters you are pretty much guaranteed good snow coverage due to the close proximity to Val Thorens, but because of the relatively low altitude of St Martin village, you might want to rethink a late-season even though pistes stay open until April. Sailing down the slopes of St Martin de Belleville you’ll get familiar with some seriously attractive views and gorgeous wooded landscapes. Overall there are 1448 metres of downhill skiing available and on top of that you can, of course, gain access to the rest of the Three Valleys system.

Fair warning, St Martin is not the place to go for parties. If its après-ski you’re after, then you’re better off staying in neighbouring Méribel. There are a few bars around town, but no real nightclubs. Instead, spend the evening at one of the many top-notch restaurants as the village is known for its gourmet cuisine (including the triple Michelin starred La Bouitte). Although it is a small town, there is a lot of variety when it comes to food. But before heading to your restaurant, make sure to catch one of the après-ski concerts held in the town church.