St Nicolas de Veroce

St Nicolas de Veroce ski area

With only one lift pass, you can ski 6 other resorts: Saint Gervais, Megève (being the closest), Les Contamines-Montjoie (you will need a car to drive to as not lift-linked), Hauteluce, Combloux and La Giettaz (not lift-linked – you will need to cross Megeve resort centre on foot or bus to take another lift to the other side of the valley). There are 445km of pistes in total so it’s a pretty vast area.

St Nicolas de Veroce skiing info

Beginners
There is a small beginners area to learn on – 1 short green run and 1 short blue run. From there you can try a number of longer blues within the St Nicolas de Veroce ski area.

Intermediates
Low intermediate skiers have half a dozen blue runs to get to grips on. More advanced intermediates can try the various red runs above the resort. There is also a connection via blue or red run to the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area – there is fairly easy access to the resorts of St Gervais and Megeve so it’s well connected and they aren’t too far away either.

Advanced, off-piste & ski touring
For the more advanced or expert skier, there are various red runs above St Nicolas de Veroce. Travelling into St Gervais you will equally find a plethora of red runs to try your skis or board at. There are also a few blacks as well, for the more daring, higher-up.

The Mont Joly and Mont Joux sections offer the steepest slopes – and there’s some good off-piste to be found there too. With a choice of over 445km of pistes in the Evasion domain, expert skiers certainly won’t be bored!

In Saint-Gervais, several marked ski touring routes are available from Le Bettex, Les Communailles and Saint-Nicolas. For ski touring at night: every Tuesday and Friday of the winter season, the Orgères piste is open to touring skiers from 5pm-9pm. The ski area grooming plan has been adapted to allow this activity to be set up. The Orgères slope is therefore clear of the grooming machines and their cables during this time.

Resort runs
Return to the village is via a treelined blue run.

St Nicolas de Veroce nordic skiing

Whether your focused on cardio and strength training, or simply getting some fresh air and enjoying nature, Saint-Gervais offers a choice of cross-country groomed trails.

Access to the trails is free (excluding ski lifts). A map is available at the Tourist Office or can be downloaded from the tourist office website. Whether skating or classic, take advantage of the 30km of cross-country skiing trails of St Gervais. Trails start in Bettex or Plateau de la Croix (St Nicolas).

St Nicolas de Veroce ski hire & lift passes

Please contact us.

To buy in resort - the 'Accompagnant ESF' pedestrian pass is for parents who don't have a ski pass and need to take the lift daily to bring their children to the ESF ski school (or the nursery at Le Bettex). It gives unlimited access to the St-Gervais/Bettex lift for 6 consecutive days at a reduced price. Valid in Saint-Nicolas de Véroce for the Chef-Lieu lift.

To buy in resort - ski pass Micro Saint-Nicolas. This pass gives you access to chairlift Chef-Lieu, the draglifts Débutant and Plateau.

St Nicolas de Veroce ski school

The ESF ski school arranges group and private lessons for both adults and children.

Children:

Baby from 3 to 4 years old:
ESF St Nicolas offer a specific and precise programme for toddlers that start from as young as three years old. Your child will progress at their own pace in a fun and friendly snow garden especially developed for the little ones and he will be rewarded by a Piou Piou medal.

Piou Piou from 4 years old:
A space specially arranged for them, carpets, tunnels, snow-yarns, children will be able to discover the pleasure of skiing. At the end of the week, they will valid a level rewarded with a medal, Blanchot, Sifflote, Garolou.

Ourson: 
For youngsters who have already obtained Sifflote, Garolou or children aged 6 and over who have never skied. They will begin the week at the Jardin des Neiges and will make their first outings on the slopes at our beginner space.

Child Care and ESF Ski School:
The child care centre welcomes children from 2 to 6 years old. Parents who drop off for ski lessons can easily leave the younger children at the daycare centre, located under the ESF, at the start of the slopes. The daycare can also pick up your children after the ski lessons. For private lessons, the instructor picks up and takes the child back to the daycare.

Private ESF lessons 19/20:

1-2 person (2hrs) - €82
2-4 person (2hrs) - €97
5-6 person (2hrs) - €110

Individual tuitions can only be purchased directly from the ski school. Peak Retreats cannot pre-book these. Other types of lessons are available.

Please note that prices are only an indication and are subject to change.

St Nicolas de Veroce childcare (not pre-bookable)

The Garderie des Neiges Saint-Nicolas welcomes your children from 2 to 6 years, every day from 9:15 to 16:30 (until 17:00 from the February holidays). Accommodating a maximum of twenty children with a beautiful garden, facing the Mont Blanc chain. Located under the ESF at the start of the slopes, it's easy for parents to drop off the big ones for ski lessons, and leave the youngest ones in their care. 

They are in perfect harmony with the ESF, which we take over, after ski lessons. The possibility also during the day of private lessons. The instructor picks up and brings back the child. 

Contact: 0033 450 93 23 90 

Guide prices 19/20:
1 day without meals (09.15-12.00 plus 13.30-17.00) - €45
6 days with meals (times as above) - €225
1 day with meal (09.15-17.00) - €66
6 days (09.15-17.00) - €335
1/2 day without meals Morning (9:15-noon) - €30
1/2 day without meals Afternoon (13h30-17h00) - €32
6 1/2 days without meals Morning (9:15-noon) - €160
6 1/2 days without meals Afternoon (13h30-17h00) - €160
1/2 day with meals (9h15-14h00) - €52
1/2 day with meals (11h45-17h) - €52
6 1/2 days with meals Morning (9:15-13:30) - €270
6 1/2 days with meals Afternoon (12:00-17:00) - €270
1 meal (11.45-14.15) - €35
1 hour - €12
With ESF - 1 day with meals (52 €) + 2 hours of group lessons (31 €) - €83

Top activities to experience in St Nicolas de Veroce

Please note Peak Retreats do not book any activities and most activities are payable therefore the below is just for information. More detailed information and how to book can be found on the tourist office website.

Sled dogs
Activity at 'La Croix' plateau (10 mins from St Gervais centre).

Snowshoeing
Several signposted trails take you though the forest and landscapes. You can download a map from the tourist office. In Saint-Gervais, several signposted snowshoeing trails start from Le Bettex (1,400m) and Saint-Nicolas. You may come across chamois or mountain hare amongst others during your walk. It's a great winter exercise, an excellent low-impact aerobic exercise. You can also join a guided tour. Free access if you go alone.

St Nicolas de Veroce events

Events taking place in the 2024/25 season:

• Each Sunday of the French school holidays, the tourist office welcomes you with a Vin Chaud at 17.30,
• Every Wednesday during French school holidays, admire the torchlit parade on the Grand Epaule in St Nicolas de Veroce.

St Nicolas de Veroce après-ski, bars & restaurants

There are 3 restaurants in the village.

Why not try:

• A few steps from the Armancette hotel, the Bistrot du Mont-Joly opens its doors to you for a friendly, authentic culinary experience. It boasts a spacious terrace, offering a spectacular view of the most beautiful peaks in the Mont-Blanc massif, from the Dômes de Miage to Mont Vorassay via the Aiguille de Bionnassay, this majestic landscape unfolds before your eyes. On the restaurant floor, a private lounge awaits you, complete with billiards table, fireplace and terrace,
• 'La Petite Cuisine' at the Folie Douce, at 2,100m. Gourmet break in an exceptional setting indoors or on the south-facing terrace, it is the perfect place to enjoy a breathtaking view of the majestic Mont Blanc. Stay on and enjoy the dance music after!
• 'La Cabane a Leo', located on the piste Chateluy. Between two ski runs or when out on a hike, tuck into a burger, a Beaufort cheese tart, a local speciality dish or a salad. Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy the selection of desserts, including the delicious blueberry tart - an absolute must!

Why not try the famous Folie Douce in St Gervais/Megeve for a different kind of dance scene. At the top of Mont Joux, this branch of the Folie Douce opened in 2014, introducing the chain’s trademark Austrian-style afternoon party scene. You will find 7 other Folie Douce in the French Alps - Val d'Isere opened 1976, Val Thorens in 2009, Meribel in 2012, Alpe d'Huez in 2013, Chamonix and Avoriaz in 2018, Les Arcs in 2019. 

Amenities

A few small shops.

Getting to St Nicolas de Veroce, France

By Road:

Driving distance from Calais to St Nicolas de Veroce: 550 miles or 8hrs

By Rail:

Direct TGV from Paris to Saint-Gervais les Bains Le Fayet (20 mins away, 11km)

Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet railway station Tel. 0033 836 35 35 35

For further information: www.voyages-sncf.com
Direct line to SNCF railways: 36 35

Airports:

Geneva Airport is 94km from St Nicolas de Veroce (1 hour) 
www.gva.ch  

Chambery Airport is 135km from St Nicolas de Veroce (1 ½ hours)
www.chambery-airport.com

Lyon Saint-Exupery is 214km from St Nicolas de Veroce (2 ¼ hours)
www.lyonaeroports.com

Grenoble Airport is 214km from St Nicolas de Veroce (2 ¼ hours)
www.grenoble-airport.com

In resort:

A shuttle bus service in Saint-Nicolas now carries skiers to the foot of the new Chattrix chairlift. This new improved service promises:

• Fast and free access to the new Chattrix chairlift
• More space on the Chattrix car park
• Reduction of the environmental impact associated with the use of personal vehicles
• To further improve facilities for customers, connected ski lockers will be available at Chattrix this coming winter season

St Nicolas de Veroce Opening Dates

17/12/22 - 10/04/23