{"id":8619,"date":"2026-03-30T09:57:59","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T07:57:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gaisoleil.com\/les-contamines-in-winter\/"},"modified":"2026-04-24T14:34:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T12:34:56","slug":"les-contamines-in-winter","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gaisoleil.com\/en\/the-resort\/les-contamines-in-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Les Contamines in winter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Les Contamines in winter<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Rediscovering the mountain at its truest.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When winter sets in, Les Contamines-Montjoie changes its rhythm… without ever losing its soul. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The snow covers the roofs, the fir trees freeze in silence, and the village becomes the refuge we all seek but don’t always find. Ski vacations here take on a special flavor: more authentic, more peaceful, far from the hustle and bustle of the big resorts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing a ski holiday at Contamines Montjoie means rediscovering the simple pleasure of putting on your skis in the morning, enjoying a beautiful day out (sliding or hiking), then coming back in the warmth when night falls. The fire, the wood, the silence… and the feeling of having really made the most of the day. Here, winter doesn’t mean crowds, parties and luxury stores. The village remains authentic and family-friendly. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n

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An ideal resort for skiing in Haute-Savoie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Family ski vacations in Haute-Savoie really come into their own here. The area is accessible, varied and perfect for all levels. Children learn gently, the more experienced find plenty to enjoy, and everyone progresses at their own pace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ski touring offers a different, gentler and more immersive way of discovering the mountains. Departing from the village or nearby, you can gradually get away from the hustle and bustle of the slopes, and ski at your own pace through unspoilt countryside. Accessible to skiers with good downhill skills, it’s a great alternative to downhill skiing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to do here in winter <\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Of course, there’s downhill skiing and ski touring. But that’s not all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n