Finalist — World’s Best Ski Travel Agent to France 2025
Finalist — World’s Best Ski Travel Agent to France 2025
Finalist — World’s Best Ski Travel Agent to France 2025
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The Best Saint Martin de Belleville Accommodation
Discover the pinnacle of alpine luxury in Saint Martin de Bellville with our exclusive collection of 5-star luxury hotels and the most stunning catered chalets. Each property is perfectly positioned to enhance your mountain getaway—whether it’s ski-in ski-out, just a few steps from the slopes and lifts, or in the vibrant heart of the village, every accommodation promises exceptional quality, sophistication, and comfort.
Saint Martin de Belleville, located in the Belleville Valley, France, is a top choice for a snow-sure skiing holiday. The resort comprises 5 districts, Centre village, Les Grangeraies, La Villette, Villarencel, and Les Places. Each district has its own style and atmosphere, but you can be sure that your trip will be relaxed and tranquil wherever you stay.
Saint Martin de Belleville is part of the vast 3 Vallées ski area, offering extensive runs and a modern lift system. Unlike some resorts, Saint Martin de Belleville retains its traditional village charm. The picturesque buildings and cozy atmosphere make it a refreshing change from the purpose-built ski resorts.
The main village sits at 1,450 meters, and its ski area connects the other resorts of the 3 Vallees, providing 600km of pistes. The elevation and variety of slopes cater to all levels, from beginners to experts, including epic off-piste terrain.
Saint Martin de Belleville offers luxurious accommodation options, including 4 and 5-star hotels, chalets, and apartments. Chalets like Chalet Ferme 1779 and Chalet Aloha combine modern comforts with traditional alpine style.
Après-ski in Saint Martin is relaxed and welcoming. Le Dahlia and Le Joker are popular spots for a drink after a day on the slopes. Pourquoi Pas bar serves craft beers accompanied by live music, while the new Lodji Hotel adds chic bar options.
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Dining is a highlight in Saint Martin de Belleville. La Bouitte has to be at the top of every foodie’s list, as it offers Michelin-starred cuisine, while Le Montagnard provides local gourmet dishes. Other excellent choices include Le Lodji, Le Corbeleys, and Maya Altitude for mountain-top dining.
For non-skiers, the resort has plenty to offer. Activities include making first tracks before the lifts open to the public, cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and the new La Mine toboggan. Les Menuires nearby offers paragliding, snowmobiling, and igloo building.
Travelling to Saint Martin de Belleville is convenient, with private transfers being the best option. The resort is accessible from major airports and train stations, ensuring a smooth journey to your accommodation. Saint Martin de Belleville combines traditional style, luxury, and diverse activities, providing a memorable stay for every visitor.
What makes Saint Martin de Belleville ski resort unique?
As you approach Saint Martin de Belleville, you’ll find a charming, picturesque village surrounded by stunning alpine scenery. The resort comprises several quaint hamlets, each offering unique charm and character. These areas are connected by ski lifts, slopes, and a free shuttle bus service.
The old village centre is steeped in history, which you can learn about in the excellent museum at the Tourist Office. You can expect old farming chalets dating 100s of years old lining the old cobbled streets, many of which are getting refurbished into stunning luxury chalets.
Saint Martin de Belleville is the perfect ski resort for families and groups of friends who want a quiet French Alpine experience with a traditional village rather than a purpose-built resort, which can be pretty ugly due to questionable 1960s and 1970s architecture.
Who would love Saint Martin de Belleville ski resort the most?
Saint Martin de Belleville is the perfect ski resort for families and groups of friends who want a quiet French Alpine experience with a traditional village rather than a purpose-built resort, which can be pretty ugly due to questionable 1960s and 1970s architecture.
Saint Martin de Belleville is a charming village in the heart of the Three Valleys, one of the world’s largest ski areas. Unlike the bustling, high-energy resorts, Saint Martin offers a more tranquil but authentic Alpine experience, combining traditional charm without compromising on modern amenities.
What is there to do for non-skiers in Saint Martin de Belleville?
St. Martin de Belleville offers more than easy access to the slopes of the 3 Vallees. It also has several activities that allow you to experience the area in unique ways. Here are some highlights to make your visit unforgettable:
First Tracks
Experience fresh powder before anyone else. The First Tracks event is every Wednesday, which gets you up the mountain before the lifts open to the general public. For €30, you can enjoy the fresh morning snow before anyone else, followed by a delicious breakfast.
Cross-Country Skiing
Explore the Belleville Valley at a slower pace with cross-country skiing. The area offers several well-groomed trails that wind through stunning landscapes, providing a peaceful alternative to downhill skiing. It’s an excellent opportunity to take in the views and spot wildlife such as chamois, ibex, and birds of prey.
Dog Sledding
Going on a dog sledding adventure through the snowy wilderness is a fun way to explore the area. This unique experience allows you to enjoy the snowy landscape and the thrill of being pulled by a team of enthusiastic huskies.
La Mine
The new La Mine toboggan on rails is a fantastic activity for all ages. This exciting attraction is like a roller coaster that twists and turns down the mountain, offering adrenaline-fuelled fun.
Les Menuires
Just a short distance from Saint Martin de Belleville, you’ll find Les Menuires. This ski resort also offers a wide range of alternative activities you may want to experience. Here are our favourites:
Paragliding: Paragliding is one of the best ways to see the area’s peaks and valleys. The tandem flight experience can be as tranquil or extreme as you like; just make sure you tell your pilot your preference!
Snowmobiling: Guided snowmobile tours offer an alternative way to see the mountains. Speeding across the snow on a snowmobile is a must-do for petrolheads and adrenaline junkies.
Snow Groomer Ride with Dinner: Snow groomers are incredibly impressive machines, and many ski resort visitors wonder what it would be like to ride in one. Well, this is something you can do during your trip, followed by a cozy dinner in a mountain restaurant.
Biathlon: Test your skills in this challenging sport that combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. An instructor will provide all the equipment and guidance to ensure you have a great day.
Igloo Building: Learn how to build your own igloo in this fun and educational activity, perfect for families with young kids.
The Roc’n’Bob Sledging: A thrilling toboggan run that promises excitement and laughter for everyone. Anyone from age 7 can race down a 4km long slope with 22 bends and a 450m drop in elevation.
How do we get to Saint Martin de Belleville?
Saint Martin de Belleville is a 2 hour drive by private transfer from either Lyon or Geneva Airport.
It’s a 30min drive from Moutiers train station, the closest train station in France to Saint Martin de Belleville.
A shared shuttle transfer from Geneva will take over 4hrs and will only drop you off at the village bus stop, not at your accommodation – not ideal if you are travelling with ski gear and luggage and don’t know your way around.
How To Get From Paris To Saint Martin de Belleville
Many visitors arrive via Paris, often opting for the train. The high-speed TGV train runs from Paris Gare de Lyon to Moûtiers every weekend, taking about 4 hours. This scenic journey through the French countryside is a relaxing way to travel.
If you prefer driving, the trip from Paris to Saint Martin de Belleville takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes in good traffic conditions. Make sure your hire car has snow chains or is fitted with winter tyres, which may not be available with rental cars in Paris.
What are the best festivals and events in Saint Martin de Belleville?
Throughout the winter, the authentic Savoyard village of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville becomes the setting for a host of events. Each highlight of the season is an invitation to celebrate conviviality and the art of mountain living.
Dive into the magical atmosphere of Saint Martin de Belleville in winter, with its end-of-year festivities, torchlight descents, fireworks shows, concerts and pop-up bars.
Concert, torchlit descent and fireworks
Every Wednesday, there’s an electric atmosphere in the centre of the village with a concert, mulled wine and hot chocolate, then the ski instructors’ torchlit descent followed by a fireworks’ display that lights up the whole village.
Saint-Martin lights up
On 6 December, the Christmas lights are switched on to kick off the festive season, bringing locals, children and the season’s first visitors together for an enjoyable evening at the village square. As the lights are switched on in the village and the Christmas tree, there’s also a show for the little ones, hot chocolate and ‘rissoles’ (local speciality) and a concert in front of the tree.
Christmas in the village
From 23 to 29 December, the village of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville will be transformed into a magical world for the festive season. Step into the fairy-tale setting, with the chance to wander around and enjoy traditional music, shows, a pop-up bar and other surprises. A wide range of attractions have been created so that you can experience an authentic Christmas in the heart of the mountains.
Fire and Ice week
From 30 December to 5 January, enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere of the Fire and Ice week. These festive celebrations combining ice sculptures and fire shows are unforgettable and brighten the cold winter evenings. Concerts, torch-lit descents and fireworks complete this magical experience.
The Belleville musical events
From Monday 1 January 2025 onwards, treat your ears to various musical events showcasing sounds from around the world. Enjoy concerts of classical music, jazz and music from around the world. Savour moments of pleasure and discover new tunes.
Every other Monday at 6 pm at Saint Martin de Belleville church. (Donations welcome)
Saint-Martin’s pop-up bars
On four different occasions throughout the winter season, pop-up bars appear in the centre of Saint Martin with some great food and drink in a fantastic atmosphere: oysters and champagne, local products, chocolates, etc. accompanied with live music and original shows.
(2025 dates To Be Advised)
Wednesday 27 December 2023: try the local Savoie specialities, under the spotlight for the Terroir pop-up bar;
Wednesday 3 January 2024: see you at the Glaces pop-up bar for a tasting of oysters with champagne;
Tuesday 13 February 2024: this time the pop-up bar goes Venetian, as a nod to the famous carnival on the other side of the Alps;
Thursday 18 April 2024: celebrate the end of the winter season with the Printemps pop-up bar.
How long does the Saint Martin de Belleville ski season last?
Next winter, Saint Martin de Belleville Ski Resort is scheduled to open from December 14th 2024 to April 21st 2025.
When is the best time to go skiing in Saint Martin de Belleville?
January 3rd to Feb 7th 2026 is the cheapest and best time to go (low season), followed by 7th March until mid-April 2026 (the shoulder season).
For Australians travelling to France to ski during our January summer holidays, we benefit from the cheaper rates on offer in the French ski resorts’ low season. This happens to be when the French and Europeans go back to work and school after the 2 week Christmas and New Year holiday period.
Europeans and the Brits flock to the resorts through February into March (DO NOT TRAVEL from 7th Feb to 7th Mar 2026 as this is the French school holidays). The slopes are extremely busy, the queues at the lifts are long and the price for accommodation is very expensive during that time. Even all the restaurants are booked out!
Typically, in January, the snow is dry with the largest build up. It is also the coldest time, so you will need to make sure that you dress warmly. It is still wise to choose a high-altitude resort in case mother nature has not been kind earlier in the season. Bear in mind though, that snow-making is used to supplement natural snowfall in high traffic areas.
So, not only is January the cheapest time to go skiing in the French Alps, it is also the best time to go thanks to the weather conditions, the lack of queues, more availability and choice of accommodation and you get to breathe fresh air with your loved ones, rather than with thousands of other people!
Ski Information
Season
December 13, 2025 – April 19, 2026
Ski area
Resort altitude: 1,450m
The 3 Valleys is always fantastic, but never the same! That’s one of the advantages of skiing in the world’s largest ski area: alternating between valleys, villages, panoramas, and altitudes…
- In Courchevel-Moriond, discover Les Chapelets and the Piste des Indiens’ wild, natural canyons. Head down to Courchevel-La Tania on the stunning Folyères blue run that winds through the forest.
- In Méribel, set out on a peaceful odyssey through the woods towards the Altiport, then on to Méribel Village. Reach for the heights at Mont Vallon before enjoying unparalleled snow in the valley below. In the Belleville Valley, get your fill of stunning turns in a spot where barely anybody goes.
- Then it’s time for Val Thorens’ high mountain summits. Next, a little change of direction is all it takes to find yourself in Orelle’s high mountain atmosphere…
Linked ski area
The 3 Valleys (7 resorts): Courchevel, Bride-les-Bains, Meribel, Les Menuires, Saint Martin de Belleville, Val Thorens, Orelle
- 600 km – 327 runs (17% greens, 39% blues, 33% reds, 11% blacks)
- 166 lifts
Transfer time to Saint Martin de Belleville
- Moutiers train station (closest): 30min*
- Chambéry airport: 1hr 15min*
- Geneva airport: 2hrs*
- Lyon airport: 2hrs*
*Transfer time is approximate, by private transfer vehicle and subject to traffic, weather and road conditions. Shared shuttle/bus transfers have set departure times, take much longer to travel and don’t offer door to door service which is why we recommend and only book private transfers.
Activities & Location
Non-ski experiences
Saint Martin de Belleville offers more than easy access to the slopes of the 3 Vallees. It also has several activities that allow you to experience the area in unique ways. Here are some highlights to make your visit unforgettable: First Tracks, Cross-Country Skiing, Dog Sledding as well as a wide range of alternative winter activities you may want to experience in nearby Les Menuires.
Après-ski
Après- ski in Saint Martin de Belleville differs slightly from larger resorts. You’ll undoubtedly find welcoming bars where you can celebrate your epic day in the mountains with a drink. But the Village has a low-key style, so don’t expect to dance on tables in your ski boots.
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Saint Martin de Belleville Ski Resort Video
When you ski at Saint Martin de Belleville, you have access to the 3 Vallées ski area, the biggest linked ski area in the world. The sun-drenched slopes are suitable for skiers of all levels. With seven resorts in the ski area, you’ll be spoilt for choice for your mountain adventure.
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