Domaine des Giettes

Domaine des Giettes is a small ski area near Les Giettes in Switzerland, run by the Association Télégiettes. It has two ski lifts and prepared pistes, with the Auberge de Chindonne located in the middle of the slopes between the two lifts. Skiing is generally free and the area is funded by donations; the lifts can also be rented exclusively for groups, schools and events. The area operates on the last two weekends of each month, with full-moon evenings featuring night skiing and fondue.

Families and Kids

The area is a simple, family-friendly ski area with two ski lifts where children can use the pistes together with their parents. For schools and camps the lifts can be rented exclusively on request.

Food and drinks

The Auberge de Chindonne sits in the middle of the area between the two ski lifts, serving hot chocolate, mulled wine and burgers at midday and fondue in a cosy atmosphere in the evening. Overnight guests can choose between meals, half board and full board.
2.2 km2

Status

Information

  • Easy slopes: 0.9 km
  • Intermediate slopes: 1.2 km
    • Night skiing: Yes
    • Entrance fee: 0 CHF
    • Free entrance: Donation based
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Pistes are open on the last two weekends of each month, from 10:00 to 16:00; dates and times may change depending on weather conditions.

Admission fees

Skiing at Domaine des Giettes is generally free; the area is run by the Association Télégiettes on a donation basis. In addition, the lifts can be rented exclusively, including for schools, camps and non-profit associations at conditions available on request. Prices for overnight stays at the Auberge de Chindonne and Chalet Cazot are listed separately.
0 CHF
Skiing at Domaine des Giettes is free; the area is funded by donations.

Contact

Webpage
telegiettes.ch

Access

Nearby stops

  • Les Cerniers, restaurant250 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Martigny
1h 1m
Sion
1h 16m
Lausanne
1h 30m
Brig
1h 52m
Genève
2h 13m

FAQ

  • How does skiing at Domaine des Giettes work without fixed ticket prices?
    Skiing is free, but the area is run by the Association Télégiettes on a donation basis; visitors are asked to support the initiative with a donation.
  • Can the Domaine des Giettes ski lifts be rented exclusively?
    Yes, the lifts can be rented exclusively: for a full day (10:00–16:00), for a half-day or evening slot of 2 hours, and for longer periods from 3 days on request. Schools, camps and non-profit associations receive conditions on request; a ride in the piste groomer (Ômazot, 5 seats) can also be booked.
  • What do the full-moon evenings at Domaine des Giettes include?
    On full-moon evenings you can ski on secured, privatised pistes by moonlight and then enjoy a fondue by the fire at the Auberge de Chindonne; afterwards you ski down to your car in the moonlight. Skiers and non-skiers are welcome.
  • Can visitors stay overnight in the area?
    Yes, the Auberge de Chindonne offers 69 places with meals, half board or full board, and the Chalet Cazot offers 80 places for self-catering (minimum 40 people or a daily flat rate).

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