Villars

With fantastic views towards the Mont Blanc and the spectacular jagged peaks of the ‘Dents du Midi’, Villars is an attractive ski resort just a short transfer from Geneva airport. A firm favourite with families, the resort has a well-recommended ski school and a relaxed atmosphere. Beginners will love the village nursery slopes and wide blue runs of Bretaye where there's plenty of space on the slopes to perfect those turns, and for intermediates, there's a variety of challenging reds on Chaux Ronde and Grand & Petit Chamossaire, as well as a link to Les Diablerets and its glacier. The village centre has a good selection of shops, cafés, restaurants and bars. For non-skiers, a 3 or 6-day 'Pass Sports' is available in resort covering some local trains and gondolas, and free entry to Villars pool and indoor skating rink.