Fewer people, more sun, lower prices and a package offering free benefits: at Serre Chevalier, Spring is one of the best times to put on your skis.
After the hustle and bustle of the February holidays, the valley is back to a different rhythm. The queues are getting shorter, the terraces are slowly filling up and the slopes are breathing easier.
It is precisely this period, from 9 March to 19 April 2026, that Serre Chevalier intends to capitalise on with the Marsien Pass, a national scheme run by France Montagnes.
Great skiing... until 19 April
The principle is simple: when skiers buy a ski pass, they get 100 % free. Free drinks, reductions on activities, discounts on equipment hire or ski lessons... the ski pass is no longer limited to access to the lifts. It becomes a passport to a day out on the slopes.
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When it comes to snow sports, the Hautes-Alpes still has some solid arguments. Nearly 80 of the ski area's % are located above 2,000 metres, a guarantee of quality snow at the end of the season. The lifts remain open until 19 April, so you can make the most of the last third of winter.
In March and April, the days become brighter, the temperatures milder and the snow softer on the surface, particularly in the late morning. Spring skiers appreciate this more comfortable feeling under their skis, without giving up reliable conditions at altitude.
An optimised stay
On the budget front, Serre Chevalier's central booking office is offering deals combining accommodation for four people, a six-day Serre Che Addict package and a Marsien Pass. In March, prices start at €346.50 per person instead of €400.50. In April, they start at €281 per person instead of €335.50.
For David Chabanal, Director of the Serre Chevalier Tourist Office, This strategy responds to a changing market. «After mid-March, we see a drop in visitor numbers in the mountains. This is not unique to Serre Chevalier. January has become a much busier month in recent years, perhaps to the detriment of March and April. France Montagnes has identified this as a national concern, and is now proposing this dynamic with the Marsien Pass, which we support.»
The manager insists on the local assets. «Our strength lies in the very good skiing that we still offer in the last third of the season, but also in our ancillary offers such as the Grands Bains du Monêtier and the heritage offer. We have also supported this diversification with a programme of events such as Sound of Altitude and the Serre Chevalier Grand Prix, as well as attractive prices.»
Skiing at altitude, relaxation at the Grands Bains du Monêtier and end-of-season events, the valley is banking on an active and sunny spring. It's a time when you can ski in the morning, linger in the shade and enjoy the sunshine. on the terrace in the afternoon and enjoy a more accessible mountain, without giving up the essentials.