In Serre Chevalier, every moment has its own thrills and spills: the crazy Grand Prix race, the Serre Che Ski XXL extended glide, the magic of Night Skiing, the adrenalin of the Brut de Neige and avalanche prevention workshops. Unique events to enjoy the mountains in a different way.
Somewhere between a derby, a rally, an enduro, an orienteering race, and an obstacle course like 'mud-day'... the Grand Prix de Serre Chevalier is an explosive cocktail that makes it an extraordinary event.
📌The 2026 edition will take place from Friday 20 March to Sunday 22 March.
new - Christmas / New Year holidays : from Saturday 27 December 2025 to Saturday 03 January 2026 inclusive*
February / March holidays : from 27 December 2025 to 3 January 2026 & from 7 February to 8 March 2026 inclusive*
Your day will get off to a flying start with a big breath of fresh air, soft snow and the incomparable morning light.
If you are an experienced skier: you'll enjoy every minute on the slopes and you'll finally feel full at the end of your stay.
If you're a contemplative person: you'll love the the serenity of quiet mornings in the mountains.
*All the information on the openings below
Briançon
Prorel gondola (sections 1 and 2) and Rocher Blanc chairlift
➢ Tracks open: Berger, Celvan, Chauvet, Chemin, Couloir, Crocus, Croix Michel, Eduits, Grande gargouille, Myrtilles, Pelvoux, Remparts, Saludes and Vauban.
Chantemerle
Ratier gondola and Combes chairlift.
➢ Tracks open: Alpage, Bleu des Combes, Briance, Draye, Eftanis, Forêt, Grand Serre Verte, Lièvre blanc, Luc Alphand, Mélèze, Pylône, Trois croix and Vallons bas. Villeneuve sector Casse du Boeuf chairlift, Aravet gondola, Forêt chairlift, Pontillas gondola, Côte Chevalier chairlift and Clot ski lift.
➢ Tracks open: Barres, Bez, Cabane, Casse du Boeuf, Chaméant (lower part), Fangeas, Génépi, La verte, Lacets, Marteau, Route de Fréjus, Route de l'Aravet, Stade, Tra Flèche and Traverse.
Monetier
Bachas chairlift and Cibouit chairlift.
➢ Tracks open: Aya, Bretelle Corvaria, Chaume, Cibouit rouge et noire, Clôt
Gaillard, Combe Rateau, Corvaria, Pas de l'âne, Rochamout, Route des Espagnols, Stade and Tétras.
The corresponding Sales Offices also open earlier: from 8:15 a.m.
*activity offered to all holders of a valid pass - dates and lift opening subject to change and weather conditions
In Briançon
🚡 Night Skiing
Watch the torchlit descent by E.S.F. instructors, then ski under the stars on the illuminated pistes. A magical experience to share with family and friends, before extending the evening in the "Spot de Pralong" mountain restaurant.
Tuesdays during the Christmas holidays – Access to the Prorel gondola (section 1) from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (free)*
Wednesdays during the winter holidays – Access to the Prorel gondola (section 1) from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (free)*
In Villeneuve
🌙 Night Skiing
Join us every Tuesday during the February/March school holidays on the Espace Découverte du Mickey from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. – access via the Mickey drag lift (free)*
✨ Ski Show Demo
Relive the history and evolution of skiing with a dedicated Ski Show highlighting the sport’s artistry and technique. The 300 instructors of E.S.F. Villeneuve take part in this unmissable performance featuring various choreographed scenes, acrobatic jumps, and a grand finale fireworks display. A must-see event!
From 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. during the February/March holidays (free)*
*Dates and programme subject to change depending on access, snow and/or weather conditions.
Do you enjoy freeriding? Does the freedom of off-piste appeal to you but your fears are holding you back? We've thought of you and come up with Brut de Neige. These courses are for thrill-seekers who want to play it safe... just like you.
You'll be skiing on ungroomed, marked and safe slopes. Thanks to Brut de Neige, you can discover the authenticity of old-fashioned skiing and enjoy all-snow skiing for unrivalled skiing pleasure. The Brut de Neige motto: off-piste sensations in complete safety. From one end of the Serre Chevalier ski area to the other, on the heights, you'll find Brut de Neige areas. Our lifeguards will be happy to help you.
Location: the whole ski area
Level: black runs. Good skiing skills are essential.
Avalanche victim search simulation
Rodolphe and Yoann, Serre Chevalier's first-aid and avalanche dog handlers, are offering avalanche search demonstrations in the ski area during the winter holidays, at the top of the Vallons chairlift on the Villeneuve site:
📌Every Wednesday at 10.30 a.m. during the February/March school holidays from 11.02 to 04.03.2026*. Animation offerte et ouverte à tous - sans réservation - rdv sur place.
*Subject to change or cancellation (priority given to piste safety).
How to make your stay in the Serre Chevalier ski area a pleasure.