Imagine being able to glide down the snowy slopes of Saint-Gervais without struggling to find a way to reach the pistes. This dream becomes reality thanks to the brand new cable car Le Valléen, recently inaugurated. Directly connecting the SNCF station of Fayet to the center of the village, this innovation revolutionizes access to the Évasion Mont Blanc ski area, in Haute-Savoie. Ready to transform your ski weekends, this cable car is part of an eco-friendly initiative combining modernity and practicality.
This winter, the resort of Saint-Gervais in Haute-Savoie is making a significant leap forward with the opening of its new cable car, Le Valléen, which directly connects the SNCF station to the ski slopes. This innovation not only facilitates access to the ski slopes, but also represents a significant progress in terms of eco-mobility, allowing visitors and locals to easily navigate between the station and the village while reducing Carbon footprint.
Facilitated access to the ski slopes #
Imagine arriving at the Fayet station, skis on your feet in the blink of an eye! With Le Valléen, this dream becomes a reality. Inaugurated in September, this cable car operates every day from 7 AM to 8:30 PM and gracefully flies over picturesque hamlets and the winding road that leads to the heart of the resort. The trip is quick, taking only five minutes, a real asset for skiers eager to enjoy the Évasion Mont Blanc ski area.
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A modern and practical mode of transport #
The connection between the station and the village is ensured by cabins that can hold up to 10 people. This includes not only skiers, but also families with strollers, cyclists with their bikes, or even those carrying suitcases. This cable car thus becomes a true link between the village and its station, attracting the attention of locals, as well as visitors from nearby towns such as Megève and Combloux, who see it as a daily school transport option.
A strategic interconnection for skiing #
The benefits of this new installation are not limited to a simple link between the station and the village. Indeed, Le Valléen connects to the Alpin cable car, which leads directly to the snow front of Bettex. Scheduled to be operational from the opening of the pistes on December 14, this integrated transport system strengthens access to the ski area. According to the director of the Société des Téléportés Bettex – Mont d’Arbois, “This gondola is part of a whole set designed to streamline the influx of skiers during peak periods.”
An initiative in favor of eco-mobility #
The commissioning of Le Valléen is also an important step in the commune’s sustainability approach. With a forecasted reduction of about 15% in CO2 emissions and a decrease in automobile traffic estimated at 15,000 vehicles per year, this cable car proves that technological progress can harmonize with environmental respect. In total, the entire project, costs included, amounts to 45 million euros, a significant investment for the future of the resort.
Practical and affordable: all the information #
To access Le Valléen, the fare is only 2.50€ per trip, with subscriptions available for regular users. Tickets can be easily purchased through various options: automatic kiosks available 24/7, online, or via the Pass Mob application. This simplified access system ensures that every skier, vacationer, or resident can move around easily without hassle.
Moreover, the SNCF station of Saint-Gervais Le Fayet remains a vital hub, with direct links from Paris, Geneva, and Annecy, especially during weekends and winter holidays, thus increasing the resort’s appeal to visitors from all backgrounds.
A promising future for Saint-Gervais #
With Le Valléen, the resort of Saint-Gervais continues to reinvent itself, attracting more and more mountain enthusiasts, whether they come for skiing, thermal therapy, or breathtaking landscapes. This new cable car fits perfectly into the framework of a thoughtful tourism development geared towards a future that will respect and preserve the beauty of the Mont Blanc mountains.
