Châtel /
France

Review and advice

We went in July, which is genuinly considered the best time for good temperatures in Chatel (not too hot). If you want NO rain, go in August.

There was LOADS of rain when we went, which is unusual. The more extreme black runs were shut for safety, but there was s...

Freeride with big hairy balls

I was here during the World Champs of 2011, held just over the hill in Champery. On days off from the World Champs, a lot of the competitors were coming to Chatel to get their mojo on. I think that tells you everything you need to know - the trails here are really variable ...