At the foot of Mont Blanc, Les Houches is an ideal playground for discovering Nordic skiing. Between glades, forest edges and wide-angle views of the needles, the experience is as beautiful as it is soothing. Renting cross-country skis in Les Houches means you can set off light, try out the style that suits you (classic or skating) and adapt your equipment to the conditions of the day.

The gentle itineraries around the village are ideal for beginners and families, while more athletic skiers can take advantage of the easy links to the valley's Nordic sites. Shaded sections, easy undulations and sunny stretches near Lac des Chavants alternate, often with animal tracks in the fresh snow.