Why Saint-Jean d'Aulps is Highly Rated for Quiet Slopes

Saint Jean d'Aulps has earned its bronze award for Best Ski Resort for Quiet Slopes in Europe with a 4.75/5.00 rating, and honestly, it's not hard to see why when you read what our users have to say. This place is nearly empty. Martin describes skiing virgin snow after lunch on a day when nearby Les Gets and Morzine would've been tracked out hours earlier. The resort's relatively remote location in the Portes du Soleil keeps the crowds firmly elsewhere, meaning you'll find yourself carving down runs with barely another soul in sight. Hellena calls it an "amazing little gem" that's worth the taxi ride specifically to escape the busier resorts.

What makes Saint Jean d'Aulps properly special for those seeking solitude is its access to genuinely peaceful terrain. Phil, an expert skier, describes it as "the gem of the Portes Du Soleil," highlighting lovely smaller pistes and off-piste routes down to Graydon where you can properly get away from it all. Simon, an advanced skier, raves about the "stunning loop" that takes about 45 minutes to an hour at a brisk pace. Imagine having that circuit practically to yourself. Our reviewers repeatedly mention being able to escape the crowds, with Mark specifically noting how you can "escape the crowds" when conditions align properly in the Roc d'Enfer area. It's the sort of skiing where you can actually hear your edges carve and your own breath, not chairlift chatter.

Want to know if this resort is right for you? Read our full resort guide to see how Saint Jean d'Aulps stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!