Hotel in Serre Chevalier, Francia

Serre Chevalier is a ski area in the French Alps near Briançon, famous for its 250 kilometers of slopes and sunny winter climate with temperatures averaging 23°F (-5°C) on the peaks. In winter, you can ski or snowboard across four linked villages like Chantemerle and La Salle-les-Alpes, while summer brings mild 77°F (25°C) days perfect for hiking the Écrins National Park trails or mountain biking the same downhill runs. If you visit during spring, the snow melts to reveal wildflower meadows, and you can explore the 18th-century Fort des Têtes fortress above Briançon without the winter crowds.