7th May, 2025, Alpine Property Search
When considering a property investment in the French Alps, Les Gets stands out as an exceptional choice. At Alpine Property Search, we believe this charming village offers a unique blend of features that make it the perfect destination for property buyers. From its dual-season appeal and family-friendly amenities to its stunning natural surroundings and vibrant local culture, Les Gets is a terrific option if you are considering a property investment in the French Alps.
One of the most attractive aspects of Les Gets is its dual-season appeal. Unlike many alpine resorts that are predominantly winter destinations, Les Gets offers a plethora of activities year-round, making it a wise investment for those seeking both winter and summer enjoyment.
Firstly, lets take a look at the appeal of the winter in Les Gets. With its amazing connection into the vast Portes du Soleil Ski Area, you will find that you have access to over 600km of pistes, spanning both the French and Swiss borders. If you buy in Les Gets you will have first class access to the Les Gets/Morzine Ski Area which immediately offers you 120km of skiing, directly on your doorstep. The landscape is varied, including skiing through pine trees, as well as across what will become open summer pastures sprinkled with cows in a few months time. The terrain is suitable for all abilities, so this will ensure that all members of your family and friends who come to visit will be well taken care of. It is also worth noting that the combined ski area is hoping to invest around €230 million into reshaping its facilities over a 20 year period, which we will take a look at later, so you will potentially benefit greatly as a property owner. *Some is still subject to planning.
Other extremely popular winter activities in the area include Nordic skiing and ski touring. Nordic skiiers should head to the slopes of Mont-Chéry and Les Chavannes where they will find numerous marked trails, while ski touring junkies can take on a 600 metre elevation gain from a trail that starts from the village, which is totally safe and reserved just for them. Other activities include snow shoe walking, dog sledding, sledging and paragliding. New to the slopes is Yoonering/Snoocing which is something like "go karting on snow" which you can access on the Mont Chéry side of the mountain, a great activity for both young and old.
Fast forward to the summer months in Les Gets, when the snow has melted and the abundance of green pastures invite you to slip into your hiking boots and climb either up, down or both to feast on the magnificent views. There are paths aplenty, including those popular for families with young children as well as the more experienced walkers. The Lac des Écoles offers plenty of relaxation for adults, as well as an inflatable water park for the children/young adults in your group. There is a beach area where you just relax and enjoy the mountain views while the kids indulge in an unbeatable alpine summer holiday experience! The MTB park beckons the more adventurous and there are plenty of bike hire shops to take advantage of the 120km of biking trails. Road biking is also popular around here and there are several memorable passes that are accessible from the resort. Along with all this you can also enjoy a round of golf on the 18 hole course that is cleverly laid out above the resort offering beautiful views of the surrounding ranges. Petanque, table tennis, horse riding and white water rafting are also available as well as a tree top course laid out for those that aren't afraid of heights. If you add all the cultural events and various festivals, summer is a compelling time to be here.
Les Gets and neighbouring Morzine have a good track record of investment in infrastructure and the continued health of tourism. With global warming concerns and the long term ability to sustain a ski season, Les Gets is dedicating three-quarters of its €100 million budget for updating and improving the winter infrastructure and the management of water for snow making. Lets take a look at what is in the pipeline from the lift company Solegets, the locally owned company that operates the mountain area around Les Gets.
(Source: Morzine Source Magazine)
(Source: Morzine Source Magazine)
Supply and demand of property should inform property investors' decisions. In Les Gets less property is now being built with restricted building practices and a limit on new developments. With the significant investment into the infrastructure in Les Gets, Morzine and Avoriaz, the winter market will remain strong in the upcoming years and draw skiers from other resorts that may not have the ability to throw so much at improvements. The attraction of Les Gets being a dual season resort also means high occupancy rates in both the summer and winter seasons, fed by the popularity of the resort with the British, Swiss and Dutch visitors in particular. New build residences also benefit from the ability to reclaim the 20% VAT if you rent the property commercially for 20 years. A decent number of ski in/ski out rental properties that command higher prices also contribute to future-proofing one's investment.
Les Gets prides itself on being a welcoming and all encompassing community and there are few resorts that you will feel as welcome in as a foreigner when you purchase a ski property. This warm, inclusive atmosphere makes it easy for newcomers to feel at home and become part of the community. The resort is also accredited with the "Famille Plus" label meaning that there is a lot of impetus on the whole family enjoying the resort. Child care is plentiful during the ski season, there are dedicated childrens' zones in various parts of the resort's ski areas, as well as activities such as toboganning, snow sledding, ice skating and a winter carousel. The summer attractions include a large water park which sits on a plateau at the bottom of the tree line just above the main village, with inflatables for kids to enjoy. The rope course in the trees behind the lake is a great family favourite and the mountain biking trails cater for all abilities. It should also be noted that Les Gets offers good family discounts in both the summer and the winter months. Les Gets offers a rich local culture and a relaxed lifestyle that appeals to many property buyers. The village has managed to retain its traditional Savoyard charm while providing modern amenities.
If you are considering buying a ski property in the French Alps the accessibility of the resort is important and is one of Les Gets' main benefits. At just over an hour’s drive from Geneva Airport and with good road links, this is a major attraction for both holiday makers to fuel the rental market and international buyers alike.
Les Gets is more than just a holiday destination; it’s a place where you can create lasting memories and enjoy a high quality of life. Its dual-season appeal, family-friendly amenities, stunning natural surroundings, and vibrant local culture make it the perfect destination for property buyers.
We invite you to explore our current listings and discover the perfect property for you in Les Gets. Visit our website Alpine Property Search to browse our properties, or call our team on 07584 357 007 for personalised assistance. Let us help you find your dream home in the heart of the French Alps.
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