Everyone in Chatel and the whole Portes du Soleil is super excited about the opening of the La Folie Douce Avoriaz this winter, with the opening party on 15 December bound to go off with a bang and set the tone for the rest of the season.
With great live acts and DJs planned, all La Folie Douce Avoriaz needs to get the party started is for the skiers of the Portes du Soleil to get their dancing shoes on everyday from 2pm.
If you haven't yet experienced La Folie Douce, it really is something special! With locations in Val d'Isere, Meribel, Megeve and more, the Folie Douce experience takes apres-ski to a whole new level. It's all about live music, DJ's, dancers, great food and fun - all in one exciting venue with amazing views.
What to do to after La Folie Douce - Apres-Ski in Chatel
Juliet of Snow Situations has compiled this handy guide for the best apres venues in Chatel.
If you want to continue partying when you are safely off the mountain, Chatel has something for everyone when it comes to Apres Ski. A lively but not rowdy town with a great live music scene. Here is our round up of the best bars:
Best For:
Cocktails and DJs: Nazca: A great sun terrace and fabulous selection of cocktails this is a bar providing a fun and chilled vibe with live music early evening from Saxaphone to reggae; post dinner this becomes the place to see and be seen attracting some of the best DJs in the area.
Happy hours and happy people – Bar l’Avalanche: With happy hour starting at 4.30, this is a hub for post ski beers with everyone in great spirits discussing the day's adventures. A real pub in the alps, it is a gem of a place which is also great for those big rugby and football games.
Late lunch and real Ale – A good location to stop off before making your way back from La Chapelle d’Abondance (the bus takes 10 minutes if you have too many real ales to ski back!) if you are into beer and ale with a fantastic micro brewery and huge, tasty, good value bar snacks.
Live Music and Open Fires - Chevy Bar: With a beautiful central open fire and comfortable sofas, this is a great place to end the day when the weather is closing in or you have had an epic day and want a relaxed vibe with acoustic tunes and great service.
Rum – Bar L’Isba: Yes, that’s right – Chatel even has a rum bar!
Pub games – Le Chaudron: Great for teenagers as well as those adults who can’t resist, this place has bowling, table football, pool and live sports. Also serving a good selection of beers and pizza.
Clubbing –Sloopys: The best nightclub by default as it is the only one. With the great DJs at Nazca and Avalanche, you will probably be ready for bed by 3am if you don’t want to miss fresh tracks in the morning but if you really can’t resist the opportunity to experience a nightclub in the French Alps (which is quite an experience!) – Sloopy’s is the place taking us back to the days where techno met cheesy 80s pop.
EVERYTHING - The Exclusive Chalet Chatel by Snow Situations: With the best service in Chatel, in house bar, excellent sound system, an extensive wine list, private hot tub, balconies with panoramic views and sunbeds, quality musical instruments, TV room with all sports, large lounge with comfy sofas and armchairs, reading area and board games by the open fire – Why go out at all?
One of the largest ski areas in France, the Portes du Soleil is a great place for your next winter holiday! Check it out!
