Abondance and La Chapelle d'Abondance are the perfect resorts for investing in a second home.

The Vallée d'Abondance is home to many little treasures, including Abondance and La Chapelle d'Abondance, two resorts on a human scale that have been preserved from mass tourism. Two villages where life is good, just a stone's throw from the resorts of the Portes du Soleil. With their authentic charm and gentle nature, these two villages just 30 minutes by car from Thonon or Evian have everything you need to make them your favourite places to relax.

1. Abondance, a treasure trove of authenticity

At an altitude of 930 m, everything in Abondance invites you to enjoy the good life. Skiing is king here in winter, on a small ski area where everyone likes to take their time, even when they're hurtling down the slopes. The important thing at Abondance is not to be the best, but to have the best time. As you will have realised, Abondance is the opposite of the big resorts that surround it: a small village resort where authenticity is the order of the day, where 'slow' takes on its full meaning.

But be warned! Abondance is not without its attractions: its ski area offers 17 km of pistes, from green to red, and is linked to the Portes du Soleil ski area by shuttle. You can enjoy a wide range of activities here, summer and winter alike, from hiking to ice skating, dog sledding, archery and biathlon... And above all, you'll find an unspoilt environment, far from the hustle and bustle of the big resorts, perfect for total relaxation.

2. La Chapelle d'Abondance, warm and intimate

Just a stone's throw from Abondance, La Chapelle d'Abondance offers the perfect setting for your family weekends and holidays. La Chapelle d'Abondance is a cosy, intimate ski resort with 35 km of pistes and a direct link to the Portes du Soleil ski area. You can also enjoy a more human-sized ski area at "Chapelle Liberté", with 130 km of pistes.

Closer to the major estates such as Morgins or ChâtelLa Chapelle d'Abondance has nevertheless managed to retain its identity and intimate atmosphere. But it has not forgotten that it is a dynamic village resort offering a wide range of activities, in summer and winter alike, to discover its local area, its history, its nature or to have fun while doing sport.

3. Two village resorts to invest in as second homes

Why should you come? Firstly, because you'll find the Savoyard architecture typical of this region of the Alps. Large wooden farmhouses, leaning against the slope, with low-pitched gable roofs and openwork balconies. Farmhouses that have seen the passage of time and remained true to themselves, where the traces of life are written in every groove of the wood. Some have been restored to house large flats equipped with all modern comforts. The new buildings constructed over the years have been inspired by this architecture to blend in with the village and preserve its rustic mountain charm.

Then there's the fact that these villages are perfect for relaxation: all the activities are within easy reach, summer and winter alike, while staying away from the hustle and bustle of the big resorts. The Portes du Soleil area accessible whenever you want, for a day without limits. A unique, family-friendly atmosphere, where sharing is the key word. Accessibility from ThononEvian or Switzerland. And a much more accessible property market than a few kilometres up the road, with just as many rental opportunities.

So why not let us show you around the Vallée d'Abondance? Our local knowledge means we can work with you to explore the best opportunities and build the project of your dreams.