Saint-Martin-de-Belleville

Saint-Martin-de-Belleville is one of the most genuine and evocative villages in all of Les 3 Vallées.
Here you're met with traditional stone houses, narrow lanes, small inns and an atmosphere that feels more like a classic mountain village than a large resort.

Despite its calm, historic character, the village sits right in the middle of the world's largest ski system, with direct lifts that quickly take you up the slopes and onward towards Méribel, Les Menuires and Val Thorens.

It's the perfect destination for anyone who wants to combine grand skiing with calm, culture and a genuine alpine-village feel.

Snow-covered alpine mountain ranges under a dark sky with grey clouds.

The skiing – Les 3 Vallées at its most harmonious

Saint-Martin-de-Belleville lies at an altitude of 1,450 metres and serves as an elegant gateway to Les 3 Vallées. The lifts start right in the village centre, giving you quick access to both Les Menuires and the top of Tougnète – one of the system's best hubs.

Highlights of the skiing

Direct connection to Les 3 Vallées
Perfect for long day trips across the whole system
Easy-access terrain for families and intermediate skiers
Fast transport to Méribel and Val Thorens
Beautiful forest runs all the way down to the village
Often less crowded than the larger resorts

Saint-Martin offers one of the system's most pleasant flows: smooth, harmonious slopes and a clear layout that makes it easy to find your way even for inexperienced travellers.

Off-piste and variety

Via Tougnète and the area around the village there are good opportunities for:

Calmer off-piste in forests and glades
Long descents back towards the village
More open terrain as you approach Les Menuires
Fast transport to more advanced areas in Val Thorens or Méribel

For anyone who wants to combine calm village evenings with more challenging skiing, the location is perfect.

The village – rustic, warm and full of character

This is one of Les 3 Vallées' most unique qualities: a world-class ski system, based in an authentic alpine village that has preserved its look and culture through the centuries.

Here you'll find:

stone houses with wooden beams
small restaurants
traditional inns
local cheese and delicatessen shops
a small square with a church
cosy bars with local wines

Unlike the larger, more modern resorts in the valley, Saint-Martin offers a slower pace – perfect for families, couples and anyone who loves to savour life.

Accommodation – charm meets comfort

Saint-Martin-de-Belleville has a range of accommodation that differs from the rest of the valley:

chalets in a traditional style
small family-run hotels
modern but discreet boutique hotels
affordable apartments in older buildings
premium chalets with views over the valley

Most places are close to the lift or reached via a short walk. It's a village where you feel like you're living in nature, not in the middle of a large resort.

Snow-covered alpine peaks under a clear blue sky.

Food and restaurants

Saint-Martin is also surprisingly strong when it comes to food. Here you'll find several small restaurants that combine Savoyard cuisine with modern French and alpine dishes.

Local favourites include: