Champery is a quaint alpine village located in a valley in the Western Swiss Alps; at an altitude of approximately 1050 metres. The beautiful village lies in a prime location; only an hour from the airport in Geneva, and is the gateway into the international ski area ‘Les Portes du Soleil’.

Champery has been a tourist destination since 1857; with a cable car taking passengers up to the Portes du Soleil throughout the year. In the winter, the area is renowned for its skiing, and in the summer the area is a popular destination for hikers and mountain climbers. The area has remained unspoilt despite its popular reputation, and visitors can stay in picturesque Swiss chalets at the base of the Chablais Alps.

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