BUYING PROPERTY IN THE FRENCH ALPS
The French Alps have always been a popular property market for international buyers and is increasingly open and commerical. Buying property in French ski resorts is a time-consuming and complicated process. In addition many French ski resorts are now protected by strict planning regulations and plots for new-build alpine property are scarce.
Established ski resorts in the French Alps such as Val d'Isere, Chamonix and Courchevel are still enjoying a period of high demand with a limited supply of superior quality property. Property within these and other exclusive ski resorts attract a premium due to international demand and lack of availability.
Aspect International can help you overcome these hurdles to find and buy the ideal alpine property in France.

LOCATIONS IN THE FRENCH ALPS
• Alpe d'Huez The 'island in the sun' is an up and coming ski resort in the Southern Alps with good links to Grenoble airport.
• Chamonix Still the capital of extreme skiing, Chamonix now mixes steep slopes with cosmopolitan bars and shopping.
• Courchevel Courchevel 1850 remains one of the most sought-after addresses for ski property purchase.
• Les Gets A traditional mountain village with family friendly credentials, Les Gets is one of the closest ski resorts to Geneva.
• Megeve One of France's most exclusive ski resorts, its popularity is reflected in the high property prices.
• Meribel The British choice, known for visually friendly architecture and a good choice of Savoyarde chalets.
• Morzine The major ski resort in the Portes du Soleil ski area, interest in Morzine is growing among international buyers looking for a dual season resort.
• Serre Chevalier An extensive ski area linking a cluster of attractive mountain villages offering a variety of investment opportunities.
• Tignes Part of the Espace Killy ski area, one of France's most famous purpose-built resorts is undergoing a transformation.
• Val d'Isere Still the number one choice for alpine property investors, high quality opportunities are scarce and attract a premium.
Aspect International can advise interested property buyers of the possibilities in lesser known ski resorts.
• Les Houches A few minutes from Chamonix, Les Houches enjoys the same ski area, spectacular views of Mont Blanc and lower property prices.
• Praz sur Arly A hidden gem linking into the extensive Espace Diamant ski area, a few kilometres from the cosmpolitan resort of Megeve.
• St Foy A popular choice with off-piste enthusiasts, the charming village of St Foy is also close to the Espace Killy ski area.
• St Gervais Renowned for its thermal baths, St Gervais is a well established mountain town in easy reach of Geneva.
• Samoens Considered the new Chamonix by many, the historic ski area of Samoens links into the extensive Grand Massif ski area.
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