If you're coming by private car from UK, The Big Chalet, Verchaix is 8 hours' driving time from Calais, or 630 miles on the motorway. Click here for route.

Please ensure that your car is serviced before you leave and that you've notified your insurance company. Membership or cover from a European breakdown recovery service like the AA or RAC is essential.

Snow chains for additional grip are essential in the mountains. For ease of use we recommend the autosock – www.autosock.co.uk or Rudd snow chains www.roofbox.co.uk

There is ample off-street parking at The Big Chalet, Verchaix.

The Big Chalet is FOR SALE for more details click here