Chatel is a traditional farming village that has embraced skiing and mountain sports in general, but at the same time has retained its rustic charm. In the winter the chalets, farms and surrounding mountains are covered in snow making chatel the perfect place to stay and ski.

There are a wide range of shops selling traditional local produce, as well as super markets, banks, pharmacy and sport shops to hire or buy all of the mountain equipment you will need to make your summer or winter holiday just perfect.

Where as in the summer the village takes on a different persona with its spectacular scenary and beautiful floral displays. Making Chatel a great place to take the mountain air as you walk, ride or paraglide over the surrounding mountain and alpine meadows, or relax next to the lake.