Rules for skiers

On skis or on a snowboard… whatever your style, safety on the slopes is essential to fully enjoy your mountain getaway. Here are the essential rules for safe skiing, based on international mountain safety principles.

Adopt them every time you head out: they protect both you and others, making time on the slopes enjoyable for everyone.

These rules apply to beginners and experienced skiers alike.

To reduce the risk of injury, you need equipment suited to your body type, your skill level, and the day’s conditions. Proper gear improves control and reduces the risk of accidents on the slopes.

• Choose a certified helmet to protect you in case of a fall.

• Consider wearing a back protector: it shields your spine in case of a fall or collision.

• Have your skis or snowboard adjusted by a professional.

• Check the bindings and overall condition of your equipment.

• Wear warm, windproof clothing and gloves, as well as appropriate sun protection (goggles, sunglasses, sunscreen).

A few minutes of warm-up can prevent muscle tension and injuries. Gentle stretching, joint mobilization, light cardio exercises… Preparing your body helps you enjoy a longer and safer day on the slopes.

Before heading out, make sure you know:

• the weather forecast,

• snow conditions,

• avalanche risk,

• which slopes are open or closed.

Adapt your behaviour and your equipment accordingly.

Maintaining control helps avoid collisions and ensures you can react quickly to unexpected obstacles.

Always adjust your speed according to:

• your physical and technical abilities,

• the slope’s difficulty and crowd levels,

• visibility and snow conditions.

This rule applies to all skiers and snowboarders:

• Beginners: stick to learning areas and green slopes.

• Advanced riders: adapt your speed and behaviour on green and blue slopes.

Mountain signage exists for your safety. Follow signs, danger warnings, closures, and marked zones. A closed slope may hide risks that are not visible: ice patches, insufficient snow, avalanche control work, grooming machines…

Golden rule: the skier uphill is responsible for avoiding the skier downhill.

Everyone must avoid collisions: anticipate, look ahead, and adjust your path based on the people around you. Keep a safe distance and leave enough room when overtaking.
Passing should always be done without disturbing others and with a safety margin adapted to everyone’s speed.

This also applies when starting again or changing direction. Before setting off, restarting, or turning, always check your surroundings. Looking far ahead helps you anticipate. A quick look left, right, and behind can prevent an accident.

The ski area is shared. Keep a reasonable distance from other skiers and leave enough space when overtaking. Overtaking must be done without hindering others and with a safety margin adapted to each skier’s speed.

Need to Stop? Move to the Side!

Never stop in the middle of a slope, in a narrow section, or just after a breakover.
If you need to stop, move to the side, in a visible spot, to avoid collisions.

If you fall (without serious injury), clear the slope quickly by moving to the nearest side.
If you must walk back up to retrieve equipment or secure an accident zone, always do so along the edge of the slope.

Secure the area: slow other users down and, if possible, place crossed skis above the accident zone. If you witness an accident, alert ski patrol immediately.

The emergency number is printed on your skipass or available on the mobile app.
Describe the situation, the exact location, and the condition of the injured person. Stay with them until ski patrol arrives.

Why follow the rules of a good skier?

Following the rules of good skiing preserves everyone’s safety and enjoyment:

• reduces the risk of accidents and collisions,

• improves coexistence between beginners and experts,

• allows you to enjoy the ski area with peace of mind,

• protects everyone’s experience (families, children, snowboarders, hikers…).

These rules are at the heart of safe mountain sports practices and help everyone enjoy a secure and pleasant glide experience.