Le Rathvel is a small ski resort of the Swiss Prealps, located in the canton of Fribourg.

Rathvel
LocationSwitzerland
Coordinates46°32′40″N 6°58′49″E / 46.54444°N 6.98028°E / 46.54444; 6.98028
Top elevation1481 m
Base elevation1185 m
Skiable area8 km of runs
Trails5 (easy 2, intermediate 3)
Lift system4 (3 surface lifts, 1 ski tows)
Websitehttp://www.rathvel.ch

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Rathvel belongs to the municipality of Châtel-Saint-Denis. It is situated 5 km north of Les Paccots, another small ski resort.

Winter activities edit

The ski pistes are situated on the eastern slopes of the Niremont. The maximal difference in altitude is approximately 300 m.

On Fridays, an 800-meter long piste is illuminated for night skiing.

Rathvel ski resort is particularly well-suited for beginners and children.

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