France Les Arcs Ski Holidays

Heart of the Tarentaise Valley

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Les Arcs Ski Holiday Guide

“Les Arcs is a superb resort for a ski holiday and is one of my favourite in France. There have been some fantastic improvements to the lifts over the past few years, especially the addition of the Vanoise Express which takes you to over to La Plagne in a matter of minutes.” Claire, Product Manager.

Perched high in the Tarantaise Valley, Les Arcs is a snow-sure choice, boasting a huge ski area suitable for all abilities. The Paradiski lift linking the ski area to La Plagne, creating one of the largest ski domains in Europe, reinforces Les Arcs’ position as the number-one choice for many people's ski holidays. Arc 1800 is popular with its lively après-ski scene, whereas Arc 1950 and 2000 offer a superior standard of accommodation with excellent hotel-style facilities, ideal for families.

Skiing in Les Arcs

There is a huge variety of skiing on offer in Les Arcs. Beginners can access spacious and sunny nursery slopes from each of the four villages, providing a safe area for ski schools. Leisurely skiers will enjoy the wide array of long and cruisy blues, whilst more confident skiers will find many challenging reds and blacks as well as some excellent off-piste. Have a go at the impressive Aiguille Rouge route starting above Arc 2000 at 3226m and finishing up in the hamlet of Villaroger some 2000 metres below. Or for some less intense terrain, try the multitude of tree runs above Peisey-Vallandry for a superb introduction to off-piste and an unlimited choice of routes. Hiring a guide through one of the local ski schools is highly recommended.

Often described as the “home of snowboarding” in Europe, Les Arcs is an excellent choice for boarders, whether you’re an expert or a complete novice. For the more advanced, the popular Apocalypse terrain park, boarder-cross courses, varied off-piste and expanse of linked runs will not leave you short of options whatever the conditions.

With a wide range of lift passes available to book before you go, free ski passes for all children under 6, plus a great choice of ski school options, whatever your taste or ability you will find a ski holiday in Les Arcs to suit you.