Considered by many to be the world's premier ski resort, Val d'Isθre (known simply as just 'Val' to the locals) is hard to fault, offering some of the best skiing anywhere together with exciting and lively aprθs ski.
The heart of Val d'Isθre dates back to the 13th century, complementing its higher, more futuristic linked neighbour, Tignes. Between the two areas (known as l'Espace Killy), there are around 97 ski-lifts whisking you in all directions up to heights of over 3450m (11,340ft), including the glacier on the Grande Motte, guaranteeing excellent snow.
There is an excellent mix of steep slopes (including the famous black run 'Face') wide bowls, exiting tree runs and the unmissible 'Secret Valley' which snakes its way through a ravine to La Daille.
La Daille, with a good selection of accommodation is at the lower end of the valley and the hamlet of Le Fornet lies 2km out of the main town at the top end of the valley.back to top
Resort Altitude (m): 1850
Highest Lift (m): 3456
Total Piste (km): 300
Longest Ascent (km): 10
Pistes:
Easy (green): 79
Intermediate (blue/red): 36
Hard (black): 14
Terrain / Snowboard Park: Yes
Resort Ratings:
Beginners: 3/5
Intermediates: 5/5
Advanced: 4/5
Snowboarders: 4/5
Families: 4/5
Non-Skiers: 4/5
Apres-Ski: 5/5
Resort Charm: 4/5
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Lively right through to the early hours. Dick's T-Bar for the best laser show and videos, Pacific Bar - pub atmosphere, the Moris Pub for a lively atmosphere with live bands. Try also Cafe Face and Victors.back to top
Over 80 restaurants - all categories 3-course French meal around 30 Euro Fondue for 30 Euro including wine Pizza from 15 Euro 1789 for traditional fondues, La Perdrix Blanche and Le Lodge for the best pizzas in town, Bananas for Mexican food.back to top
Cinema with regular films in English Skidoo riding Indoor swimming-pool free with 7-21 day lift-pass Fitness centre with English tuition Paragliding Ice climbing Ice rink Ice diving Husky sledging Winter walkingback to top
English speaking group ski lessons for children over 6 only during school holidays with Snowfun (prebooking advisable).
ESF all season, 4-12 years, 0930-1230, 1430-1700 (approx. 185 Euros for 6 days), lunchtime supervision during French holidays.
Childrens Holiday Home:+ 33 (0)4 79 40 09 Nursery 'Le Petit Poucet': + 33 (0)4 79 06 13 97back to top
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