Les Arcs
Nearest railway station: Bourg-Saint-Maurice + funicular
Nearest airports: Chambéry, Geneva, Lyon
Visiting Les Arcs
The south-east-facing resort stretches masterfully over the Vanoise park, where holidaymakers delight in the magnificent high mountain panorama and the convivial pedestrian streets that run through the historic architecture. Les Arcs comprises several villages with each their own identity but sharing a harmonious development. From the large housing with unobstructed views of Les Arcs 1600 and 1800 to the more intimate comfort of Les Arcs 1950 and 2000, Les Arcs is one of the most versatile resorts in Savoie.
Beyond the historical and more recent initiatives to preserve its natural environment, the resort was recently awarded the “Flocon Vert” label, a first for the region for its sustainable initiatives.
This comes as no surprise to the regulars who enjoy the resort’s 425 km of slopes linked by express lifts within the aptly-named Paradiski (shared with La Plagne). So many modern facilities that allow holidaymakers to take full advantage of the area and take in its natural beauty either through nature awareness (mountain animal museum) or the panoramic terraces at the Carreley or the Aiguille Rouge peaks to best admire Mont Blanc and appreciate the 360° view.