Val d'Isere
(1850m - 3456m)
Widely acclaimed as one of the top ski resorts in the world, Val d'Isere
offers a unique combination of old world charm, cosmopolitan international
clientele and a great variety of apres-ski for all age groups.
Every year International ski journalists argue the
point as to whether Val d'Iisere provides the best all round skiing
in the world. Espace Killy is the highest extended terrain in the Alps
and, therefore, the best snow guarantee that you can get.
For the beginner, Val d'Isere is a very comfortable
place to learn to ski with free ski lifts and nursery slopes right in
the heart of Val d'Isere very near to all the bars and restaurants.
Above the resort, and only one chairlift away are
the green runs on the Solaise and Fornet mountains. L'Espace Killy is
reknowned for being the "promised land" for intermediate
skiiers. There are mile uppon mile of wide gentle sunny pistes and
many challenging red runs for those that want the challenge.
More experienced skiers take to the Bellevarde
mountain above the village which houses the Snow Park, a fun place for
snowboarders, moguls, bumps and great off-piste that overlook the village.
And for those of "007" stature, the daunting Face de Bellevarde
black run offers the ultimate for those wanting an adrenalin fix.
The lift system in Val d'Isere is very impressive
with the Funival (underground train) ascending to 2850m in 4 minutes.
It is one or the nine principal lifts that whisk you away onto the l'Espace
Killy in no time. From there it is possible to ski over to Tignes.
Apres Ski - Val d'Isere
Reknowned for being one of the most lively resorts
in the French Alps for a variety of Apres Ski entertainment, Val d'Isere
offers something for all and ages tastes. For the young and enthusiastic
Apres Skiiers, Le Petit Danois and Bananas bar are very popular for
those straight off the slopes. Cafe Face is a great place to try out
during Happy Hour with the price of beer increasing as the clock ticks
by - so get there early for great prices. For those with a more discerning
taste and in search of a quieter evening, La Taverne d'Alsace or the
Blizzard Hotel both offer a gentle ambience in front of a roaring log
fire.
For the night owls Club 21 and the famous Dick's Tea
bar are open until the early hours, for those with the stamina.
Shopping - Val d'Isere
Val d'Isere offers a wide variety of shops from exclusive
haute couture, to luxurious lingerie, souvenir shops to technical clothing
and art galleries to cheese shops. On Mondays there streets are transformed
into the local market which sells everything from ski gear to sausages.
Great for mulling around after leaving the slopes for the day.
Entertainment - Val d'Isere
Indoor swimming pool, outdoor ice -rink, gym, cinema, body treatments.
In the evenings there is organised entertainment on the nursery slopes
for children. For the more active there is husky rides, paragliding,
Circuit de Glace (ice driving), quad bike racing and horse riding.
All in all Val d'Isere has something for everyone
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