
Watersports
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© Refuge du Mont Pourri
Summer refuge situated in the stunning Vanoise National Park
With beautiful Alpine panoramic views and plenty of summer activities to do, this is the perfect spot for a night or two away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Run by the French Alpine Club this refuge has several dormitories sleeping up to 50 people, on a bed only or half-board basis. Pillows and blankets are provided but for hygiene reasons you must provide your own sheet or sleeping bag liner (they can also be rented from the refuge).
The refuge offers breakfast and dinner to half-board guests. During the day there is a lunch and snack menu that is available to hikers and visitors. Those who wish to cater for themselves can use the cooking facilities at the hut for a small fee.
At an altitude of 2,374m this can be a gateway to climbing the peak of Mont Pourri, or a stop over for hikers exploring the area as it's ideally located between the resorts of Les Arcs and Tignes.
Open from mid-June until mid-September, there is the possibility of weekend bookings in spring between mid-March and mid-May.
Visit the website to find the latest opening and closing dates and this season's prices.
From Albertville, Moutiers (N90), then via Landry (D87) and Peisey-Nancroix.
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From Albertville, Moutiers (N90), then Bourg-St-Maurice (D113) and Les Arcs 1800 or Les Arcs 2000.
Bus stations in Bourg-St-Maurice
SNCF stations in Landry and Bourg-St-Maurice
When the stations of Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry are open:
– paid funicular from Bourg-St-Maurice to Arcs 1600 then free shuttles to Les Arcs 1800 or Les Arcs 2000.
– paid shuttle from Landry to Peisey then free shuttles to Les Lanches - Rosuel.
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.
Hearty home-made cooking, with changing seasonal menus. Eat in the cosy dining area or the sunny terrace with views over the mountains.
Situated at the top of the Transarc gondola in Arc 2000, the “Grotte de Glace” is quite an extraordinary place to visit. Dozens of sculptors from all over Europe spend a week here at the start of each season, carving wonderfully exotic figures out of the snow and ice.
Exhibits and short films about pressing apples in the Savoie region which includes information about experiments conducted to see how to preserve the juice.
Alpine collection of minerals from around Bourg St Maurice and Mont Blanc and slideshows on the wildlife of the Alps.
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Situated in the Place Olympique in Les Arcs 2000 is the lift pass office where you can pick up lift passes, pedestrian passes, lift information and piste maps.
Right at the front of the pistes is the lift pass office of Les Arcs 1950.
Opposite the Vanoise Express cable car and at the bottom of the Peisey chairlift is the lift pass office, next to the ESF office
At the bottom of the Vallandry lift, next to the ESF office, is the Vallandry lift pass office.
In the centre of Les Arcs and close to the Teleseige de la Vagere is one of the two lift pass offices ins Arc 1800.
At the front of the slopes at Place du Charvet is one of the lift pass offices in Les Arcs 1800.
Arc 2000 is the highest village in Les Arcs, offering unbeatable access to snow-sure slopes and the Aiguille Rouge freeride area. Compact yet efficient, it provides large self-catering apartments and chalets with ski-in ski-out convenience. The village is quieter at night, ideal for those prioritising skiing and mountain activities.
Arc 1950 is the most recently built Les Arcs resort, a car-free pedestrianised village with ski-in ski-out accommodation. Ideal for families, it combines modern comfort with alpine charm and offers cafés, restaurants and bars, plus a short walk or gondola to neighbouring Arc 2000 for extra entertainment and facilities.
Plan Peisey and Vallandry are two interconnected villages providing easy access to the Paradiski ski area via the Vanoise Express and local lifts. The villages feature a mix of traditional apartments, hotels and chalets, all in a picturesque, family-friendly setting. Free shuttle buses make getting around simple, while the peaceful atmosphere suits those focused on skiing rather than nightlife.
The largest of the Les Arcs villages, Arc 1800 is made up of four interconnected pedestrianised areas. It offers excellent ski access, a lively atmosphere, a variety of accommodation and plenty of off-slope activities. Ideal for families, groups or couples who want to be at the centre of the action.
At 1,200m Villaroger is the lowest of the mountainside villages in Les Arcs. It's an ideal winter destination for skiers who mostly spend all day on the pistes and appreciate a little tranquillity in the evenings. Situated on north-facing slopes, Villaroger is somewhat shaded and therefore retains snow despite its relatively low altitude. In the summer, the village is well connected to the MTB trails and is an ideal starting point for exploring the Tarentaise valley.
The original Les Arcs village, Arc 1600 sits at the base of the slopes just minutes from Bourg Saint Maurice. Pedestrian-friendly and well connected, it offers a range of accommodation, restaurants and bars, with ski lifts and schools right from the village centre. Perfect for beginners and seasoned skiers alike.
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