Les Arcs 1950
Arc 1950 is a compact, car-free village offering ski-in ski-out accommodation, family-friendly facilities and easy access to neighbouring Arc 2000
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.
Arc 1950 is arguably the prettiest of the Les Arcs villages, a compact high-altitude resort with a charming chocolate-box alpine style. Built most recently in 2007 by Intrawest, the company behind North American ski destinations such as Whistler and Copper Mountain, it combines modern comfort with a traditional mountain village feel. The whole resort is pedestrianised and car-free, allowing you to ski right through the centre in winter, and all accommodation, shops and restaurants offer ski-in ski-out access to the pistes.
The village has a real community atmosphere, with a range of cafés, restaurants and bars that encourage guests to stay local in the evenings. Accommodation is modern, spacious and family-friendly, managed by reputable operators, and perfect if you are travelling with young children.
Arc 1950 is also conveniently located just below Arc 2000, which is easily reached by a short walk or the free Cabriolet gondola, giving you access to additional dining, entertainment and après-ski options. Quiet in the evenings yet lively during the day, Arc 1950 is ideal for families seeking an attractive alpine setting with convenient access to the slopes and a full winter holiday experience.
Location | Km from Les Arcs 1800 | Best for |
Arc 1600 | 19 | Quiet hamlet vibe |
Arc 1800 | - | Lively central location at the heart of things |
Arc 1950 | 13.6 | Pedestrianised alpine vibe |
Arc 2000 | 15.2 | Snow sure purpose-built |
Plan Peisey | 4.1 | Small and quiet, great access |
Vallandry | 4.1 | Small and quiet, great access |
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- Watersports in Arc 1950
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Ski Hire in Arc 1950
Ski Hire in Arc 1950
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Hôtel MMV Altitude
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, they’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Arc 2000!
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Front de Neige
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Les Arcs? Just visit the NetSki Front de Neige store!
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Chalet de l'Ours
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day.
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Le Manoir
This shop is based in the lower part of Les Arcs 1950 in the beautiful ski-in, ski-out 5* residence, Le Manoir de Savoie.
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Le Hameau du Glacier
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Les Arcs? Just visit the NetSki Le Hameau du Glacier store!
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1950 Spirit
Found right at the heart of the Arc 1950 Village, this ski and snowboard rental shop is situated just next to the Spirit Ski School in the pedestrianised centre.
Ski School in Arc 1950
Ski School Lessons in Arc 1950
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Private ski lessons
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Group ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school offers group snowboard and ski lessons for adults and children.
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Private ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
Part of the Evolution 2 group, their team consists of more than 70 accredited ski and snowboard instructors as well as experienced mountain guides, who are all bilingual.
Sights & Attractions in Arc 1950
One of the key attractions of Arc 1950 is its altitude. During the winter you are absolutely guaranteed great snow at 1,950m, even very early or very late in the season.
An attraction in its own right, the picturesque, beautifully constructed village retains a sense of calm seclusion by hiding all the cars in a vast underground car park. So it remains completely accessible whilst being car free. Once here there are excellent views toward La Rosière and, if you enjoy spectacular panoramas, you are not far from the gondolas leading up to the Aiguille Rouge peak (at 3,226m) which affords incredible views of the entire French Alps.
Dining in Arc 1950
There is a good range of restaurants in Arc 1950, ranging from quick and easy snack bars like Meli’s to a full, gourmet dining experience in La Table des Lys. A great option for breakfast is the Wood Bear café which serves great coffee as well as reasonably-priced lunches and early-evening apéro. Perhaps the most well-known restaurant in Arc 1950 is La Vache Rouge – they serve many Savoyard favourites and specialise in spit-roasted, hand-carved meats.
Restaurants in Arc 1950
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Le Savoy Restaurant
Enjoy some culinary delights such as traditional Savoyard dishes for lunch and dinner, and a non-stop service during the weekends.
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Le 2134 Rooftop Restaurant
Traditional French and Savoyarde cuisine in Les Arcs 2000 resort.
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Wood Bear café
Divided into two levels, this small café is a great place to enjoy a hot drink with a snack or a larger lunch.
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La Creche Restaurant d'Altitude
This traditional Savoyard mountain restaurant is located in Les Arcs 2000.
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Au Refuge Gourmand Restaurant
This restaurant specialises in traditional Alpine food such as fondue and tartiflette, as well as burgers, soups and salads.
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Chalet de Luigi Restaurant
Offers the famous San Daniele ham through a lunch and evening menu which combines fresh pasta, northern Italian dishes and mountain specialities.
Events in Arc 1950
Events in Les Arcs
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European Heritage Days
Exceptional locations around France, including Les Arcs, will be open to visit on the Journées du Patrimoine - a European wide event inspired by by France’s Journées Portes Ouvertes which started in 1984.
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Trail du Petit-St Bernard
The last high-altitude trail of the year, every race begins and ends at Les Chapieux-Bourg St Maurice.
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Valentine's Day in Les Arcs
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Les Arcs is a great choice.
Things to do in Arc 1950
The winter is all about skiing. Arc 1950 is exceptionally well-connected to the pistes, with the whole resort effectively being ski-in ski-out.
Also, during the winter season, there is a comprehensive calendar of events, with each week having a different theme and entertainment centring around the main square. Christmas is marked with impressive musical parades! In the summertime, the main events occur on ‘special Wednesdays’ with themes including bike week, medieval times, the far west and fairground games.
If you fancy a bit of rest and relaxation, the Deep Nature Spa is impressively styled as a series of underground caves. The Arc 1950 hotels also feature indoor and, in summer, outdoor heated pools. Furthermore, with Arc 2000 being so close, there are even more ‘things to do’ right on the doorstep.
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Snowshoeing
This is a perfect way to discover the charm and serenity of the mountains away from the busy pistes.
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Dinner in a Mongolian Yurt
After a day on the slopes take a relaxing break in a rather unusual place!
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Patinoire Naturelle (Ice Rink)
In Place de la Patinoire you will find the natural outdoor ice skating rink.
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Bowling Arc 2000
In the heart of Les Arcs 2000 you will find the bowling alley and games room.
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Speed Riding School
Les Arcs is the perfect spot to learn and practice speed riding. This company is recognised by the French free flight federation.
Cycling in Arc 1950
Cycling Routes in Les Arcs
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Bourg St Maurice to Col du Petit Saint Bernard
The area around Bourg St Maurice has the largest number of cols in the Tarentaise Valley.
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The Cormet de Roselend
The area around Bourg St Maurice has the largest number of cols in the Tarentaise Valley.
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Col de l'Iseran
The cols here are all world famous, thanks to the rather well known road race, the Tour de France.
Hiking in Arc 1950
Walking Routes in Les Arcs
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Gentle walks in Les Arcs and the Paradiski
In Les Arcs you will find a range of walking routes that take on easier terrain, cover shorter distances and are generally more accessible to families and those who prefer a relaxing stroll to an intensive hike.
Watersports in Arc 1950
Watersports in Les Arcs
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Rafting In The Alps
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
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Hydrospeeding
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
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Watersports
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.
Families in Arc 1950
Nightlife in Arc 1950
In the village are a few bars, a pub and a late-night club. With Arc 1950 being so compact, often a place which serves midday lunch can be a popular night-time drinking spot. Alternatively, an early-morning breakfast café might serve some of the best après-ski drinks.
Regardless of the name, Les Belles Pintes is an Irish pub with gaelic styling, Guinness on tap, a pool table and good-value happy hours. Le Chalet de Luigi does everything; positioned right on the piste, it is a restaurant serving lunch and dinner, a bar for live music and sports on TV, and a club for after-hours dancing. O’Chaud is similarly versatile, although it is less food-orientated; a cosy bar during the day, the dance music kicks in at night and continues into the early hours of the morning. For a general early evening (or après ski) beverage, Wood Bear café always has a good selection of beers on tap whilst George’s Wine Bar is an amateur sommelier’s dream.
Bars & Clubs in Arc 1950
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Red Rock Café Restaurant & Bar
Lively bar and street food in Les Arcs 2000 serving generous helpings from morning to late. You’ll find pizzas, pasta and huge burgers alongside grilled meats and salads. Ideal for a quick bite or to keep the après going into the night.
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O'Chaud Lounge Bar
A smart and cosy lounge bar designed to create a soothing daytime environment or a more lively atmosphere in the evening.
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Bowling Arc 2000
In the heart of Les Arcs 2000 you will find the bowling alley and games room.
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Chalet de Luigi Bar
Open in both the summer and the winter for lunch, dinner and evening entertainment. This is a great meeting point with a large south-facing balcony alongside the 'piste des Marmottes'.
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Les Belles Pintes
A taste of traditional Ireland in the mountains of Les Arcs 1950, serving a selection of draught beers and wines, as well as regular live music.
Chalets in Arc 1950
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Alouette Chalet
The chalet style apartment is located in the 5-star Auberge Jerome Residence, in the heart of the Arcs 1950 luxury ski resort. only a few minutes from the shops, bars and tasty restaurants.
Price: £1,162
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Coulicou Chalet
The chalet is located in the 5-star residence of Prince de Cimes, in the centre of Arc 1950. It features magnificent mountain views and is only 200m from Varet, Saint Jacques Ski Lift and Marmottes Ski Lift, so you have great access to the slopes.
Price: £1,168
Holidays Rentals in Arc 1950
There are eight apartment buildings in the Arc 1950 village, each managed by either Pierre et Vacances or Radisson. The resort was only developed in 2003 and all available accommodation is both modern and well-maintained. There is a vast underground car park beneath the village, which means your vehicle is normally only an elevator-trip away from your front door.
Holiday Rentals in Arc 1950
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Arc 1950 Premium
Pierre & Vacances offers you a wonderful ski experience in Arc 1950 through our 8 top-of-the-range residences. A car free village, free from turmoil and nuisance, our residences are built of stone, timber and stone roofing slabs, inspiring desires and well-being while offering comfortable, spacious accommodation. Services include bars, restaurants, free internet connections, individual ski lockers, outdoor pool a fitness room and much, much more.
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La Source des Arcs - 2 Bedroom West-facing Apartment
Comfortable two-bedroom apartment with a private balcony and beautiful views.
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Arc 1950 Premium
Pierre & Vacances offers you a wonderful ski experience in Arc 1950 through our 8 top-of-the-range residences. A car free village, free from turmoil and nuisance, our residences are built of stone, timber and stone roofing slabs, inspiring desires and well-being while offering comfortable, spacious accommodation. Services include bars, restaurants, free internet connections, individual ski lockers, outdoor pool a fitness room and much, much more.
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La Cime des Arcs - 1 Bedroom Apartment
Compact and comfortable one-bedroom apartment with balcony.
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La Source des Arcs - 1 Bedroom Apartment
Stylish and well-equipped apartment, ideal for a cosy and enjoyable stay for two.
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La Source des Arcs - 2 Bedroom South-facing Apartment
Comfortable two-bedroom apartment with a private balcony and beautiful views.
Hotels in Arc 1950
Hotels in Arc 1950
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Arc 1950 Le Village Premium Residence
This 5-star concept village with "Green Key" accreditation offers ski-in/ski-out access, swimming pools overlooking the snow-capped mountains and a Deep Nature® Spa for families and skiers to enjoy!Fully pedestrianised, it offers a wide range of activities and spacious apartments.
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Arc 1950 Premium Apartment Residence
Pierre & Vacances offers you a wonderful ski experience in Arc 1950 through our 8 top-of-the-range residences. A car free village, free from turmoil and nuisance, our residences are built of stone, timber and stone roofing slabs, inspiring desires and well-being while offering comfortable, spacious accommodation. Services include bars, restaurants, free internet connections, individual ski lockers, outdoor pool a fitness room and much, much more.
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Taj-I Mah Hotel
Perched upon a cliff in Les Arcs' highest village, Arc 2000, this establishment was opened in 2016 as Paradiski's first 5-star hotel. From ski-to-door access to a fully equipped spa, gourmet restaurants and elegantly decorated rooms, it offers all the luxuries you expect from a five-star hotel.
Campsites in Arc 1950
How to get to Arc 1950
Transfers for Les Arcs
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Les Arcs. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Shared Bus Airport Transfers
A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
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Shared airport transfers
Direct, shared ski transfers to Les Arcs at competitive prices.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Les Arcs, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.