Two intertwined villages with separate snow fronts and great access to the Paradiski areas
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.
Plan Peisey and Vallandry are two picturesque, intertwined villages that together form a charming winter base with direct links to La Plagne. Vallandry sits closest to Arc 1800, while Plan Peisey is connected to the La Plagne slopes via the double-decker Vanoise Express gondola. A ‘lobster pot’ lift also joins Plan Peisey with the original Peisey village below. Both villages are compact and easy to navigate, with free shuttle buses and a mix of apartments, hotels and standalone chalets.
Despite being slightly more isolated than other Les Arcs resorts, their location makes them ideal for exploring the entire Paradiski domain. You can ski from Vallandry to Arc 1800 in around 30 minutes or take one of the free navettes in the evening. The nearby Peisey-Nancroix Nordic area offers cross-country trails for those looking to branch out from the downhill slopes.
Accommodation here tends to be traditional in style and excellent value, making it perfect for families or skiers who want to focus on the mountains rather than nightlife. With superb piste access and a peaceful atmosphere, Plan Peisey and Vallandry are a wonderful choice if your priority is skiing across the world’s third-largest linked ski area.
| 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 |
Want to run in the fresh groomed snow at night during your winter sports holiday? This beautiful course is 11km long and has over 600m of vertical ascent through forests and snowy slopes. It takes place on the pistes between Arc 1800 and Arc 1950.
Riding, sliding, DJ sets and live concerts in Les Arcs for the Electronic Peak festival.
Gather all ye snowboarders at the Apocalypse Snowpark in Arc 1600 for a snowboard freestyle competition.
Facing the Mont Blanc, between the 'Deux Têtes', the best highliners in the world gather for this ISA Grand Slam competition. Spectators will be in for an impressive show.
Time to get the trainers out and turn our thoughts to summer with this timed trail run, hill climb solo or in relay. The positive height gain is 810m, over six hours you do the maximum number of laps uphill on foot on a marked walking trail.
Takes place between the towns of Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Séez.
There are truly some natural wonders in this area and it is worth taking the trip to Peisey-Nancroix any time of the year. Positioned at the end of a high-altitude valley, the scenery is spectacular and the sense of calm is palpable. There are plunging waterfalls (frozen in the winter), pretty hamlets and rugged slopes. Whether you choose to cross-country ski, hike, snow-shoe, dog-sled or ride a horse-drawn sleigh, the area fully deserves a visit.
If you walk up from Plan Peisey you can reach the Notre Dame de Vernettes chapel, which sits alone on the side of the mountain. The interior is small but magnificently painted and the local tourist office organises regular guided trips to see it. If you are an accomplished skier, it is possible to ski to the door although, because it is some way from the marked pistes, it can be easy to miss.
Another more recent man-made attraction is the Vanoise Express cable car which spans the valley. It only takes a few minutes to traverse the gap but it is quite a vertiginous feat of engineering. In the winter, expert snow artists are known to create vast murals on the fields below the gondola, giving you something to look at through the glass floor.
There are many excellent restaurants in Peisey-Vallandry. In Vallandry there are lots of brilliant restaurants to choose from so here are a few. The Bergerie de Raphael is a decadent Savoie restaurant with fabulous service and delicious food it is situated on the side of the Morey piste just above the Vallandry chairlift. The Vanoise Hotel restaurant is a lovely restaurant in the Vanoise hotel. You can find it in Plan Peisey on the side of the Paney piste, just above the Peisey chairlift. It has a wonderful menu including many Savoyard specialities. La Vache is a cosy restaurant with English staff and a very varied menu. It's situated just next to the Parchey chairlift.
If you're in Peisey there are two excellent restaurants: L'Ancolie and Le Fer à Cheval. L'Ancolie is a gorgeous family-run restaurant that you have to book. Their food is all locally sourced and changes with whatever is in season. You can find it on the road to Peisey Nancroix after Moulin on the left-hand side in a very rustic looking family chalet. Le Fer à Cheval is a small family-run restaurant that is next door to the stables in Peisey Nancroix. The food is simple but excellent with very generous portions and sterling service.
Hearty home-made cooking, with changing seasonal menus. Eat in the cosy dining area or the sunny terrace with views over the mountains.
The best bar to go to, and the hub of late-night revelry in Peisey-Vallandry is the Bar Mont Blanc situated right next to the piste directly underneath the Grizzly chairlift. They have international pub grub (think chicken wings, fajitas, and pizzas), regular live music and comedy nights. There is always a good selection of drinks available, including real ales and cider.
Another bar in Vallandry with a slightly different vibe is Mojo Bar located in the main village underneath the inventively named Vallandry chairlift. It’s open late and features a good selection of cocktails.
If you are staying in Peisey proper and don't fancy travelling up to the snow front resorts, go to Greg's Bar in Peisey village. It's a fun place where you can play pool, eat pizza and listen to good music whilst you drink/relax.
Perfectly situated opposite the Grizzly Lift in Vallandry, Bar Mont Blanc is a true Les Arcs legend. Famous for its lively atmosphere and unbeatable mountain views, it’s a favourite meeting spot for skiers, snowboarders and mountain enthusiasts. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick drink between runs, catching up with friends, or simply soaking up the scenery, Bar Mont Blanc offers a welcoming, energetic setting that captures the spirit of the mountains and the fun of après-ski life.
Right in the heart of Vallandry, Mojo Bar is, as the English say, the place to be! Easily accessible on foot, it’s the perfect spot for anyone who loves a lively après-ski and long, festive evenings.
Bowling des Arcs 1800 is the ultimate place to unwind and have fun, welcoming guests from seven to seventy-seven - and everyone in between! Perfect for families, friends, and groups, it combines a lively atmosphere with a touch of mountain charm.
Benji’s in Les Arcs 1800 is a lively, no-nonsense spot serving Tex-Mex dishes, juicy steaks and hearty burgers right by the piste. Its sunny terrace is ideal for a relaxed lunch or a refreshing après-ski drink while soaking up the mountain views. With generous portions, a welcoming pub-style atmosphere and a convenient location, Benji’s is a favourite for skiers and snowboarders looking for satisfying food, good drinks and a fun, relaxed vibe in the heart of the resort.
High in the mountains above Les Arcs, La Folie Douce brings its legendary energy to the slopes, transforming every afternoon into a spectacular celebration. Known for its vibrant mix of music, dance, and performance, this iconic après-ski venue is where the mountain meets the party in true Folie Douce style.
Perched at an altitude of nineteen hundred and fifty metres in the heart of Les Arcs 1950, Chalet de Luigi is both a bar and restaurant - a true must-visit in the resort. This cosy Savoyard chalet, with its large south-facing terrace of four hundred square metres, sits right next to the Marmottes slope, making it a perfect meeting point for skiers in winter and walkers or hikers in summer.
The Les Arcs domain is very easy to navigate on skis in the winter and by mountain bike in the summer, and the close proximity of La Plagne really helps you to ‘make the most’ of the Paradiski ski area. Aside from this, the Nordic area in Peisey-Nancroix offers a huge range of alternative activities, from the two codes of cross-country skiing, through biathlon, to snow-shoeing and dog-sledding. The village itself has a small cinema, which sometimes plays English-language films.
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.
There are lots of chalets to choose from in this area, from the more basic self-catered accommodation to ones offering hot tubs, gyms, saunas and full-board catering for large groups.
Chalet Marmotton, les Arcs has five bedrooms all with full en-suite facilities, two of them sharing a balcony. The open plan lounge and dining area has ample comfortable seating around the glass-fronted fireplace. There are French windows opening onto a West facing balcony with dramatic views from les Arcs across the valley to la Plagne.
This lovely chalet has been completed to a high standard and is situated in a tranquil location, slope side, just above the resort of Arc 1800.
This stylish modern chalet within a hotel complex has plenty of space and is situated right by the slopes just above Les Arc 1800.
This charming chalet has been completed to a high standard and is situated in a tranquil location, slope side, just above the resort of Arc 1800.
This charming chic chalet has been completed to a high standard and is situated in a tranquil location, slope side, just above the resort of Arc 1800.
This luxurious modern chalet is in a tranquil setting next to the slopes just above the resort of Les Arcs 1800.
The apartments in the villages are usually a stone’s throw from the pistes.
This charming chalet has been completed to a high standard and is situated in a tranquil location, slope side, just above the resort of Arc 1800.
Chalet Marmotton, les Arcs has five bedrooms all with full en-suite facilities, two of them sharing a balcony. The open plan lounge and dining area has ample comfortable seating around the glass-fronted fireplace. There are French windows opening onto a West facing balcony with dramatic views from les Arcs across the valley to la Plagne.
This charming chic chalet has been completed to a high standard and is situated in a tranquil location, slope side, just above the resort of Arc 1800.
This lovely chalet has been completed to a high standard and is situated in a tranquil location, slope side, just above the resort of Arc 1800.
This luxurious modern chalet is in a tranquil setting next to the slopes just above the resort of Les Arcs 1800.
This stylish modern chalet within a hotel complex has plenty of space and is situated right by the slopes just above Les Arc 1800.
Ranging from chalet-style accommodation to piste-side hotels with swimming pools and spas, Peisey-Vallandry has some decent options.
Nicolas and Dominique welcome you to their hotel, located just 50m from one of the ski lifts and 400m from the “Vanoise express”. With snow cannons serving all of the Vallandry pistes down to the hotel, you can be sure of good skiing conditions back to the hotel throughout the season.
Totally refurbished during summer 2019, this is a great place to stay particularly if you're travelling with the family or as a group. This large hotel has everything you need onsite as well as great views over the Tarentaise Valley and surrounding mountains. Open in summer and winter.
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.
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.
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.
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Les Arcs. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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