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.
Peisey-Vallandry
Two intertwined villages with separate snow fronts and great access to the Paradiski areas
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 |
Events in Peisey Nancroix
Events in Peisey Nancroix
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Xplore Alpes Festival Film Tour
Film festival screenings to highlight the world of outdoor sports
Enjoy a film festival showing prize-winning outdoor films.
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Beaujolais Nouveau
The new Beaujolais has arrived!
The third Thursday in November is when this year's Beaujolais hits the shelves and is cause for celebration across France.
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First Ascent Les Arcs
Make first tracks ski touring in Les Arcs.
The early bird catches the worm... enjoy this early season chance to make the most of empty slopes and the first rays of the morning sun ski touring on groomed tracks of Arc 2000.
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Les Arcs Film Festival
Celebrating the best of European film and filmmakers
The festival has become a major cultural event, promoting the diversity and many talents our continent has to offer.
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Christmas in Les Arcs
Christmas festivities across the resort villages
Christmas markets, Father Christmas parades, après-ski festive events, ice caves and much more.
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La Grande Odyssée
Europe's biggest husky dog sledding competition
The Grande Odyssée is Europe's largest husky dog race, an epic event that sets teams of dogs and mushers against each other as they attempt to cross fourteen resorts across the Savoie region including Megeve, Bernex, La Plagne, Val Cenis and Bonneval-sur-Arc.
Sights & Attractions in Peisey Nancroix
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.
Dining in Peisey Nancroix
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.
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La Table d'Emma Restaurant
Quality French and Asian-inspired restaurant below the lift in Peisey-Nancroix
Hearty home-made cooking, with changing seasonal menus. Eat in the cosy dining area or the sunny terrace with views over the mountains.
Nightlife in Peisey Nancroix
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.
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Mont Blanc Bar and Restaurant
Bar and restaurant at the foot of the pistes with regular live music in the evenings
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.
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Mojo Bar
Après-ski bar near the lifts in Vallandry with great cocktails and happy hour every day
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.
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Bowling Arc 1800
Bowling, billiards and a bar in the heart of Les Arcs 1800, great for bad weather days
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.
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Benji's Pub Restaurant
Piste-side restaurant serving steaks, Tex-Mex, burgers, beers and cocktails with a large sunny terrace
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.
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La Folie Douce
Accessible on foot and skis via the Gondola des Villards, La Folie Douce offers it's classic apres-ski party in Paradiski
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.
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Chalet de Luigi Bar
Restaurant, bar and nightclub all in one venue with a large south-facing balcony
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.
Things to do in Peisey Nancroix
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.
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Watersports
Rafting & watersports in the heart of the Alps
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.
Watersports in Peisey Nancroix
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Watersports
Rafting & watersports in the heart of the Alps
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.
Chalets in Peisey Nancroix
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.
Chalets in Peisey Nancroix
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Marmotton Chalet
4 bedroom Chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 10
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.
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Sapin Aiguille Grive Chalet
3 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 6
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.
Sapin Aiguille Grive Chalet
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Hetre Aiguille Grive Chalet
2 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 4
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.
Hetre Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-4 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €5,826 -
Arolle Aiguille Grive Chalet
4 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 8
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.
Arolle Aiguille Grive Chalet
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Epicea Aiguille Grive Chalet
6 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 12
This stylish modern chalet within a hotel complex has plenty of space and is situated right by the slopes just above Les Arc 1800.
Epicea Aiguille Grive Chalet
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Meleze Aiguille Grive Chalet
5 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 10
This luxurious modern chalet is in a tranquil setting next to the slopes just above the resort of Les Arcs 1800.
Meleze Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-10 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €10,340
Holiday Rentals in Peisey Nancroix
The apartments in the villages are usually a stone’s throw from the pistes.
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Epicea Aiguille Grive Chalet
6 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 12
This stylish modern chalet within a hotel complex has plenty of space and is situated right by the slopes just above Les Arc 1800.
Epicea Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-12 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €12,408 -
Marmotton Chalet
4 bedroom Chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 10
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.
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Hetre Aiguille Grive Chalet
2 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 4
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.
Hetre Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-4 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €5,826 -
Arolle Aiguille Grive Chalet
4 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 8
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.
Arolle Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-8 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €8,272 -
Sapin Aiguille Grive Chalet
3 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 6
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.
Sapin Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-6 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €7,049 -
Meleze Aiguille Grive Chalet
5 bedroom chalet in Les Arcs. Sleeps 10
This luxurious modern chalet is in a tranquil setting next to the slopes just above the resort of Les Arcs 1800.
Meleze Aiguille Grive Chalet
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-10 people, Bed & BreakfastFrom €10,340
Hotels in Peisey Nancroix
Ranging from chalet-style accommodation to piste-side hotels with swimming pools and spas, Peisey-Vallandry has some decent options.
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Emeraude Hotel
Comfortable 3-star hotel close to the slopes and lifts
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.
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Altezza Hôtel and Spa
Newly refurbished hotel with ski in/out access and fabulous leisure facilities
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.
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Transfers for Les Arcs
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Private Airport Transfers
Private service offering reliable transfers to and from Geneva Airport
Comfortable private airport transfer service connecting Les Arcs with Geneva Airport, with a choice of standard and premium vehicles.
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Private & Shared Airport Transfers
Easy transfers from Geneva Airport to Les Arcs and nearby resorts
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
Geneva Airport to Les Arcs from €349 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Travel from Geneva Airport to Les Arcs with an experienced Alpine transfer company operating since 2012. Enjoy a private, door-to-door journey with professional drivers who know the mountain roads and flight monitoring to help manage delays. Choose between standard and VIP minibuses, with free child seats available for families. Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi and automated pick-up reminders are among the thoughtful extras that make getting to the mountains easier.
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Scheduled/Shuttle Coach Airport Transfers
Quick and secure way to organise transfers from local airports and stations
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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Private Airport Transfers
Reliable and professional airport transfer service offering comfortable journeys at great value
Providing year-round airport transfers across the Savoie region of the French Alps, this professional company is based in Peisey-Nancroix near Les Arcs. English-owned and French-registered, they offer a reliable service for travellers heading to the mountains.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Low-cost and professional shuttle bus transfer service to Les Arcs
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.





































