Les Arcs — Attraction in Albertville

Day trip on a rather busy weekday in mid february (carnival holidays). Here a detailed review:

-Arrival: I parked at the funicular in Bourg St. Maurice around 8:30am. To my surprise the car park was almost empty and only cost around 3€ a day. Very easy to reach, no long winding difficult road up the mountain. I bought a day ski pass for Les Arcs, which was just 63€ (initially wanted to explore whole Paradiski but since it was so busy I decided against).

Skì area: The ski area is gigantic (even without counting the La Plagne connection). With the funicular you first arrive at Mt. Blanc chairlift, which has great runs to warm up. Towards Arpette it began to become more crowded. The area around Arc2000, Varet and Arcabulle were the busiest: the ski rund (especially the easy ones) were packed and the lift lines were long. Varet (25min) and Aiguille Rouge (45min) had the longest lines. The fact that they even had extra queues for skischools and "fast pass" remids me of waiting for a roller coaster. The trip to Aiguille Rouge is worth it: you have a fantastic view and a super long descend, with lots of variety, down to Villaroger. The villaroger area is much calmer. The droset black run is a good challenge (as well as the black runs starting from Varet). The grand col runs are a bit more hidden and fun but still highly frequented. The runs around Arcabulle are very wide and you have lots of space. Totally recommend to have a drink at the igloo bar near arcabulle. There is also a long sledding run that seems fun. The west side ski runs (Vallandry, Arc1800) were not as crowded. The ski runs at Vallandry are nice, You have many fun forest runs. The red combe is fun and more quiet. At Arc1800 you have wide long forest runs with beginner areas and terrain parks. I also liked that there are easy runs connecting every area, so you easy returned to the funicular.

Ski lifts: Loved that the area is so easy to reach by funicular. I liked that they had a more modern bubble chairlifts like in Tignes. Some lifts like Varet, Aiguille Rouge or Pre Saint Esprit couldnt handle the masses of people.

Verdict: ++ huge ski area ++ easy to reach variety of runs, lots of easy but also challenging runs long Aigulle Rouge run good ski pass price lots of other activities (zipline, sledding, paragliding) -- crowded runs, lines at the lifts, long traffic jams to get to Bourg St. Maurice on weekends (dont visit during french, british,...

I aupaired here 10 years ago and had such fond memories that I even decided to fly back there from Vancouver, Canada only to absolutely terrible skiing conditions and a very greedy mountain.

We bought 3 full day tickets that included skiing over to La Plagne.

On our first day the mountain was packed and icy which was causing people to fall everywhere and making the conditions very unsafe as many people were crashing into each other (they must be overselling their tickets).

The second day we tried to ski to La Plagne only to find out that we could only ski 2 chair lifts. There were more open at the very top but you would need to hike all the way up as the middle chairs were not open. At the base of Arc 1800 only 3-4 basic chairs were also opened and they didn't lead to the other arcs therefore you would have to take the bus to them.

The third day even less runs were open and conditions were even worse. I get that it's not the mountains fault but nor was it ours. The fact we flew all the way from Canada and bought technically 6 full day tickets (2 people) I thought they would offer even a small compensation. The people inside understood but they told us we would need to contact them through email. When we did they said since they had a certain percentage of their chairs open they would not be willing to do anything for us. After hearing this I realized it's not about the money but what I was upset about was to hear how they are scamming people. At first I didn't get why they had chairs at the top opened if we couldn't even make it to them but they do it so they can reject people's requests to be fairly compensated.

Again had such a great experience a long time ago before it got this busy and I'm sad to see it become such a greedy mountain that has no empathy towards people actually skiing the mountain.

Thankfully we got 2 days in Zermatt, Switzerland and would highly recommend...

Awesomeness 👌 Les Arcs is a true paradise for skiing enthusiasts, offering a spectacular winter wonderland that is bound to leave a lasting impression. Nestled in the French Alps, this ski resort has gained a reputation as one of the premier destinations for winter sports, and my recent visit only reaffirmed this status.

The ski terrain in Les Arcs is nothing short of remarkable. With over 200 kilometers of slopes, skiers and snowboarders of all levels can find runs that suit their abilities. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, there are plenty of options to explore. The variety of trails, from gentle blues to challenging blacks, keeps the experience exciting and engaging.

One of the standout features of Les Arcs is its interconnected ski area with neighbouring La Plagne, forming the Paradiski ski domain. This vast expanse of slopes is accessible via the Vanoise Express cable car, creating a skier's dream with endless possibilities to explore.

The resort infrastructure is top-notch, with modern ski lifts and well-maintained facilities. Accommodation options range from cozy chalets to luxurious hotels, catering to various preferences and budgets. Additionally, the après-ski scene in Les Arcs is vibrant, with numerous bars and restaurants offering delicious French cuisine and a lively atmosphere.

The breathtaking mountain scenery, blanketed in pristine snow, adds a picturesque backdrop to your skiing adventures. The overall experience in Les Arcs is a harmonious blend of natural beauty, thrilling slopes, and warm hospitality, making it a must-visit destination for anyone passionate about skiing. Thai Tastic on...