Located in the heart of the French Alps, facing Mont Blanc, Les Arcs - Bourg Saint Maurice offers an exceptional playground year-round. Connected to Paradiski and its 425 km of slopes, the Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry ski area stands out as a premier destination, combining fun skiing, freeriding, high-altitude activities, and exceptional panoramic views.
The Destination: Les Arcs
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Whether you prefer city life, high-altitude resorts, or the great outdoors, find the setting that’s right for you, along with all the information you need about the Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry Mountain Resort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Les Arcs comprises several different areas, each with its own unique atmosphere. Bourg-Saint-Maurice, the base camp, is a lively town year-round—the gateway to the Haute Tarentaise and the final stop on the train before taking the funicular up to Les Arcs.
Arc 1600, the original, is the architectural heart of the resort and remains easily accessible from Bourg Saint Maurice. Arc 1800, the bustling one, is centrally located, lively, and ideal for enjoying activities, shops, and services.
Arc 1950, the trendy one, is a pedestrian-only, ski-in/ski-out village with a warm, upscale atmosphere. Arc 2000, the summit, is the highest location, prized for its altitude, access to wide-open spaces, and the most challenging ski areas.
The right choice depends on the nature of your stay: with family, with friends, in a quiet setting, close to entertainment, or right next to the slopes.
Yes, Les Arcs is an integrated resort that is largely ski-in/ski-out. The resort was designed to provide easy access to the slopes from accommodations, shops, and services.
Depending on the location you choose—Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, or Arc 2000—many residences offer quick access to the slopes, ski lifts, or snow parks. This is one of Les Arcs’s major advantages: enjoying a convenient vacation with less time spent driving and more time on the slopes.
Yes, Les Arcs is particularly well-suited for family vacations. The resort offers a wide range of accommodations close to the slopes, daycare centers, kids’ clubs, ski schools, and activities for all ages.
The various areas also feature beginner zones, walking trails, entertainment, and many convenient services. With a largely “ski-in, ski-out” layout, it’s easy to minimize travel time and make the most of your family vacation.
Yes, Les Arcs is part of one of the largest ski areas in the French Alps. The Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry ski area offers 200 km of ski runs, and thanks to its connection to La Plagne, the Paradiski ski area is one of the largest interconnected ski areas in the world, with 425 km of runs.
Les Arcs is a high-altitude ski resort located in Savoie. The ski area stretches from Villaroger, at an elevation of 1,200 m, to the Aiguille Rouge, at an elevation of 3,226 m. With 70% of its trails located above 2,000 meters, Les Arcs is ideally situated to enjoy good snow conditions throughout the winter season.
In recent seasons, the ski area has recorded good snowfall totals at 2,000 m by mid-April: 560 cm in 2025, 627 cm in 2024, 272 cm in 2023, and 330 cm in 2022. For over 10 years, the resort has closed in late April with enough snow to allow skiers to ski right from the base until the end of the season.
Yes, Les Arcs is suitable for beginner skiers. The ski area offers learning areas, easy slopes, and ski schools located throughout the resort.
Beginners can learn at their own pace, take lessons, and practice on suitable slopes before exploring other areas of the Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry ski area. Be sure to check the trail map to find the beginner areas closest to your accommodations.
Yes, it’s possible to ski in Les Arcs in the spring, generally until the ski area closes at the end of April. The ski area reaches an altitude of 3,226 meters, and 70% of the runs are located above 2,000 meters, which ensures good skiing conditions in March and April.
In the spring, the days are longer and the temperatures are milder. To take advantage of the best conditions, it’s recommended to ski in the morning and check the webcams, snow depths, and real-time trail status.
Winter 2026/2027: December 12, 2026, to April 24, 2027
Summer 2027: June 12 through September 12, 2027