Exploring the mountains at the pace of the climb… then enjoying the descent: ski touring is the "adventure" version of skiing. A unique way to (re)discover the Alpine landscape, far from the hustle and bustle, with the satisfaction of reaching the summit by your own means. In Les Arcs, you can also take advantage of 3 marked ski touring itineraries, with a possible descent on piste: ideal for beginners.
Practical information
- For confident downhill skiers (depending on itinerary)
- Marked itineraries departing from:
- Des Granges
- Arc 1600 : After the medical centre
- Arc 1800 : At the top of the Villards gondola
- All winter season (depending on snow and conditions)
- For marked routes from 13/12/2025 to 25/04/2026 :
Accessible only during ski area opening hours
~9am - 5pm
- Depending on service provider (guided outings, equipment rental, courses)
- Reservations recommended for guided outings
- Touring skis + skins + suitable footwear
- Rucksack + water + suitable layered clothing
- Off-piste safety : avalanche transceiver + shovel + probe
Description
Ski touring is all about exploring the mountains: skins on, heels off, and climbing to the rhythm of the landscape. Once at the top, remove the skins, lock the bindings... and rediscover the pleasure of the descent. In Les Arcs, 3 signposted ski touring itineraries allow you to set off serenely, with a possible descent on piste.
Why choose this activity
- Discover the mountains in "exploration" mode, away from the noise
- Enjoy accessible effort and rewarding descent
- Experience incredible panoramas, at sunrise or late afternoon
- Progress technically (climbing, kick turns, effort management)
Practical tips
- To get started, go with a professional (itinerary + safety)
- Check conditions (weather, avalanche) before setting out
- Outside marked routes: DVA/ARVA, shovel, probe essential
