European Ski Resorts A-Z
Les Arcs, France
Resort height: |
1600-2120m |
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Slopes: |
1200-3225m |
(1200-3250m Paradiski) |
Pistes: |
200km |
(425km Paradiski) |
The slopes around and above Arc 1950 and Arc 2000 are very snow-sure. This is partly due to their altitude, but also because the main bowl is sheltered, shady and faces north-east. There is also quick access to the 3200m Aiguille Rouge which has a small glacier.
The slopes above Arc 1600 and Arc 1800 are also fairly reliable, but face west/north-west and snow quality is more variable, particularly in spring.
The runs around Peisey-Vallandry are the first to deteriorate in warmer weather, but do offer lots of tree skiing – unusual for big French resorts and invaluable in poor visibility.
Where to ski in bad weather:
In poor visibility, head for the trees above Peisey-Vallandry. There are also a few above Arc 1600 and 1800, but not nearly as many.
The skiing around Arc 2000 can be very bleak in bad weather.
Where to head in poor snow conditions:
Arc 2000 usually has the best snow, particularly in the main bowl and on the upper half of the Aiguille Rouge (the very top of which is glaciated).
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