Les Arcs Resort

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Resort Overview

Les Arcs stands as one of France's most expansive ski domains, offering 200km of marked pistes across four purpose-built villages ranging from 1,200m to 3,226m altitude. This Tarentaise Valley resort connects seamlessly with La Plagne to form Paradiski, creating 425km of interconnected terrain. Les Arcs skiing encompasses everything from gentle nursery slopes to extreme off-piste adventures, with the resort's innovative architecture and car-free villages providing an authentic Alpine experience. The diverse terrain spans glacial zones, tree-lined runs, and exposed alpine bowls, making Les Arcs resort a compelling destination for skiers seeking both variety and vertical challenge.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

122

Total Area

200km

124.3 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

52%

Intermediate

35%

Advanced

10%

Expert

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Les Arcs Lift System

The Les Arcs lift network comprises 52 installations including the impressive Vanoise Express cable car, Europe's largest capacity lift linking to La Plagne. Modern high-speed chairlifts and gondolas efficiently transport 85,000 skiers per hour across the mountain's four sectors. The system includes the remarkable Aiguille Rouge cable car ascending to 3,226m, providing access to some of the Alps' most spectacular high-altitude terrain. From Arc 1600's family-friendly lifts to the advanced installations serving Arc 2000's challenging runs, the infrastructure supports seamless mountain exploration with minimal lift queues even during peak periods.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

6-Person Chair

Quad Chair

T-Bar

Surface Lift

Gondola

Aerial Tram

Triple Chair

Train

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Location & Getting There

Located in the heart of the French Alps' Tarentaise Valley, Les Arcs resort sits 180km from Geneva and 45km from Albertville. The four villages of Arc 1600, 1800, 1950, and 2000 cascade down the Montchavin valley slopes, each offering distinct characteristics and direct ski access. This strategic Savoie location provides easy connections to other major resorts via the Vanoise Express, whilst the nearby Bourg-Saint-Maurice offers valley accommodation and transport links. The resort's position within the Vanoise National Park delivers stunning mountain vistas including Mont Blanc views, combining world-class skiing infrastructure with protected Alpine wilderness just two hours from major international airports.

Les Arcs

, france

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⛷️ Season opens Dec 13, 2025

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Season Info

Les Arcs operates from early December through late April, with exceptional snow reliability thanks to its high-altitude terrain and north-facing exposure. The resort's elevation ensures consistent powder conditions throughout winter, whilst spring skiing on the glacier zones extends the season well into May. Les Arcs skiing benefits from the Tarentaise Valley's favourable microclimate, receiving substantial snowfall that maintains excellent piste conditions across all difficulty levels. The varied altitude range means reliable snow coverage from December onwards, with the upper reaches of Arc 2000 and the Aiguille Rouge maintaining superb conditions even during warmer spring periods.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

12/13/2025

Closing Day

4/26/2026

Days Open

135

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