Are you looking for the perfect ski resort for your family ski vacation? Arc 1950 is a high-altitude jewel in the crown of the French alpine giant Les Arcs.
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One of the four main mountain resorts that make up the French alpine resort of Les Arc, Arc 1950 'Le Village' is the newest and most 'traditional' of the quartet. With its colorful 5* ski-in/ski-out residences, its state-of-the-art services, its pedestrian streets, beautiful shops and varied restaurants and its exceptional entertainment program, the Arc 1950 is a great success with families. looking for the complete ski vacation package.
When Les Arcs opened in 1968, its original development, Arc 1600, was one of France's first purpose-built 'designer' ski resorts, created by innovative architect Charlotte Perriand. ANDthe archesit has remained at the forefront of winter sports tourism and snow sports innovation ever since.
It can also lay claim to being the spiritual home of European snowboarding, as local instructor Regis Rolland was featured riding an early model snowboard in the seminal ski movies Apocalypse Snow shot at Les Arcs in the early 1980s. Ride with a Legend' for a few lucky boarders, in association with Privilege Ski School.
Where is Arco 1950?
Situated in the northern French Alps, Les Arcs is one of the most accessible French ski resorts. Ski train services arrive at Bourg St Maurice at the bottom of the valley and from there you can take a funicular to the first center of Arc, Arc 1600, where buses will transport you up the mountain to Arc 1950, the third highest in the world. Arcs resorts (Arc 2000 and Arc 1800 are the other two centers).
About Arch 1950
When Arc 1950 'Le Village' opened in 2003, it stood out for its unique concept in the Alps and its location at 1,950m with spectacular views and guaranteed snow. A pioneer in luxury accommodation, it now houses 5* brands such asClub Med, oEs-e-Mahhotel and theSnow Chalets Residences.
Arc 1950 le Village is an attractive, practical and comfortable resort for all ages and generations. Properly pedestrianized, there are no vehicles that bother the eyes or ears; This cocoon of comfort is built on a huge underground car park, designed to facilitate parking if you come by car and with direct access to the apartments.
Each of the residences has its own swimming pool, jacuzzi and fitness rooms where you can relax after skiing. If that doesn't cool it down enough, theArch of Deep Nature 1950 Spawill recharge the batteries of visitors, from the most sporty to the most contemplative. With its themed caves, counter-current pool, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, nail and massage rooms with views of Mont Blanc, well-being is an exquisite way of life here.
A holiday in Arc 1950 also includes the freedom to choose your arrival and departure dates (flexibility offered by the management company Pierre & Vacances depending on availability).
Ski-in ski-out y snowsure
The Arc 1950 ski has been blessed with a great snow record. With certainty from season start to finish, the Arc 1950 is ski-in, ski-out the way you always imagined. You can ski back to town on snow-covered streets, which will bring you to the door of every residence and even to the door of most boutiques - ski in and shop!
When you ski in Le Village, your gaze is caught up in the views of Mont Blanc, the Aiguille Rouge and the mountains of the Tarentaise Valley. The slopes are very well maintained and you can ski at any altitude, from the top of the Aiguille Rouge at 3,226 m to Villaroger at 1,200 m.
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Part of the wonderful Paradiski ski area
In addition to being part of Les Arcs, with its 200 km of pistes -and two snowparks-, Arc 1950 is also part ofParadiski, one of the largest and most beautiful ski areas in the world, offering 425 km of slopes and unlimited opportunities to play off-piste. Combining Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry andThe beach, this huge winter playground offers impressive panoramas.
While beginner skiers have their own kiddie slopes at Arc 1950, the vast majority of the Les Arcs ski area is ideal for intermediate skiers and the huge high-altitude bowl above Arc 2000 and Arc 1950, filled with excellent intermediate runs and , for advanced skiers, the highest concentration of some of the best black slopes in the domain.
The highest peak reached by the cable car is the Aiguille Rouge (3,225 m), which rises above Arc 2000; Reached by the Aiguille Rouge cable car, it gives access to steep off-piste slopes, as well as an epic 7 km long black run with a vertical drop of more than 2000 meters to the linked village ofVillaroger, one of the best descents in the Alps.
On the opposite west side of the domain, beyond Arch 1800, is the Peisey-Vallandry sector, where beautiful wooded slopes are home to an excellent variety of long tree-lined streets that meander to the satellite resort towns of Vallandry and Plan Peisey. where high mileage enthusiasts can connect with the cable car to La Plagne.
perfect for families
At Arc 1950 Village, everything is within walking distance of home, whether you're walking or skiing. You'll find beautiful boutiques, lively bars, stylish restaurants and a children's crèche, ensuring that every need, from the simplest to the most extravagant, is fully catered for. Ski rental and ski lessons are also right on your doorstep, and since the village is car-free, families can walk the village and explore in safety.
the central locationyeti campIt is also a great help for families. A space dedicated to the little ones, Yeti Camp offers everything for kids ages 3 to 11, from ski and snowboard lessons to exciting indoor and outdoor activities like snow fun and craft workshops.
Après-ski here is lively; the resort organizes entertainment, games, shows and concerts to enjoy with family or friends. Resort activities include a snow sculpture workshop, introductory biathlon, snow miniature golf, ski racing, and snowmobile racing. And surely the highlight of this winter will be the new zip line, in which you can fly down the slopes at speeds of up to 130 km/h.
Events are scheduled around a specific weekly theme and the abundance of entertainment is part of the 1950 Experience. The children are happy, their parents too...
Must-see events at Arc 1950 this season
The winter season at Arc 1950 is filled with great events, including:
December 10 to 16, 2022 - Les Arcs Film Festival
Hosted at Arc 1950 for the 14th year, the Les Arcs Film Festival showcases feature films and shorts focused on the Alps, as well as highlighting films nominated for the 'Best Foreign Language Film' Oscar.
December 17 to 30, 2022 - The Village Christmas
Come see the charming town of Arc1950 transformed into a Christmas wonderland, complete with ice sculptures, lights, visits from Santa Claus, live music and much more.
December 31, 2022 - Happy New Year 2023
Ring in the New Year in Arc1950
January 14 to 20, 2023 - Freeride Week
The Freeride World Qualifier brings together some 50 of the best freeriders in the world for this prestigious event.
February 6-7, 2023 - Mantra Snowcross
This exciting E-Fat-bike race returns to Arc1950 in 2023. Come and watch, or compete! - the only night leg of the tour in Arco 1950.
February 15, 2023 - #1950AIRSHOW
An unforgettable air show for the half day week.
March 18 to 24, 2023 - European Gay Ski Week
Celebrate your pride at the only LGBTQ+ winter sports festival for a global audience.
How to get to Arco 1950
by car
Follow signs for Albertville, Moutiers and then BourgSaint-Maurice/Les Arcs. Take the A43/E70 to Albertville, then the expressway to Moûtiers and the N90 to Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
by train
TGV from Paris, Lille and Nantes,EurostarThe nearest train station to Arc 1950 Le Village isBourg Saint-Maurice, approximately 35 minutes from town. The funicular connects the Bourg Saint Maurice train station with Arc 1600 in just 7 minutes. You can then travel directly from Saint Pancras in London to Les Arcs via Eurostar and funicular!
Through the air
Choose from four international airports:Lyon Saint Exupery,camera,GinebramiGrenoble.
of helicopter
If so... there is a helicopter landing zone 200 meters from the Village.
For more information on all that this fantastic resort has to offer, visit their website,arc1950.com
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