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Small resort | big ski area
Smaller resorts within the French Alps have something for everyone, especially when they are accompanied by a big ski area like these below.
Even the best skiers enjoy the pace of a quieter and slower resort sometimes, so mixing an alpine village feel with easy access to vast, varied slopes is perfect.
While beginners can enjoy quieter local slopes, intermediates can explore further afield, discovering more challenging slopes – like those in the Grand Domaine in Isère. Vaujany, Oz 3300 and Auris en Oisans all cater to a quieter more relaxed way of skiing, for the more challenging areas all three resorts have direct lift access to Alpe d’Huez. This access also allows beginners to try their hand at different slopes as well.
3 Valleys
St Martin de Belleville
- Authentic alpine village charm with traditional timber and stone architecture and rural heritage
- Direct access to the vast 3 Vallées ski area
- Wide range of high-quality self-catered chalets, apartments and boutique hotels
3 Valleys
Orelle (Val Thorens)
- Direct gondola access to Val Thorens and the 3 Valleys
- Excellent value alternative to staying in higher-priced resorts
- Small authentic Alpine hamlets with peaceful village atmosphere
Grand Massif
Les Carroz d'Arâches
- Direct access to Grand Massif with extensive skiing across varied terrain
- Traditional village atmosphere with vibrant yet relaxed alpine setting
- High-quality apartments with spa facilities and modern interiors
Paradiski
Champagny en Vanoise
- Authentic alpine village with peaceful setting and excellent Paradiski skiing
- Excellent self-catered apartments with views and modern facilities
- Quick gondola access directly into the La Plagne ski area
Oisans
Vaujany
- Direct access to 250km of skiing in Alpe d’Huez
- Authentic village atmosphere with modern mountain facilities throughout
- Excellent choice for families, beginners and improving intermediates
Portes du Soleil
Les Gets
- Direct access to Portes du Soleil ski area with 600km of pistes
- Traditional village charm with a lively yet relaxed alpine atmosphere
- Good selection of luxury apartments and spacious self-catered chalet accommodation
Tarentaise
Tignes les Brévières
- Traditional Savoyard village with peaceful setting away from busy resorts
- Direct gondola access to expansive Tignes Val d’Isère ski area
- High-quality apartments and hotels with wellness facilities
Paradiski
Les Coches
- Direct access to Paradiski area with varied terrain across La Plagne
- Quiet family-focused resort with traffic-free centre and relaxed atmosphere
- Convenient apartment accommodation close to lifts and ski school meeting points
Portes du Soleil
Châtel
- Traditional village charm with Swiss influence and relaxed alpine atmosphere
- Access to 600km of skiing across Portes du Soleil area
- Wide choice of apartments, self-catered chalets and ski-in/ski-out accommodation
Oisans
Auris en Oisans
- Sunny south-facing resort with relaxed pace and wide open views
- Quiet, family-friendly atmosphere with everything close and accessible
- Direct lift access to Alpe d’Huez ski area in minutes
Oisans
Oz 3300
- Direct access to Alpe d’Huez ski area
- Ski-in/ski-out apartments with wellness facilities and central location
- Compact, traffic-free resort ideal for families and convenience
Paradiski
Arc 1950
- Fully pedestrianised ski-in/ski-out village with charming alpine architecture
- High-quality apartment residence with spa and great facilities
- Easy access to vast Paradiski ski area and linking network
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