Arrogant and wild, diverse and beautiful, irresistible and imposing, the French Alps stretch across a large part of the European continent, playing a key role in shaping a destination that leaves no one unmoved. The tourist development of the alpine landscape is synonymous with luxury and elegance, as well as with adventure and exercise. Wander the cities, towns and villages of the French Alps with the rivers that cross them, let the landscape captivate you, choose a neat accommodation in a chalet, indulge in skiing or walk along small lakes and flowery meadows.
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The Alps are very different when you consider the area they occupy and the country to which they belong. But they always keep the charm of adventure and pure natural beauty. But among the dozens of leisure options in the French Alps, which ones really stand out with their beauty, hospitality and fame? Today in this article, we’re going to find out.
Tignes
Tignes is located at the foot of a hydroelectric dam in a particular area, next to two large and crystalline lakes of Tignes (from where it took its name) and Chevril. This resort consists of 5 separate areas, from which one can choose according to their own needs and desires. Some of these areas are more cosmopolitan, and some others can offer you serene and peaceful moments with your partner and family members. Tignes shares Espace Killy’s shared ski area with the Val d’Isère resort, offering a vast expanse of hundreds of ski slopes, covering all levels of skiers experience and skills. Additionally, there are 44 kilometres of cross-country skiing, for the most experienced and adventurous type of skiers.
Alpe d’Huez
Alpes d’Huez is a well-known ski resort in the French Alps, which has not gained its reputation entirely of its famous ski and snowboard slopes. In fact, it owes much of its importance to the famous stadium that houses the Tour de France cycling race. The ski resort is part of a reasonably historic village in the French Alps, which dates back to the 11th century. Alpes d’Huez is one of the ideal family destinations not only in France but in all of Europe. The French Tourism Organization awarded the area as family-friendly, thus validating the area’s quality of hospitality and security.
In this area, you will find dozens of creative activities with which you can spend your time, from intense moments of motorsports races to relaxing moments in a local spa with heated baths. This resort simply proves that it cannot be limited to skiing or snowboard activities. And now, trusting the services of Erna Low, you can book a complete winter vacation package, which will cover not only your accommodation options but also your additional activities that comes with them.
La Plagne
If you are looking for a resort where you can really dedicate yourself to practising your skiing skills, La Plagne is ideal for you. With over 200 kilometres of slopes and ski slopes, it is an earthly paradise for those seeking adventure in the snow. One of the most famous and most prominent ski resorts in France has deservedly won all aspiring skiers’ hearts. You can choose to stay between its six different areas that cover all tastes and all heights with altitude ranging from 1800 meters to 2,100. Finally, the lively life, with its quality food and organized events, automatically transmutes the area into one of France’s busiest destinations.