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Skiing in France and the French Alps
Skiing in France and the French Alps boasts some of the best conditions in the world, with a diverse collection of resorts connected to huge ski circuits (including the largest in the world), offering exceptional modern facilities and a wealth of off-the-slope activities. Spectacular scenery and stunning mountain vistas are a large attraction of a skiing holiday in France and the French Alps, as well as experiencing the countrys' typical charm and character, and of course, its delicious world-famous cuisine found all over the mountains and villages.

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Skiing in France and the French Alps - Fantastic conditions, a wide range of diverse resorts
Divided into two areas - Savoy in the north, home to Mont Blanc, the tallest mountain in Western Europe, and Dauphine in the south - the French Alps offer a series of well-connected towns and 200 ski resorts. With something for everyone, skiing in France and the French Alps offers a large variety of diverse resorts to suit all style of skier or boarder, from first-timer to seasoned professional. Choose from resorts such as the world-famous and internationally recognised Val d'Isere and the high-altitude Tignes, which together form the largest ski area in the world, the massive Espace Killy region, offering impressive glacier skiing in France and the French Alps. Or try the Three Valleys region, home to the chic Courchevel, charming Meribel and the purpose-built and high-altitude Val Thorens for your skiing holiday in France and the French Alps. The Portes du Soleil offer an excellent snow record, with its resorts of Avoriaz, Morzine, Chatel and Les Gets offering great conditions for beginner skiers and families. For guaranteed snow on a skiing holiday to France and the French Alps, try the vast Paradiski area, created when Les Arcs and La Plagne were linked. Chamonix, the oldest and largest ski resort, sits in the valley which runs through the Alps, and is known for its excellent challenging terrain and off-piste conditions - a good choice for experts looking for a skiing holiday in France and the French Alps.

Skiing in France and the French Alps - Charming villages, spectacular scenery, delicious cuisine
As well as its vast amount of high-quality and well-equipped ski areas, skiing in France and the French Alps also offers an array of varied accommodation choices and plenty to do off the slopes. Choose from fairy-tale catered chalets in chocolate-box villages, or convenient self-catering apartments in high-altitude purpose-built ski centres - all are offered on a skiing holiday in France and the French Alps. Activities to enjoy on a skiing holiday in France and the French Alps range from the familiar swimming, dog-sledding, ice-skating and skidoos, to frozen waterfall climbing, bobsleigh runs and ice-hockey.

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Cheap ski deals to France

Great Value Offer

The Cybele Apartments are great if you are looking for a budget skiing holiday. With easy access to Three Valleys and the slopes, you will find fantastic views from Cybele Apartments which offer a good standard of accommodation, as well as an indoor swimming pool!

£284

Les Deux Alpes Ski Holidays

The Prince D.ecrins hotel offers fantastic skiing holidays in the Venosc area of Les Deux Alpes. Stunning panoramic views of the valley and a welcoming, cosy atmosphere, coupled with an impressive range of facilities including a residents’ lounge with open fire, sauna and fitness room make this a top notch ski hotel.

£295

Great Tignes Deal based on 4 sharing

The Lavachet Apartments are conveniently situated close to the ski slopes, approximately 4 minutes walk to the Lavachet chairlift, giving access to the whole skiing area of Tignes. Accommodation is compact with a choice of four different types of apartment

£334

Holiday in Val d'Isere based on 4 sharing

These attractive apartments are located at the foot of the World Cup run in La Daille and the rapid Funival funicular takes skiers to the top of the Bellevarde in just 4 minutes. La Daille is a satellite village of Val d'Isère, just 1

£339

Courchevel 1550

Based in the ever popular Courchevel 1550, the comfortable, contemporary apartments of Les Brigues allow you to virtually ski to and from your door. The centre of Courchevel 1550 is just 10 minutes’ walk away, and the nearest ski lift only 5 minutes away. The accommodation also boasts a games room and pool table.

£340

Studio in Val D'Isere based on 4 sharing

These pleasant apartments are well positioned in the Verdets area of Val d’Isère. They are close to the resort centre and offer great value accommodation in this world class resort. For 2011/12 bookings this hotel can also be booked as First Choice ski +

£349

Great Hotel deal in Courchevel

After a day’s skiing, guests can warm themselves in front of the open fire at this friendly, central hotel. Situated near to the lifts at Courchevel 1850, it is just minutes from the local bars and restaurants

£349

Skiing in Alpe d'Huez

These compact, well equipped apartments are centrally located for resort amenities, shops, bars and restaurants. They also offer easy access to the Olympic skating rink. Location · excellent central location · good selection of bars and restaurants nearby · 5 minutes walk to the resort 'bucket lift' · 8 minutes walk to ski school Features · apartments on higher floors have magnificent views · children's play area (unsupervised) · lift Snow Savers · FREE and reduced price holidays for children aged 2-15 years incl

£350

Ski Holidays in Chamonix

Hotel Richemond is situated in Chamonix and is a traditional family run resort. It’s only 500m away from the ski lifts and slopes in the Brevent ski area. This hotel is Bed and breakfast, with a continental breakfast included. Facilities include a games room, restaurant, bar, and lounge room. Rooms are well equipped with a private bath or shower room, satellite TV and a WC.

£360

Great 4* Studio Apartment based on 4 sharing

Offering high standards of comfort and facilities, these great value apartments are perfect for groups or families seeking a peaceful yet central location. With easy access to both the slopes and the village centre you will never be more than a few minutes away from the action

£424

Grand Chevalier Ski Holidays

Conveniently located near the near Fréjus ski slopes for easy access to the resort amenities and ski lifts, the cosy L'alpaga apartments in Grand Chavalier make a great base for a cheap skiing holiday. Grand Chevalier boasts stunning picturesque scenery, a traditional French atmosphere and a huge ski area with slopes to suit skiers of all levels.

£429

Skiing Holidays to Tignes France

Recently renovated, the Aparthotel Alpina is well located in the Val Claret area, within easy reach of the shops and only 2 minutes walk to the Grande Motte gondola. Location • close to the shops • 2 minutes walk to the Grand Motte gondola • near ski school meeting point • 1 minute walk to kids clubs at Hotel Diva Features • indoor pool • sauna • bar • lounge • 35 apartments Meals • breakfast buffet • 3 course evening meal taken at L’Alpine Café Rooms for 2 or 3 people sharing a room with a double fold out bed or two single beds and bunk beds in the entrance hall, private bath or shower room and WC

£575

Self Catering deals in Meribel

These high-spec apartments are ideally located just a 2 minute walk from the new ski lift and just a 10 minute bus ride to the ski school meeting point. Warm and welcoming, these apartments are built in the traditional chalet style and guests can enjoy the added benefit of an indoor swimming pool within the complex.

£585

Last minute deals to Tignes

Offering fantastic value for money, these studios and apartments are located at the very top of Val Claret in two residences. The main village is just 500m away and there is a mini-market and patisserie next door.

£613

Val Thorens Skiing

These simple self-catering apartments offer great value for money and a top location on the piste, at the entrance to Val Thorens. Great for cheap skiing holidays and an ideal base from which to enjoy the skiing and sample the nightlife.

£647

Ski Holidays to Tignes French Alps

A traditionally-built Alpine chalet with lots of charm, this property sits between Val Claret and the lake and offers relaxing accommodation in a sedate area of the resort. The ski bus stops just 50m away and the nearest lift is only 300m.

£675

Ski Holidays to Val d'Isere France

Full of charm and every cosy, visitors to Le Kern in Val d'Isere tend to return year after year. Antique, rustic furnishings, a welcoming, intimate atmosphere and a convenient location just 3 minutes’ walk to the ski slopes and 2 minutes’ walk to the ski school meeting place make this hotel highly sought after.

£688

Chalet Board in Val d'Isere

Award for Excellence − Best Accommodation category − see page 20 Sleeps 12 people in 5 bedrooms A truly charming chalet, with a rustic feel having been converted from an old farmhouse cottage Situated in La Daille, close to a few bars, restaurants and the free ski bus stop which runs to Val d'Isère regularly until late Location Ski lift − 150m •Ski bus stop − 50m •Ski school meeting point − 500m •Resort centre − 2km Rooms: Ground Floor: Duplex ‘Master bedroom' with two single beds each in its own curtained off alcove, en−suite shower & wc, and seating area leading to a mezzanine level with a double bed and bathroom with corner jet bath & wc

£805

Tignes Ski Holidays

Only 200m from the resort centre and ski lifts, the Residence V.montana hotel in Tignes boasts excellent facilities and a fantastic piste-side location. Guests will enjoy a choice of three restaurants and two bars, as well as a fitness club. This is ideal accommodation for those on a family skiing holiday.

£998