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Serre Chevalier Resort Guide

Snow Range: 1350-2800m

| Village Height: | Highest Ski Lift: | Transfer time: |
|---|---|---|
| 2,730m (8,956ft) | 2,730m (8,956ft) | Turin 2 hrs 30 mins, Chambery 3 hrs 45 mins. |



Resort Information
Set in the Southern Alps, Serre Chevalier is one of France's most underrated ski resorts, with 250kms of superb runs. The resort is divided into 4 sprawling villages linked by ski runs, an efficient lift system and a regular bus service. Our accommodation is located in Chantemerle and Villeneuve. If you are looking for extensive high altitude skiing, plenty of sunshine, spectacular mountain scenery and value for money, then Serre Chevalier is for you.
Après Ski
Relaxed and informal with a number of popular bars to choose from.Look in at the lively Le Frog and Loco Loco bars with excellent music. Good night clubs include La Baita.
Activities
· Fitness centre with sauna, jacuzzi and gym (Chantemerle and Villeneuve) · Torchlight descents · Ice skating rink (Chantemerle & Villeneuve) · Parapenting · Indoor heated swimming pool (Villeneuve) · Floodlit ice driving circuit (Villeneuve)
Eating out
Very reasonably priced and lots of choice · Pizzas from approx. €9 · 3-course meal with wine from €20 · Cheese or meat fondues from €23 including wine and dessert
Other amenities
· Night time skiing or a Friday evening in Villeneuve on the Mickey lift · Cinema · Historic Briançon with its medieval fortress and modern sports centre with top-class ice hockey matches.
Family choice
There is plenty on offer for children in Serre Chevalier catering for both skiers and non-skiers of all ages. In Chantemerle, the Les Poussins crèche takes children from 8 months-6 years open 9.00am-5.00pm, approx. €34 per day including lunch, and is located right in the centre of the resort. In Villeneuve, there are 2 kindergartens - the Jardins des Neiges for children aged 3-6 years, open 9.15am-12.15pm & 14.30pm-16.30pm, approx. €89 for 6 half days, and the Garderie des Schtroumpfs ('Smurfs') for ages 6 months-6 years. Both are centrally located close to the Fréjus lift. The ski school works with both kindergartens for children who spend part of their day taking lessons and the rest at the Kindergarten. Call our Family Hotline for further details 0870 160 4070 (calls at national rate)the savings
One FREE child ski and boot hire for each adult pre-booking skis and boots.
Reduced lift pass prices for over 65's (arrange locally). 'Superior Plus' skis can be interchanged with a snowboard at any time during your stay.






