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Valmeinier Resort Guide
Snow Range: 1430-2594m
| Village Height: | Highest Ski Lift: | Transfer time: |
|---|---|---|
| 2,594m (8,510ft) | 2,594m (8,510ft) | Chambery 1 hr 45 mins Lyons 2 hrs 30 mins |
Resort Information
Set amongst the spectacular scenery of the Maurienne Valley, Valmeinier represent excellent value for money with a friendly, French atmosphere. The small purpose built resort of Valmeinier offers spectacular views over the surrounding mountains. Neighbouring Valloire, built around a seventeenth century Baroque style church, is a family orientated resort with an authentic traditional French village feel. The skiing in the two resorts is linked to provide an excellent ski area at the foot of the Galibier Pass.
Après Ski
Valloire: Bar Centrale is lively and popular. Dance the night away at the L'Odysée nightclub or the Village Discothêque. Valmeinier: No Comment for its live music or the lively Le Dannebrog bar. Carry on into the night at the Brasilia nightclub.
Activities
· Paragliding · Snow shoe walking · Bowling (Valloire) · Floodlit skiing (Valmeinier) · Football on snow (Valmeinier)
Eating out
Valloire: Good range of restaurants including Plancheur de Vaches crêperie, La Pizza for pizzas and Bistro 'Chez Fred' for Savoyard dishes. Valmeinier: La Glisse pizzeria, Les Lauzes, L'Estaminet, La Fondue, Le Chardon Bleu or take advantage of the pre-bookable meal options at Hotel Les Carettes
Other amenities
Valloire: · Cinema · Fitness centre with Jacuzzi and sauna · 2 farms · BanksValmeinier: · Cinema · Activity programme · Cash machine only (no bank)
Special Offers
FREE CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER ON SELECTED DATES!
Family choice
Valloire is excellent for families. The two ski kindergartens, La Souris Verte and Les Marmottons-L'Ourson offer care and tuition for children from 3 years old, open 0900-1600, approx. €135 for 6 full days. The Les Aiglons nursery takes children from 6 months-6 years and offers care with indoor and outdoor games. Cost approx. €120 for 6 full days, extra €5 per day for lunch. In Valmeinier, the La Galipette nursery cares for children aged 3 months to 8 years. Open Sun-Fri from 0845-1730. Cost approx. €200 for 6 full days including lunch. Pre-booking recommended. Call our Family Hotline on 0870 160 4070 for further details. Please note: clubs are mainly French speaking.the savings
Ski in any other resort in the Maurienne Valley for just €10 per day (transport not included).
From 3rd April, the lift pass gives FREE entrance to the ice skating rink, tennis courts and cinema.
