Valloire resort information: 1430 to 2600 metres.
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the piste map of Valloire
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Valloire is an authentic
traditional village at the foot of the Galibier Pass, in the north
Alps. It's both a charming village with its Barqoue Style Church
(XVIIth century), and an International ski resort linked with Valmeinier. |
Access: The nearest airport is Chambery 100km (63
miles), while Geneva is 200km (125 miles) and Lyon (Saint-Exupry) 195km
(122 miles). Car rental available at the airport or there are bus and train
connections to Saint Michel Valloire, 17km (11 miles) from the resort.
Valloire is easy to reach by car along A43 through St Jean de Maurienne,
exit at Sainte Michel de Mnne, then its 17km (11 miles) of easy climbing
to Valloire along the D902. Snow chains or snow tyres should be carried
in case of snowfall.
Valloire in winter
Valloire offers great ski possibilities. 70% of the domain,
culminating at 2600 m, is above the 2000 metre mark, with a 1170 m difference
in altitudes. 150 kms of slopes - 74 runs. 350 snow canons. 33 ski lifts.
Green runs 8, Blue 9, Red 23, Black 4. The snow cannons mean that even when
snow is scarce you can ski back to the village.
For snowboarders : half pipe and modul contest.
Specially prepared pistes for cross country skiing.
Sledge rides pulled by huskies and breath taking excursions using snow shoes.
The after skiing is really important with an artificial
ice rink, an indoor bowling, a keep fit centre with gym, stretching, sauna
and sunbed, a cultural centre with cinema and library, classical music auditorium,
paragliding, husky rides, local restaurants, pubs, discos, etc. For many
years in January Valloire has organized an International Ice and Snow Sculpture
Contest.
Valloire in summer
Valloire is on the Route des Grandes Alpes as well as
having many km of marked walking trails. There's mountain biking, climbing,
canyoning, and guided walking for all levels. In the village you'll find
a heated outdoor swimming pool, an ice rink, bowling, paragliding, archery
and mini-golf.
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