Fresh picks | Skiing in France

28 Mar 2018
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2 min read
FOUR has put together a few of the best destinations for last-minute skiing in 2018, with something to suit everyone…

For the Adventurous

The stunning chalets of Arctic Lodge and Arctic Townhouse are situated in the exclusive area of Legettaz in Val d’Isère, a 2 minute ski, or 5 minute drive (with your private chauffeur service of course) from the centre of town. Ideal for those lovers of off-piste powder, Arctic Lodge & Co. offer the unique mountain experience of Arctic Refuge-a former school house situated high above the village, only accessible by skis or helicopter. Featuring cinema rooms, saunas, pools and your own Arctic Team to wait on you hand and foot, for the adventurous skier, there is no better place!

Arctic Lodge & Co. – Val D’Isere

 

For the Foodie

For those looking for a destination where they can fully indulge this ski season, Megeve offers three Michelin Star restaurants.Nestled in the heart of the Mont-Blanc Massif, Megeve is the perfect destination for foodies. The restaurants include dishes such as langoustine from Lake Geneva and of course the delicious cuisine that the Savoyard region is famed for.

For chalet lovers, Megeve is the perfect location, with chalets that accommodate any group. Features can include everything from heated indoor and outdoor pools and a fire pit, to a spa and a cinema theatre, making it almost impossible to heed the call of the slopes on those white-out days. Chalet Aspen, Chalets M & B and Chalet Renoir all offer the perfectaccommodationfor a luxury stay in the slopes.

Megève

 

Forthe Spa Lover

At Le Blizzard, guests can relax in the luxurious Spa by Clarins and relax those aching legs after a day spent on the slopes. The heated outdoor pool provides the perfect spot for rejuvenating both mind and body in the fresh mountain air. Just 100 metres from the slopes, the hotel has a great location in the centre of the village. Alpine chic is in abundance in the wood and stone chalets which make up the hotel. Gorgeous suites offer incredible vistas of the mountains or charming views of the picturesque village.

Le Blizzard–Val D’Isére

 

For the New Place to Be Seen

La Mourra is the new and exclusive hotel village in the heart of Val D’Isere, experiencing it’s first winter seasonthe four stunning chalets of La Mourra offer 5-7 gorgeous rooms and come with the services of a five-star hotel but with the added cosiness and privacy of an alpine chalet. After a day spent on the pistes, guests can relax and unwind in their chalet’s own spa complete with a hammam or sauna or head to the hotel for a dip in the 17-metre indoor swimming pool. For those looking to truly indulge, the hotel offers Spa My Blend by Clarins, (one of only a few in France) for the ultimate mountain pampering experience. Guests who prefer a gorgeous hotel suite to stay in, can choose between the junior suites or 2-bedroom suites at La Mourra which both offer wonderfully large rooms for couples and families.

La Mourra -Val D’Isére