Situated at the heart of the Paradiski area, a number of the lifts, including the Vanoise Express across to La Plagne, the Transarc (from Arc 1800 across to Arc 2000) and the Funicular railway (from Bourg St Maurice up to Arc 1600) are open during the summer, as well as the two lifts in Peisey-Vallandry.
Put your bike on the lift and you are on your way! There are limitless trails and tracks across the mountains to suit all levels of experience.
In addition, there are 15 kms of tracks along the banks of the river Isere – you can take the funicular back up to Arc 1600 (although you have a bit of uphill peddling still to do from there across and up to Peisey).
Click on the map to see mountain bike routes
High Trees – climbing
Peisey-Vallandry has recently opened the new “High Trees” climbing school where three different levels challenge await you! Run by qualified instructors, you and your children can climb the pines and larches of Nancroix and abseil across the valley!
Walking
There are literally limitless walks for all ages and levels of fitness, with over 200 kms of marked trails around Les Arcs. For the more ambitious, walks can be arranged over to the Mont Blanc crossing into Italy, with overnight stays in the mountain refuges. This is a very popular pastime in France and in order to secure a bed for the night, you will need to make a reservation in advance.
Riding
Horse riding is a great way to appreciate the mountains and views and there are several riding schools in the area, with a range of horses and ponies suitable for beginners through to experienced riders.
