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Top Rated for
4.63 (28 Ratings)
Beginners
4.58 (427 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.55 (427 Ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.52 (372 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.44 (228 Ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.42 (406 Ratings)
Accommodation Options
Beginner 8%
Intermediate 45%
Advanced 34%
Expert 13%
Overall Rating
4.38
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Total Runs
1200
Bottom Elevation
3226
Top Elevation
200
Skiable Terrain

How Skiers Rate Les Arcs

4.38 (429 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.19 (425 ratings)
Value for Money
3.82 (422 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.09 (414 ratings)
Après-Ski
4.42 (406 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.52 (372 ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.58 (427 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.70 (346 ratings)
Powder Zones
3.76 (398 ratings)
Tree Runs
3.60 (361 ratings)
Mogul Fields
3.83 (354 ratings)
Off-Piste
3.79 (354 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.55 (427 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.06 (410 ratings)
Eating Out
4.44 (228 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.63 (28 ratings)
Beginners
4.40 (171 ratings)
Intermediates
4.32 (175 ratings)
Advanced
4.41 (55 ratings)
Experts
4.21 (45 ratings)
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What Skiers Say About Les Arcs

Les Arcs attracts a wide range of skiers and snowboarders, from beginners to experts, with intermediate skiers being particularly well-served. Reviewers consistently mention the vast ski area, especially when linked with La Plagne via the Paradiski pass, offering extensive terrain that prevents boredom over a week. The lift system is generally praised for efficiency and minimal queuing, though some mention increased crowds in recent years due to new all-inclusive hotels. Après-ski receives positive feedback, particularly venues like Folie Douce and L'Arpette in Arc 1800. Several users note good value compared to other French resorts, convenient access via funicular from Bourg-St-Maurice, and reliable snow conditions due to altitude. Common criticisms include limited nightlife and restaurant options in some villages (particularly Arc 2000), crowded narrow sections on certain runs, and an abundance of flat connecting tracks that frustrate snowboarders.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • vast ski area
  • efficient lift system
  • après-ski options
  • good for all abilities
  • snow reliability
  • value for money
  • tree-lined runs
  • ski-in ski-out access
  • flat cat tracks
  • limited nightlife
  • crowded narrow sections
  • restaurant options variable by village
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Les Arcs is popular with people from all over Europe and is part of the massive Paradiski area (Linked with La Plagne) making it the 3rd largest ski area in the world - offering a huge range of skiing and snowboarding on 425km of snow-sure pistes ranging from 1250m up to 3250m.Lift pass prices are reasonable and season passes are half that of the neighbouring resorts, if youre staying for over 2 weeks you shoudl just get a season pass.The resort istelf doenst take itself too seriously, it's not fancy or expensive. There's some fun Apres Ski at the Folie Douce every day, sun or snow and some nice bars in town as well as restaurants. From Bourg Saint Maurice theres a 7 min funicular ride to Arcs 1600 and busses from there to the other resorts of 1800, 1950 and 2000.
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Arc 1950 is a lovely quaint cosy wood chalet sort of resort compared to the others which were larger & more condominium style. There were plenty of places to eat & drink - all just a stones throw away. It is quite literally a ski in ski out resort with everything you could want right outside the door step. A bakery was right opposite, Carrefour supermarket next door, with the rental equipment & ESF ski school meeting point right in the centre. Couldnt ask for more convenience with everything you want & need within a stones throw!
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Brilliant resort with huge variety of runs to keep everyone happy.
We've been 4 times and are still finding new runs to explore
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We visited as a group of 3 in Jan 2025 for a week. We had all conditions: good light, white outs, fresh snow, powder, ice etc. We skid from 915-430 most days and still never covered the whole Paradiski area - great amount of varied terrain! Also started to learn how to ski in powder which the resort was perfect for. We did Apres at Folie from 430ish until 7ish which was usually pretty good. Then wed eat out or grab a takeaway. La Cabane Neiges was our favourite restaurant in Arc 1800. There wasnt much nightlife after 11pm which was good for us as it meant we could get to bed and ski all day the next day without a hangover! One of our most enjoyable ski holidays for sure! We stayed at the Altezza hotel in the Charmettoger area of 1800 which was superb!
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I spent a week in Les Arcs. Honestly it was unbelievable, the apres options were vast and all were amazing. In my eyes apres can be described as nothing else than pure euphoria.
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We visited Les Arcs as two couples in February 2024, staying in Les Arcs 2000.

Les Arcs 2000 was ideal for us ski-in, ski-out which was a great feature. The area itself offered a handful of basic restaurants and bars and bowling with pizza, which was nice in the evenings. However, For more most of the bars and restaurants (+corner shop) was down the quick and easy gondola to Les Arcs 1800. The gondola ran late into the evenings.

The ski terrain had a huge variety of slopes, plenty to offer both for those of us who occasionally ventured onto black runs and for our partners who preferred blues and the occasional red. Despite some congestion around the lifts at peak times, the slopes felt open and never overly crowded.

Lower areas like Les Arcs 1600 relied on snow cannons, we had no issues higher up. Being in 2000 we could also be first to the top of the mountain in the mornings, and the chance the chance to propose to my partner at sunset.

For a more party atmosphere, Les Arcs 1600 might be a better but it was easy to get
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Great quiet slopes and amazing après! Learnt to ski here (can already snowboard) and it was a great experience with plenty of runs for all abilities that helped me to learn at my own pace
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This resort is brilliant for families and really family friendly. Its typical French alpski vibes. Go off term to get the slopes to yourself. It can get manic with all the kids riding around you. Food is always delicious but spenny.
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Went with a group of mates, had an absolute blast, very easy to navigate and friendly resort. Perfect for beginners and advanced mixed groups to explore everything and meet up on the mountain/apres.
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This resort has everything - snow sure, family friendly, entertainment for adults and children. The children loved it as they could walk about independently and safely due to it being pedestrianised. There is a great choice of restaurants and none of them disappointed. The accommodation is perfect and there are plenty of options. There is a beautiful spa and pool which is great for some adult time and relaxation while the kids are in ski lessons. We love it so much that we keep going back!
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Fantastic resort. A bit busy, but big enough that you can find quieter pistes and great variety of slopes/difficulties. Could go year after year and never get bored.
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Les arc is a great family resort with helpful links to make it affordable to all.

If you are looking for top level skiing and apres then you need to look elsewhere
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Loved this resort, huge array of slopes on offer from wide groomers to tree lined runs. Snow reliability is great and the park was a decent size too. Apres had multiple options which was great - could do a beer crawl sort of descent down the mountain at the end of the day.
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Les Arcs is a fantastic resort. It is fully worth getting the full ski pass so you are able to spend a day exploring La Plagne if you are able to!
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Bansko is a fantastic ski destination that offers great value for money. It has a lively atmosphere, plenty of accommodation options, and a good mix of slopes suitable for beginners and experienced skiers alike. The town itself is charming, with a variety of restaurants and bars to enjoy after a day on the slopes. However, it can get quite crowded during peak season, especially at the gondola. Overall, its a solid choice for an affordable ski holiday.
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Fantastic resort, ski school with ESF was superb for our 3 children. Amazing variety of ski runs & ski in ski out accommodation.
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Had a great time at les arcs would recommend. With its lovely slopes and great snow even in the first week of the season.
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Weve been to Les Arcs as a family of four & have always enjoyed the skiing. Plethora of runs/trails to discover & very easy to navigate. Good choices of eating out too
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Great resort, lots of runs for different level skier.
Large ski area with great lift system
Lots of restaurants and cafés to choose from.
Great off piste skiing.
Accommodation was fantastic
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Les Arcs 1950 is a great resort for families. The pedestrianised centre has good bars, some very good restaurants and 5pm each evening hosts a child friendly activity including scooter races and watching the professionals master a huge specially made ski jump. The centre also has all you need- ski school meeting point, ski hire, shops and a bakery for your morning snacks. The parking was easy and there are lots of apartments suited to families.
The skiing is varied for all abilities and its a great place to get children started on the slopes - our first time as a family last year.
For Apres head over to 1850 to the Folie Deuce - a lift back up and a beginner/intermediate ski back into the village.
It doesnt come cheap, but was so good last year we are going back with 7 more families this year!
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