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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.
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- 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
Lots of intermediate level peists and plenty of good black mogul runs for more experienced skiers.
Brilliant tree runs around arc 1600/1800/plan peisey. Great for low Vis days.
Not many green runs but most of the blues are low in the grade so begginers can still access most of the mountain.
You'll get better apres elsewhere but Arppet and Follie are both pretty good.
Hot tip: if you have a full Paradiski or a season pass you can use the express lanes in lift queues.
Lots of slopes to choose from and overall great quality
The skiing is great, with plenty of different terrain. There is something for everyone. The skiable area is also huge.
Après ski is also great. There is la folie douce for those who like to party and then there are plenty of bars and resteraunts aswell.
The only thing about Les Arcs and Paradiski is that it is quite far from the nearest airports. It took me 2 hours and 30 minutes to get there from Geneva airport so be prepared for a long car journey.
Overall I loved Les Arcs. Out of all the villages, Arcs 1950 is by far the prettiest but the other villages are still excellent.

