Les Arcs Reviews: 4.38/5 from 400+ Verified Skiers | Snomad
Snomad LogoSnomad Logo
351,166 resort ratings from real skiers
Expert Analysis & Reviews

Les Arcs Reviews & Ratings

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
From 429 Reviews
123
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)
Snowboarders

Read All 400+ Les Arcs Reviews

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
Filters
I love that I don't have to have sharp elbows like at St Anton, la Grave or Chamonix to experience fresh tracks when there's fresh powder. I like how I can climb for only 30 minutes to get great off piste.
Off-Piste
Value for Money
Tree Runs
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Brilliant resort everything you need is only a finger tip away and if its not then the local bus will take you there in no time, good food good bars and great skiing.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Les Arcs was such an incredible place to ski. Extending over to the Vallandry area, there were over 400km of runs to ski, and perfect for any group of family and friends to visit. My partner boards and he enjoys the slopes and the off-piste terrain. Weve been every year for the past few years and would recommend the resort to anyone, open for all abilities!
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Skied there for half a season.

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.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
January was lovely for new fresh snow, little icy at points due to mild and freezing weather. Was icier last March due to warmer weather. Good mixture of runs and lifts quick and efficient not long waits for lifts
Family Friendliness
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
A great resort for all levels, Ive been to this resort twice and wasnt disappointed either time, with so many different runs for any ability you will have a great time here, that being said there arent many green runs for beginners which could be the only downfall but for any skier there is plenty of options. Having also been with children as well as without I can safely say there really is something for everyone.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Big resort with huge variety of terrain suitable for lots of different levels! Great atmosphere and huge open off piste areas as well as more advance piste runs
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Great place to ski in ski out. Not loads of apres options but very family friendly. Price wise, very reasonable with access to a large ski resort
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Overall a great all round resort. I been here three times now and would continue to keep coming back. Slopes are great and with the right conditions off peist is great too. Plenty of restaurants and placing to eat out to choose from also.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Spent a season in Les Arcs. Amazing resort for its variety great open pisted runs and off piste areas up around 2000/1950 and for a French resort this high plenty of tree runs down in piesey/vallandry and 1600. 1 decent snow park to. Apres is ok Arpette > Folie and Bar Mont Blanc number one for English visitors. Access to la plagne also very nice but for a single week almost not necessary with the amount of runs in the les arc area. Great resort for familys and or groups looking to ski first maybe apres later.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
First time visiting the Alps and it didn't disappoint.
Lots of slopes to choose from and overall great quality
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Overall a really nice resort, some very good groomed runs and a lovely snow park with good variety for all abilities. The off piste is also accessible to various abilities from short stretches of powder to rocks and small cliff jumps. During peak season it is very busy however there are enough runs that people tend to spread out across the resort. It also isn't a cheap resort, however, it is worth the money. Overall I would visit it again.
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Plenty of accommodation options. I personally stayed at Club Med and it was fantastic. Everything is there for you when you arrive. You can rent skis from Club Med, you can rent them from elsewhere or you can bring your own.
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.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Working in les arc as a chef, with over 400km of runs in the Paradiski area (les arc + la plagne) theres plenty of opportunity for both fast on piste skiing and difficult off piste. Only downsides are the older generation lifts and the obvious busy nature of school holidays
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Working in les arc as a chef, with over 400km of runs in the Paradiski area (les arc + la plagne) theres plenty of opportunity for both fast on piste skiing and difficult off piste. Only downsides are the older generation lifts and the obvious busy nature of school holidays
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Went here on a family holiday, my brother and I are confident skiers whilst my parents are less so. This resort catered for all abilities, with a vast selection of runs and off piste areas. The apres environment was remarkable with a folie douce - personal favourite. Overall, would highly reccomend.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Great resort, lots of fun features, larpette provides some of the best apres going
Family Friendliness
Snow Parks
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Great resort for all levels
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options