Villard Reculas Ski Resort, France

Bullard Reculas is a quiet, small, friendly traditional mountain village linked into the Alpe dHuez ski area covering 250km of runs with a drop of 2225m. The longest black run in Europe at 16km is a great test of stamina as are some of the knarly black runs off the top of the 3300m Pic Blanc. Close links to three regional airports means transfer times are very short and as little as 90 minutes. Accommodation is plentiful and of all types across the five ski towns and villages with great off-piste options. On mountain dining and drinks can get busy but down into one the villages for a great, cheaper mix. Good for serious skiers and families alike you can always find a quiet run somewhere.