Peisey-Vallandry

DESTINATION GUIDE

Resort Height

2100m

Ski Range

1550 - 3455m

Km of Piste (Vallandry)

150 KM

KM Piste (Paradiski)

300KM

Peisey-Vallandry is one of the villages in the Les Arcs ski area. Les Arcs and La Plagne together combine to make one of the largest ski areas in Europe with at total of 425 kilometres of piste. The Peisey lift station located at 1650 metres in Plan-Peisey, or from the Vallandry lift in Vallandry. From the lower village of Peisey, locals and visitors can use the famous ‘Lobster Pots’ (or Lonzagne lift) for free transportation to the lift.

Plan-Peisey is connected to La Plagne via the Vanoise Express, a cable car that spans the divide between the Peisey-Vallandry/Les Arcs ski area and La Plagne. The 180 person cable car, which was built in 2003, stretches 1.8 kilometres and is elevated 380 metres above the valley floor.

VISITING PEISEY-VALLANDRY (Tourist info)

Nearest train station

Bourg Sainte Maurice

Airport distance

Chambery – 142 km

Grenoble – 214 km

Lyon – 219 km

Geneva – 221 km

Tourist information

www.peisey-vallandry.com

+33 (0)4 79 07 94 28

LOCATION OF PEISEY-VALLANDRY

SKIING IN PEISEY-VALLANDRY

Beginner skiers

There is an excellent beginners area with easy lifts that are separated from the advanced skiers. There’s a selection of very wide open pistes and easy runs winding through the trees.

Intermediate skiers

The pistes of Peisey-Vallandry are varied and have an abundance of intermediate runs. Over 50% could be considered intermediate level – a fun place for families to enjoy.

Intermediate skiers and snowboarders will find the Peisey-Vallandry area a brilliant place to hone skills. There are wide open blues and not-too-tricky reds that will keep you entertained for months.

Advanced skiers

An abundance of skiing for the more advanced is available, with lots of relatively easily accessible off piste such as La Grive (local knowledge and stable conditions required) as well as masses of tree runs from the Derby chairlift.

SKI HIRE IN PEISEY-VALLANDRY

Intersport – There are 5 Intersport stores in Plan Peisey, Vallandry and Peisey Village. Reserve online and collect in store.

Skimium – Located on the main road of Plan Peisey, at the junction of the road that goes to Bar Mont Blanc.

Rental Repulic – Delivered to your door and fitted in the comfort of your chalet!

Sport 2000 – Located on the main road of Plan Peisey, reserve online and collect in store.

THINGS TO DO IN PEISEY-VALLANDRY

In addition to skiing and snowboarding, visitors to Peisey-Vallandry can take part in a range of fantastic mountain sports. With a broad selection of shops and a cinema, there is plenty to keep visitors occupied when they’re not on the slopes.

Action and sport

Cross country skiing (nordic), snowshoeing, ice climbing and paragliding. We highly recommend paragliding (parapente in French) for an amazing birds-eye view of the valley.

With animals

Activities with animals are available beyong Nancroix, on the edge of the Vanoise National Park. These include husky sledding, horse-drawn sleigh riding and a walk with reindeers.

Relaxation and well being

For those in the group that would like a day to relax, there is a large spa in Plan-Peisey called L’Orée des Cimes offering treatments and packages. The Vanoise Hotel offers treatments, and a swimming pool, small sauna and a hot tub over looking the piste.

Yoga lessons with Bec Black are regularly available in the school in Peisey village. Check the website for times.

Culture

For those who culture, architecture or religion, Sainte Trinité church in Peisey-Nancroix is well worth a visit.

Entertainment

Vallandry boasts its own cinema, where two films are screened each day in the winter. An extra film will be shown if the weather is very bad.

RESTAURANTS & BARS IN PEISEY-VALLANDRY

Mountain Restaurants

On the edge of the Réches Piste nestled next to the woods is The Blanche Murée. (+33 (0)6 09 40 56 53) Serving up traditional Savoie dishes on a lovely sunny terrace it’s a favorite spot of a long lunch. Le Coeur de Vall is another sunny afternoon location for local flavors and great crepes. Situated close to the piste as you descend towards the Vanoise Express. Contact Le Coeur de Vall for a table +33 (0)4 79 07 96 59

Situated further up the slops just under the top of the Vallandry bubble is Aux Enfants Terribles, a lively bar and restaurant for all the family. The restaurant boosts, snack foods, solarium bar a Bistro and self service bar. Phone +33 (0)4 79079025 check out the website https://restaurant-auxenfantsterribles.com/

Restaurants in Peisey Vallandry and surrounding villages

La Refuge Pizz, guess what for Pizza! Situated on the main strip just down from the Vanoise express lift that crossed the road. Refuge Pizz is a great pizza for a great price, fast service too. Order your pizza, contact +33 (0)4 79 06 52 58.

L’Adress is situated at the foot of the Vallandry bubble. Serving homemade and gourmet cuisine you are guaranteed a great lunch or evening meal. The burgers come highly recommended. To book a table call +33 (0)4 79 06 82 70

Looking for great crepes? Chez Félix is number 1 in the village. Situated on the Plan Peisey high street with a lovely big sunny terrace. Call +33 (0)4 79 07 94 21

NEARBY RESORTS

The better known resorts of Les Arcs and La Plagne are connected to Peisey-Vallandry via a network of ski lifts. We love Peisey-Vallandry because it is that bit smaller, so has a personal touch.

The Espace Killy resorts of Tignes and Val d’Isère are just an hours drive away from Peisey-Vallandry, so worth a visit if you are feeling adventurous. Just call Mountain Rescue to book your transfer.