Located in the spectacular Ecrins moutain range and at the foot of the Meije glacier, Les Duex Alpes is the European capital of summer skiing (1600m). This beautiful resort offers both skiers and non-skiers alike the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking alpine scenery and a variety of outdoor activities.
CHILDREN Creches and childrens clubs available for children aged between 6 months and 12 years. Range of age-appropriate activities on offer.
OTHER ACTIVITIES Les Deux Alpes is the ideal location to get to grips with mountain-based sports and activities: rambling (over 200km of sigmposted footpaths), summer skiing, mountain biking, horse riding etc, as well as water sports such as kayaking, wind surfing and sailing. The resort also has facilities such as mini-golf, tennis, archery, table tennis etc. Summer skiing facilities include snowpark.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Les Deux Alpes is a well-equipped resort and has all necessary amenities/facilities: shuttle bus service between resort and local train station. Doctors and pharmacies, swimming pools and fitness centres (squash courts, aquagym, sauna, steam room etc), resturants serving local cuisine, local shops etc. All information provided here is intended as guidance only. For more detailed information, please contact local tourist information services.
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