Lyon
Bourg-stmauric
3250
1600
SPORT and LEISURE:
* Mountaineering
* Via Ferrata
* Climbing
* Rambling (700km of signposted footpaths)
* Paragliding
* Swimming pool with slides
* Archery
* Tennis
* Squash
* Horse-riding
* Lake fishing / Angling
* Golf
* Bars, restaurants, nightclub...
Useful Information: Les Arcs is within easy reach by coach from Bourg Saint Maurice train station. There are free outdoor and payable underground car parks available.
The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great holiday:
* shops.
* bars/restaurants.
* doctors.
* pharmacies...
* "Pomme d'Api" creche for kids from 3mths-6yrs.
* "La Cachette" creche for kids from 4mths-6yrs.
For further information, please contact Arc 1600 Tourist Office (tel: 0033 479 07 12 57)
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A word of advice from Lagrange: French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep some euros handy.
