An ideal base for intermediate skiing within the 3 Vallées, particularly suitable for families. It is divided into several sub-resorts (La Croisette, Reberty and Preyerand) and stretches out over sunny endless slopes of top quality (160km).
CHILDREN Children: (BCG and healthcare records required) 'Village des Schtroumpfs' - Croisette - (3mths-12s) - Tel. 0033 479 00 63 79 www.esf-lesmenuires.com 'Club des Piou-Piou' - Bruyères - (3-12s) - Tel. 0033 479 00 69 50
OTHER ACTIVITIES ALPINE SKIING IN LES MENUIRES:Les Menuires offers 600km of slopes (as part of the 3 Valleys ski domain). 3 Valleys 6 day lift pass (08/09 prices): 172 euros/adult, 143 euros/senior citizens aged 65-74 inclusive, 120 euros/children aged 5-12 inclusive. Under 5s and over 75s free.
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 28 Km CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING:28km of slopes available in the Belleville valley. Free access.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION The resort is accessible by car or by taxi from Moutiers train station (27km). All necessary amenities are available: doctors, dentist, pharmacy, cash machines, laundrette plus assorted bars, resturants and local shops. All information provided is intended for guidance only. For more detailed and up to date information, please contact the local tourist office.
Otherwise known as "The Roof of Europe", Savoie is an area rich in natural treasures and historical points of interest.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional.
From tiny paths to steep trails, discover the Alpine peaks, the Alpine gastronomy, small villages with colourful stories and most importantly, breathe in the fresh and revitalising mountain air.
For visitors who want to experienceSavoie beyond the ski slopes, there is a wide range of other exciting winter activities to choose from, such as dog-sledding and snowshoeing.
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THE 3 VALLEYS is one of the largest ski domains in the world and is shared between 5 resorts: La Tania, Courchevel, Meribel, Les Menuires, and Val Thorens. * Europe's finest snowsure resorts * Extensive skiing for all levels * Unlimited off-piste opportunities * Lots of snowboard- friendly lifts, and fun parks in Courchevel, Val Thorens and Les Menuires. www.les3vallees.com
Height: 600km of pistes. 52 green slopes / 131 blue slopes / 118 red slopes / 34 black slopes. 200 ski lifts and more than 1500 snow cannons.
6-day '3 Vallees' lift pass (04/05 prices): 232 euros/adult, 174 euros/junior (5-12yrs), 197 euros/senior citizens, children under 5 years and senior citizens over 75 years free.