Located in the Haute-Maurienne valley, bordering the Vanoise National Park and close to Italy, La Norma is a friendly, family orientated, pedestrianized resort set in a forest and built with small wooden clad residences.
CHILDREN Children: "Les Lutins" nursery from 3mths to 6s with both indoor and outdoor activities. ESF snow kindergarten with ski lessons for 3-5s.
OTHER ACTIVITIES Skiing in La Norma: 65km of ski runs with 19 lifts and 2 snowparks. 6-day lift pass (05/06 prices): Adult: 124 euros Seniro citizens (65-74 years): 114 euros. Junior (5-11s): 99 euros Children under 5: free.
THE AREA Apres ski in La Norma: Snowshoeing, dog-sledding... Cinema, restaurants, nightclub.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Useful Information: La Norma is within easy reach by coach from the railway station in Modane (6km). The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great winter holiday: > shops. > restaurants/bars. > launderette. > sports shop.
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