Paradiski Winter 2013-2014 Press Kit

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winter 2013-2014
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Jean-Charles de Castelbajac celebrates 10 years of Paradiski
Paradiski unveils its new press release
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Ten gourmet addresses on the slopes
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Paradiski resorts
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Paradiski in pictures
Welcome to Paradise, skiing reaches new heights
New event: Paradiski Gravity
Unusual and Original
News and offers
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A Winter Anniversary,
PARADISKI Celebrates 10 years
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Ten years ago, on the 20 th December 2003, skiers embarked for the first
This year PARADISKI is creating an event on the 16 th December 2013
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time on the Vanoise Express (the world’s biggest cable car) to discover the
featuring PARADISKI GRAVITY. This will mark a world first in «highline»
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425km of pistes in the PARADISKI ski domain, linking the resorts of Les
(high altitude slack line). The slack line will be strung between two cable cars
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Arcs/Peisey-Vallandry and la Plagne (Savoie-France) . The second biggest ski
380m high. Two of the world’s best ‘high liners’, Julien Millot and Tancrede
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domain in the world, PARADISKI is part of a group of very large interconnected
Melet will negotiate their way along the rope, which will be suspended over
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domains.
the valley between the two cable cars of the Vanoise Express, defying
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Key facts and figures
Practical Paradiski
gravity against an awesome backdrop!
To celebrate this anniversary, PARADISKI has asked the haute-couture
designer, Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, to decorate its Vanoise Express cable
car. The world-renowned artist and innovator will cover the two doubledecker Vanoise Express cable cars in a unique creation which will feature
throughout winter 2013/2014.
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Rossignol
by Jean Charles de Castelbajac
Winter Collection 13/14
Vanoise Express,
the biggest cable car in the world
The Vanoise Express cable car is at the heart of the Paradiski ski domain. It links the
the unique panorama of Mont Blanc, the Swiss and Italian Alps and the Beaufortain
key resorts of Les Arcs/Peisey-Vallandry and la Plagne taking you from one station
massif. Built by POMA, the Vanoise Express is an ultra modern cable car and is one
to the other in just four minutes at a speed of 45km/h; 12.5 metres per second;
of a kind in respect of its size, technology and in particular the fact that its comprises
smoothly (there are no pylons) covering a distance of 1,824 metres in comfort and
two, separate engines on two separate cables allowing the cable cars to operate
absolute silence. The crossing drops 380 metres between stations since Peisey sits
independently of one another. Every cabin holds 200 people and there’s little risk of
at an altitude of 1612 metres whilst Coches is at a lower 1548m. The panoramic
a long wait either: these cable cars can turnover 4000 people per hour.
cabins have two floors suspended above the picturesque Ponthurin valley and offer
The Vanoise Express
in numbers:
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Jean-Charles de Castelbajac
celebrates 10 years of Paradiski
As part of its Birthday celebrations, Paradiski has entrusted the creative Jean-
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac
Charles de Castelbajac with the awesome task of decorating the two panoramic,
“Jean-Charles de Castelbajac is one of the symbolic creators of
double storey cable cars of the Vanoise Express. It was without hesitation that the
our time, known as much for his creations as for this complete
famous haute-couture designer and artist, known the world over, accepted the task
and multi-faceted work of art, established for decades to come.
of creating a unique design to adorn the biggest cable car in the world. The result of
His thinking generates a thousand concepts in a thousand
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac’s work for Paradiski will be unveiled on the 17 October
directions, giving rise to a sound, a collaboration, a “mise-en-
2013 at Paradiski’s Birthday party at the Musee Grevin, Paris.
scene”, a drawing.
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From the 21 st December 2013 and throughout this winter, thousands of Vanoise
A complex artist who is not solely defined by the restrictive field
Express passengers will see the unique design cloaking the cable cars in celebration
of fashion. He joins, assembles, diverts, adapts, quotes, parodies
of its 10 years thanks to the French artist Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.
and represents all that is cinematic, artistic, television, comedic
Length: 1824 m - Drop: 63 m
Height at the deepest part of the valley: 380 m
Cabin Capacity: 200 passengers over 2 floors with 1 conductor
(80 people on the top level and 120 people at ground level)
Two stations: Montchavin-Les Coches and Plan-Peisey
image construction, fashion and more”
Construction company: POMA (www.poma.net)
James Bort, Photographer.
Speed: 12.5 m/s or 45 km/h
Cost of construction works in 2003: €15 million
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PARADISKI unveils
its new press release
To celebrate their 10 years, the Paradiski brand unveils its new communication
True to its reputation, Paradiski wanted an innovative campaign that reinvented
concept. Using the biblical image of the apple, Paradiski invites the visitor to succumb
the genre, a long way from the classic “mountain” communication. Thus, Paradiski
to temptation by entering a vast, magical, seductive mountain range. The promise is
confirms its position as an internationally renowned ski domain for great skiers.
without equal: let yourself be tempted, dare and give yourself a total ski experience,
you are in Paradiski.
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Welcome to Paradise
skiing reaches new heights
From 1200 to 3250m in altitude, Paradiski offers a ski domain of 425km of slopes
Open from 21
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December 2013 to 26
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April 2014
linking the resorts of Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry and la Plagne (Savoie-France) . Well
Freestyle lovers have at their disposal 2 snow parks, 6 boardercross, 1 half-pipe and
153 km of slopes are dedicated to cross country skiing in surroundings reserved for
2 big Air Bags.
lovers of skiing and other activities.
PLAY AREAS
DRAG LIFTS
To try out all the glisses, Paradiski offers 3 bobsleigh runs in the ski domain for pure
The 133 Paradiski drag lifts are amongst the most modern and fastest in the world.
adrenalin and fun! Loan of helmet and bobsleigh.
Over 10 years Paradiski has invested 210 million Euros in the modernization and
Rodeo Park: 3 km long - Colorado Park: 1.5 km long and the new Arpette night
upkeep of its ski area; this has made them one of the top investors in Europe.
bobsleigh run: 3 km long.
THE WHOLE OF PARADISKI AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
100% RENEWABLE ENERGY
Paradiski 10
National Park, a natural protected area of 53 000 hectares. Breathe in the pure air
to celebrate their 10 years, Paradiski would like to offer you a discount of 10%
A map of the pistes with skier geolocation, opening times of the drag lifts, 7 day
the European label, TÜV-SUD (www.tuev-sued.de) , the strictest standards set to date
and savour the best snow: with 70% of its slopes above 2000 meters and a network
off all ski passes purchased on line before the 31 October, 2013 on:
ski domain weather forecast, personal performance statistics (drop, max speed…) ,
for 100% renewable energy: hydroelectricity, wind power, and solar power.
of top quality snow, Paradiski ensures optimum snow conditions from December to
lesarcs.paradiski.com and on: skipass-laplagne.com
webcams, this free app is available in French and English and is loadable onto
April.
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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING & NORDIC SKIING
known for its beautiful scenery, Paradiski is found at the entrance to the Vanoise
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Anniversary Offer:
SNOWPARKS
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At Paradiski, the ski lift network is 100% powered by green energy and certified by
smartphones: iPhone and Android.
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Unusual and Original
PARADISKI suggests some unique and unusual experiences
New event
Paradiski Gravity
This year Paradiski is creating an event on the 16 th December 2013 featuring Paradiski
The Vanoise Express cable car has two double-decker cabins with panoramic views
GRAVITY. This will mark a world first in «highline» (high altitude slack line) . The slack
and can take up to 200 passengers.
line will be strung between two cable cars 380m high.
It links the resort ranges of Les Arcs/Peisey-Vallandry to la Plagne in only 4 minutes
Two of the world’s best ‘high liners’, Julien Millot and Tancrede Melet will negotiate
at a speed of 45 km/h or 12.5m/s, over a pylon-free distance of 1824m, in total
their way along the rope, which will be suspended over the valley between the two
silence and comfort. The crossing is at a height of 380m, overhanging the Ponthurin
cable cars of the Vanoise Express, defying gravity against an awesome backdrop!
valley, from the Peisey station (1612m high) , to the Coches station (1548m high).
Bobsleigh down the Olympic track
pistes for beginners to experienced riders. From a teaching perspective, one of the
If you fancy hurtling down the 1.5km Olympic Bobsleigh run with its 19 turns in
most famous French speed riding schools is based at Arc 2000. It offers training
la Plagne, you have the choice of three modes of transport: the Bob-Raft is equipped
courses from simple discovery to complete independence. Speed Riding is available
with an autoguide control and automatic brakes, will be ideal for a family of four. The
to good skiers (red run level).
Bob-Raft hits speeds of up to 70-80km. With the Speed-Luge, you are alone, and
From €80.
need to adopt a semi recumbent position in this streamlined luge. It’s well padded
speedriding-school.com or Arnaud Baumy.
and is equipped with autoguide control, for a descent at speeds of up to 90 km/h.
Tel. +33 (0)6 19 51 39 34
If you’re competitive, take the third option and sit behind a professional pilot, you and
two other passengers will reach speeds of up to 120km/h!
Price per person: Bob-Raft €41 ; Speed-Luge €107 ; Bob-Racing €115
Drive a piste basher
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 12 73 - la-plagne.com
Become a piste basher pilot and drive a Pisten Bully machine, 430bhp, used by
the professionals to prepare the pistes overnight. At the controls of this impressive
Speed Riding, playing with gravity, skis on feet
Some Vanoise Express
facts and figures:
machine, you are accompanied by a professional on a closed circuit. The circuit is at
Plagne Villages, opposite the caravan car park.
Length: 1824 m - Drop: 63 m
Operating speed: 12.5 m per second or 45 kmph
A small parachute, some skis, a desire for extreme freedom and the possibility of
Rates: €60 for a 20 minute baptism of fire with certificate.
Cabin Capacity: 200 passengers over two levels and 1 driver
Height: 380 m over the valley
a pure shot of adrenaline after just a few sessions! Les Arcs is the dream location
Tel. +33 (0)6 17 33 51 95 - email. [email protected]
(80 people upstairs and 120 people below)
Two stations: Montchavin-Les Coches and Plan-Peisey
to learn Speed Riding. Here one finds an area dedicated to this practice and perfect
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Unusual and Original
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Glacier Climbing
laser rifle (adapted for children) and a 10m firing distance. With an official stadium and
Introduction with mountain guides on the Champagny ice tower in the Vanoise area,
equivalent shooting range, everyone can test their aim and capacity to concentrate
from mid December to mid March. This 22m high structure is made of three legs
in total safety. Supervised by ESF instructors. Groups and private lessons.
on the still virgin snow accompanied by the resort’s ski patrol. The little bit extra is a
which make up the ramps with inclines adapted to each level of climbing ability, from
From 8 years. Rifles and ammunition supplied (1.5 hrs).
hearty breakfast with them at the top of the slopes. Then ski in total silence with the
the beginner to the professional. Hauled up in their harness and secured below by
Info: Centre Nordique de Peisey-Vallandry.
morning sunlit summits as background. An invigorating and fantastic start to the day!
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 92 65
SPA Arc 1950
a professional, the climbers move towards the summit with the help of ice axes and
Information and purchase at the ski pass ticket offices.
1000m² opposite Mont Blanc dedicated to well-being.
First Track, A PRIVILEGED MOMENT
permitting, allows you to see the Swiss, Italian and French Alps right to the Jura
Be the first on the slopes, see the sun rise over Paradiski and make the first tracks
mountain range. Exceptional!
crampons over the smooth ice. Accessible by car in the valley of Champagny le Haut
Arc 1950 is a prestigious location allowing one to discover the art of Savoyard living.
at 1500m altitude.
Totally pedestrianised, the village has a warm and traditional atmosphere with 5*
10 years or over, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 17:30
Last track on airboard
The AIGUILLE Rouge piste
Rates: €38 per person for 2 hours. Crampons, ice axes and harnesses included
A group descent of around an hour on airboard (snow body board), at the closing
one of the longest descents in Europe.
experience at the heart of the Alps. At the heart of a mineral universe, one discovers
Information: +33 (0)4 79 55 06 55 - champagny.com
of the pistes at Plagne-Montalbert. Departure from Fornelet at 1970m to rejoin
Destination Aiguille Rouge and its glacier to slide towards Villaroger: a mythical non-
the pools, the ice cave, the volcanic cave and the range of showers awakening the
Plagne-Montalbert at 1250m altitude. Supervised by the ESF, Thursday and Friday
stop descent of 7km taking advantage of one of the steepest drops in Europe (from
senses, the outdoor sauna chalet…
service. The village of Arc 1950 has a Deep Nature SPA of 1000m² for a sensory
evenings.
Peisey-Vallandry’s Biathlon
3200m to 1200m).
Available treatments are:
16 years or over
Our advice:
exfoliation, massage, facials, “my first spa” experience and “family wellness”… as well
concentration and self-control, with taste for a challenge.
Rates: €25 - Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 77 24
once at the top of Aiguille Rouge, before putting on your skis, take a few moments to
as a makeup booth, Hair Spa and the Nail Bar.
The Peisey valley has one of the most beautiful biathlon locations in France, with a
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climb up to the observation point and enjoy the fabulous panorama which, weather
Information: arc1950.com
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PARADISKI special 10 year anniversary offer
A UNIQUE NIGHT IN the largest igloo village
Hôtel*** L’Aiguille Grive
Safety on the pistes
To celebrate their 10 years, Paradiski is offering a discount of 10% on all its ski passes
Following their first winter’s success, Les Arcs’ Igloo Village comes back with a
The pleasure of a chalet, the luxury of a hotel. This new hotel-restaurant, established
The skiable domain has launched a safety awareness campaign with postcards that
vengeance, with two exciting new creations: an even bigger village (400m², exclusive
in Arc 1800, takes advantage of an incomparable location on the edge of the ski
were created and distributed by the ski patrol and on placemats distributed by the
to France) comprising an ice sculpture gallery and several new rooms where you can
slopes and the summer golf course. It was designed by the Parisian firm of architects
mountain restaurants or by the resort, as well as 8 short and hard-hitting clips with
spend a unique night with friends or as a couple.
COS, most famous for the renovation of the RITZ hotel in Paris. The modern and
images representing both good and bad behaviour often witnessed on the pistes.
Latest news this winter: igloo rooms! Lovers of nature and mountains and the
unusual architecture of the Hotel l’Aiguille Grive focuses in particular on wood and
Skiing in PARADISKI for their 10 th anniversary
adventurous can, for one night, immerse themselves in an arctic atmosphere, whilst
glass, as well as on environmental standards. It consists of a large chalet dedicated
Special Paradiski offer from €399* /person (based on 6 people) for a 3 room
comfortably cocooned in expedition duvets.
to reception, catering and bar and of 6 small chalets for accommodation, linked to
purchased on-line at lesarcs.paradiski.com and skipass-laplagne.com, before the 31
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December, 2013.
the large chalet by a covered walkway. These small chalets are let as a sole entity of
A new chalet in the heart
of the forest and at the foot of the pistes
Some Igloo Village figures:
5 double rooms with living room and kitchen but can also be let by the room. It is also
Le Dahu, a chalet in the middle of the pedestrian development “Les Chalets de
• Surface: 400 m
standard apartment in a 4**** accommodation in one of the Paradiski resorts with
an unlimited 6 day Paradiski ski pass.
possible to dine in one’s own chalet with tailored catering. The interior décor of the
Vallandry”. In a wooded environment, quiet and not overlooked, with a superb view
Information:
• 3000m³ of snow used in construction
establishment was entrusted to Pierre-Marie Couturier of PMCO, who has managed
over the valley of the Haute Tarentaise. Completely renovated: 170m² over three
• Les Arcs :
• Time taken to complete construction: 2 weeks - 20 people
to create a warm and contemporary feel. A price list is available on demand.
floors, 5 rooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 chimney, balconies and terraces, south west facing.
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 68 00 - lesarcs-reservation.com
• Interior temperature: between 0 and 5ºC
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New restaurant – modern cuisine:
• La Plagne :
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 79 79 - Email. [email protected]
Aperitif: €35/person - Igloo Dinner: €75/person.
a must-visit stop for lunch between pistes or for a mulled wine/blueberry tart at the
Rates: From €1800 from 15 to 22/12/13
• Peisey-Vallandry :
Overnight in Igloo: “Base Camp” room (6 people):
close of the pistes, Gilles will welcome you in an atmosphere splashed with colour.
From €2200 to €2800 per week in January 2014
from €99/person. “Duo” room: from €175/person.
The only Arc 1800 restaurant accessible by ski or on foot, the Aiguille Grive restaurant
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 99 74 - [email protected]
is ideally placed and also offers musical and candlelit dinners on the pistes.
Email. resa-peisey-vallandry.com
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 89 86 - resa-peisey-vallandry.com
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Wi-Fi, beds made on arrival. Sleeping 8-10. 300m from the Vallandry chair lift.
Cameleon Organisations
From €5040 per week for a chalet for 8 people
*Price per person for the week beginning 18 th January 2014 excluding administration
Tel : +33 (0)4 79 00 06 75
hotelaiguille.com
fees and insurance (not mandatory).
Email. [email protected]
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Wherever you are on the ski domain, you will be near a gourmet pit stop. The proof
Bauches valley. Inside, the open fire is always lit and the views instantly relax. On the
is 10 addresses to be discovered in full.
sunny terrace or in a beautifully decorated room, in front of the fire, one can enjoy a
selection of traditional cooking and local specialities. Not to miss, for the nature lovers
among you: fantastic walks on foot, with snowshoes or on cross-country skis for an
with a new adjoining residence comprising of 4 apartments:
Le Sauget,
high altitude lodge on the slopes
for eating and sleeping
A manageable size, putting one in mind of a friendly bed and breakfast, this large
• 3 apartments of 100m², with 4 rooms and 4 bathrooms
A stone’s throw from the Vanoise Express, at 1700 m and nestled in the pine and
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wooden and stone chalet offers 7 spacious rooms (doubles, triples and family) fitted
• 1 apartment of 135m², with 5 rooms and 5 bathrooms
larch trees, this alpine chalet of the last century has now become a restaurant and
and decorated in a personal and cosy style. Two of which have a balcony with a view
• 1 apartment of 145m² with 4 rooms, 1 mezzanine and 5 bathrooms
Opening of Hotel**** Le Cocoon
Opening of the apartment hotel Carlina
Situated in la Plagne 1800, 40m from a chair lift, this new hotel opened its doors at
From December 2013, hotel Carlina****, at Belle-Plagne, will have been completed
the end of December 2012. It achieved a 4 star rating in July 2013.
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 55 37 49 - chaletdufriolin-savoie.com
mountain lodge while still preserving all its charm and authenticity.
Ski in, ski out, all are south facing with balconies and are individually equipped with
away from the Lodge, a hideaway at the foot of the pine trees and opposite Mont Blanc.
Gourmet,
le Chalet du Forperet
sauna and private ski storage with shoe dryers.
A Japanese spa is available for an ‘al fresco’ hot tub experience. Indoors, let your
This is the home of epicureans: an alpine chalet atmosphere, a cosy corner fire to
The hotel offers a B&B rate and the option to reserve a Savoyard dinner. Breakfast
Customers have free access to the Carlina spa which consists of covered pool,
mind and body relax in the Finnish sauna.
sample the Savoyard specialities. This alpine farm, facing the col de la Madeleine
is served in a light airy room, brightened up with original art deco furniture and
sauna, Jacuzzi and Turkish bath.
Joëlle and Fred - Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 83 51 & +33 (0)6 75 24 43 95
and the Maurienne valley, gives the feeling of being away from it all. The Chalet du
le-sauget.com - Email. [email protected]
Foreperet has a sunny terrace and inside a room with a fireplace, old stones and
For that added privacy and seclusion, Le Sauget has a chalet called ‘le mazot’, a few steps
over Mont Blanc! Corinne, the hotel owner, ensures a made to measure welcome to
her customers based on the wealth of quality service offered.
ornaments. The living room is focused on a central fireplace.
From a well-being perspective, customers can take advantage of the terrace sauna,
Additional options available: packed breakfast, grocery delivery, meal delivery,
a Finnish bath (water heated by a wooden stove) and a Jacuzzi.
treatments at the Carlina spa.
larch wood.
As for the famous ‘tartiflette’, its recipe is a secret but this just adds intrigue: cooked
Double room with breakfast from €148 per night.
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 78 46 - carlina-belleplagne.com
Auberge du Friolin,
at the heart of a unique, wild and sunny place
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 55 00 26
Email. [email protected]
At the foot of the Friolin off piste, in the valley of the same name, this ancient
Rates: from €2640 per week.
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even more “Into the Wild” stay.
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in the oven with gratin and caramelised, there is no skier who could resist!
Email. [email protected]
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 55 51 27 - forperet.com
and completely refurbished refuge, offers a mountainous setting at the foot of the
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Le Chalet Les Verdons Sud,
chic and refined atmosphere
Belliou la Fumée,
a little piece of heaven
the terrace or in La Ferme. Situated in the Pre village, at the foot of the Replat chair
lift, the restaurant offers two options: a fast low price self-service menu with good
L’Ancolie,
cooking with the taste and freshness of the mountain
In the middle of the south facing slopes of Champagny en Vanoise, Maxence, stands
Accessible by ski, the Belliou la Fumee restaurant is unmissable in exceptional
cooked food or a more traditional one indoors or on the terrace. The house tarts are
After a day of off-piste skiing, a break at Ancolie, a well known address where
a blissful mix of wood, tiles and stone, calm and bathed in sunshine, with an extensive
surroundings. Located in an old bear hunting lodge, belonging to King Emmanuel II
served with a bowl of hand whipped Chantilly cream, not to be missed!
refinement and simplicity mix easily, is a must. The owners, Jeannette and Manu
a la carte menu of slow cooked dishes and excellent wines enhanced by the altitude.
of Savoy, the restaurant offers traditional gastronomic cooking of yesteryear and
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 06 90 85 - restaurant-la-ferme.com
Poisson, will welcome you to this old Savoyard house. Carefully decorated with an
The terrace offers a panoramic view over the Vanoise glaciers. For those of you
some classics (vegetable puree, pan fried foie gras, St Jacques on a bed of coral
who get chilly, it is possible to choose the indoor option with furry slippers, fireplace,
lentils, house desserts...). Even its name makes reference to the famous eponymous
chandeliers and champagne. Tel. +33 (0)6 21 54 39 24
novel ‘Jack London’! The large stepped terrace welcomes skiers and non-skiers for
a timeless meal where one can take one’s time – you can even relax in the Jacuzzi
between the two slopes!
Le Bulle Cafe,
for the 360 degree view,
pizzas and their famous oysters!
Belliou la Fumée, Arc 2000
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 29 13
Le Chalet de l’Arcelle,
gastronomy in a plush and cosy atmosphere
This old sheepfold restored by local craftsmen, is to be found at the foot of the
blueberries, chicken liver terrine with nuts and Genepi liqueur) . One piece of advice,
take the advice of the mistress of the house and you will sample cooking with the
taste and freshness of the mountain. Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 93 20 (bookings only)
Arc 1600 slopes and is full of oldy worldy charm. Dimmed lamps, an assortment
of antique furniture, an old fireplace with stones where beef ribs are being grilled:
all these are brought together to give a warm happy feeling. Everything offered
at Arcelle is as a result of an altogether special selection. Don’t miss the Bio Beef
Situated right in the middle of the Arc 2000 slopes, the Bulle Cafe is recognised by
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intimate atmosphere where one can sample the house terrines (rabbit terrine with
casserole, Italian truffles, house foie gras and ceps.
Chalet restaurant high altitude
Aux enfants terribles
New concept and new atmosphere at 2150 m high, in a very ‘cocooning’ space and a
its unusual igloo shaped architecture. Huge pizzas for skiers in hurry or a basket of
La Ferme Villaroger
oysters accompanied by some good wines to savour on the sun beds, the Bulle Café
La Ferme is a welcoming, authentic, family restaurant where you can eat with your
is a must! Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 96 50 - bullecafe.eresto.net
skis on. In 1982, the owners started by offering omelettes on the go and today create
Always the same standard, innovative, quality cuisine for everyone. Accessible for
generous meals to share between friends. Mulled wine and specialities are served on
non-skiers by the Vallandry chair lift. Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 90 25
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panoramic terrace with views over Tarentaise and Mont Blanc, they have thought of
everything! From a la carte for the finest gourmet, to take away for those in a hurry.
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PARADISKI Resorts
Paradiski offers an incomparable range of styles. With its three resorts, counting up
Les Arcs
Peisey-Vallandry
La Plagne
to 20 villages, accommodation and holiday options are exceptional. Depending on
Internationally renowned, innovative and ambitious, Les Arcs is above all the mountain
Peisey-Vallandry, a resort village at altitude, dotted by hamlets and mountain chalets,
A resort, ten eclectic destinations with a history of more than 50 years of winter
your taste, you could stay in a hotel or residence with pool, spa and fitness centre,
lovers’ favourite. Consisting of 4 mountain resorts uniquely reserved for pedestrians
is the ideal starting point to discover the heart of Paradiski. Equidistant from Les Arcs
sports history. Six mountain resorts and four villages.
a family run gite in a small Savoyard village, share a flat with friends in a large resort
and an interconnected village, Les Arcs meets the needs of everyone and never
and la Plagne, Peisey-Vallandry is both charming and surprising due to the quality of
Current world leader in its market, the family resort with the red hat acquired its
or a chalet in the middle of the forest.
ceases to rise to the challenge, be it sport or tourist.
its snow, its wide open protected spaces and majestic views.
world fame thanks to its fun and sporting slopes.
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Authentic, family orientated, protected. Dream holidays guaranteed!
Exclusive! The Olympic bobsleigh track and the ice tower, unique to France,
Press contact Les Arcs: Charlène Thomasset
peisey-vallandry.com
are now open.
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 90 86
Press contact Peisey-Vallandry: Marie Rivaud
la-plagne.com
[email protected]
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 88 92
Press contact la Plagne: Séverine Gonthier & Anaïs Alaurent
[email protected]
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 99 39 / 38
[email protected]
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SKI PASS tariffs - 6 DAYS
+ WEEKEND + FAMILY
WEEKLY RATES
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6-DAY PARADISKI UNLIMITED:
Adult: €277
Child/OAP: €208
6-DAY PARADISKI DISCOVERY:
Adult: €257
Child/OAP: €193
FOR THE WEEKEND!
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2-DAY PARADISKI:
Adult: €106.50
Child/OAP: €80
3-DAY PARADISKI:
Adult: €159.50
Child/OAP: €120
4-DAY PARADISKI:
Adult: €212.50
Child/OAP: €159.50
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FAMILY SPECIALS
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6-DAY PARADISKI FAMILY PACK:
€206 per person*
6-DAY PARADISKI DISCOVERY FAMILY PACK:
€196 per person*
*offers subject to conditions
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How to get there
Accommodation at PARADISKI
n By car:
n By plane:
n Central booking office for Peisey-Vallandry
Paradiski is at the heart of the French Alps in the Tarentaise
From the following airports: Lyon Saint-Exupery, Chambery-
Tél. +33 (0)4 79 07 89 86
region, 660km from Paris, 200km from Lyon, Geneva
Savoie, Grenoble-Isere and Geneva
Email. [email protected]
(Switzerland) or Turin (Italy) , 400km from Marseille, 760km
International (Switzerland) : by car, by taxi and Rhone Express
www.resa-peisey-vallandry.com
from Munich (Germany).
(Lyon only)
n By train:
n Information and Fares
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 09 79 79
TGV direct from Paris, Lille, Nantes
• Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport:
Email. [email protected]
Eurostar direct from London, and Thalys from Brussels
+33 (0)826 800 826
www.la-plagne.com
and Amsterdam
• Chambéry - Savoie Airport:
For Les Arcs, direct link in 7 minutes by funicular from
+33 (0)4 79 54 49 54
n Central booking office for Les Arcs
Bourg-Saint-Maurice SNCF station to Arc 1600
• Grenoble - Isère Airport:
Tel. +33 (0)4 79 07 68 00
and free shuttle service between sites
+33 (0)4 76 65 48 48
Email. [email protected]
Links between resorts by taxi or car
• Genève International Airport- Switzerland:
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Information/Reservations SNCF: 08 36 35 35 35
+41 (0)22 798 20 00
Thalys: www.thalys.com
alpski-bus.com
n Central booking office for la Plagne
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Key facts and figures
largest linked skiable domain in the world
Eurostar: www.eurostar.com
contact / press service
• 425km of pistes over 14390 hectares
• 1360 ski instructors
• 232 pistes for all levels
• 40% are foreign skiers
• 263 hectares of man made snow, 818 snow machines
• 4.7 million ski days per winter
press contacts
French and international
UK Press Office
• 2 equipped glaciers at more than 3000m high
• 975 employees working in the skiable domain for the reception, comfort
Press Office Paradiski
Lane - Kington Langley, Wiltshire, SN15 5PH - UK
• 70% of the skiable domain is over 2000m
and safety of the skiers
Alexandre Bérard / Alternative Média
Tel. +44 (0)1249 750819 - Mobile: +44 (0)7818 063163
4, bd Gambetta / 38000 Grenoble / France
[email protected] - springpr.com
• 3 resorts: Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry and la Plagne
• The largest and most modern of cable cars in the world with two cabins
Tel. +33 (0)4 76 12 01 33 / Fax: +33 (0)4 76 26 58 52
• 20 destinations: Vallandry, Plan Peisey, Peisey-Nancroix, Landry, Bourg-Saint-
of two storeys at a cost of €15 million. Over 10 years, the Vanoise Express
Mobile: +33 (0)608 613 697
Belgium Press Office
Maurice, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, Arc 2000, Villaroger, Plagne 1800, Plagne
has transported more than 5 million skiers
[email protected]
Dimitri Papageorges
Centre, Plagne Aime 2000, Plagne Villages, Plagne Soleil, Plagne Bellecôte, Belle
• €210 invested over 10 years for the improvement and modernisation
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MindShake PR - Bruxelles
Plagne, Montchavin-Les Coches, Plagne Montalbert, Champagny en Vanoise
of the skiable domain
Press packs, press communications and high definition images
Tel. +32 2 478 18 44
are downloadable at paradiskipress.com
Email. [email protected]
Stephanie Briggs - Spring PR Ltd - Barnby House, Parkers
• 96211 beds
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Aiguille Grive (Atelier COS) - Caméléon Incentive - Pat Dion - Jérome Maupoint - Jean-Charles de Castelbajac - Rossignol by Jean Charles de Castelbajac collection hiver 13/14
Kern-lagence.com crédits photo (Didier Givois, hxdyl, g&g) - Paradiski-SELALP - OT Peisey-Vallandry - Office de Promotion de la Grande Plagne - OT Bourg-St-Maurice / Les Arcs – X - DR.
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