Activities - Skiing and Snowboarding
Have a look at our skiing and snowboarding holiday offers
There are six ski resorts in Champsaur, and what's really special about this valley is the preservation of the five small ski villages on the way up to the main ski resort of Orciers 1850, a large high altitude resort with lots to say!There are four small, traditional french ski villages; Chaillol, Ancelle, Laye and St Leger les Melezes. which are all very friendly, quiet and peaceful with a strong emphasis on family friendly skiing.
And for serious skiers with a passion for powder there is one tiny but tough little ski village called Serre Eyraud with a selection of off piste descents to die for!
Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the location map of all the resorts.
The season stretches from December until April. The best time to come if you want to avoid the French school holidays are the months of January and March, but even in peak season you will be surprised at how quiet it is compared to some of the better known resorts.
Most of the ski villages and the main resort of Orcieres have child care facilities for little ones from 3 months - 6 years old, and a special ski kindergarten for 3 - 6 year olds.
Half or full day lessons with an English speaking instructor are also available for all ages, either as part of a group or as an individual at all the villages and Orcieres.
Have a look at the piste maps
Orciers Piste Map
Serre Eyraud
Chaillol Piste Map
Ancelle piste map
St Leger les Melezes piste map
Laye piste map
Ski Passes
One pass covers all the village stations with the exception of Serre Eyraud which has its own ski pass (not expensive) and they are all a short drive from each other so you can spend a few days exploring each one soaking up their traditional french charm. And you won't be spending hours queueing at the lifts either!Orcieres has a separate pass, which is more expensive than the ski villages but still a very good price for the factilities on offer - and still cheaper than most other large ski resorts!
Skiing or Snowboarding Holiday
We can organise you a skiing or snowboardnng holiday in any or all of the resorts, with or without instruction. And if you want a break from skiing on any of the days we can plan in a trip out on snowshoes, a husky dog sledge ride or a day cross country skiing or you can try other snow sports like ice diving, snow mountain biking, speed riding.....Have a look at our Holiday Offers page for some examples of winter holidays.
And you can benefit from discount ski and snowboard hire by booking online with our partner shops - anywhere in France.
For more information or if you would like to chat through your ideal holiday, please contact us.
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