France :: about

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A wintersports region can hardly be more varying. This one reaches from the marginal mountain ranges of the French Pre-Alps to the Écrins Massif, the majestic high mountain scenery of the Dauphiné.

France :: about

Food and drink

The French cuisine was formed from the old traditions of farmhouse cookery and the „Grande Cuisine“ of the French noble court. Up to today good food is very important to the French and represents a major part of the national identity. Next to the big supermarkets the small and specialised shops and markets play a role especially for the acquisition of fresh goods. A three course menu, consisting of a starter a main course and a desert, is a typical feature of the French cuisine, with which they usually enjoy a glass of red wine and some water. The key to the quality of the French Cuisine is the selection of superb basic materials.

Isère :: Alpe d'Huez

Skiing

The pistes in the skiing area of Alpe d’Huez are mainly on the south side of the mountain guaranteeing lots of sunshine. However, due to its high altitude the skiing region is very snow sure. Additionally over 700 snow making devices assure good piste conditions. The 220 kilometres of piste and the 82 lifts between the altitudes of 1120 m and 330 m are suitable for beginners as well as for experienced skiers that are looking for a challenge in the ski holidays. There is a large offer of red and black pistes around the Pic Blanc (3330 m), the Sarenne-Glacier (3060 m) and the Clocher de Macle (2800 m). The most demanding piste is the legendary Piste du Tunnel: over the Sarenne-Glacier you reach the tunnel which leads to the front of the Pic Blanc. The Sarenne, with its 16 km, is one of the longest pistes of Europe! Beginners will find great nursery slopes at the outskirts of the resort near Oz and Vaujany. Snowboarders will love it here! The fun park at the Sarenne-Glacier is only recommendable for real cracks, the fun parks at the Lac Blanc and near Auris en Oisens are not quite as demanding. With the lift pass included in the holiday price you can also access Les 2 Alpes for two days.

Canillo :: Hotel Bonavida

Description

The 3-Star-Hotel Bonavida is located in the old village centre of Canillo, just 50 m from the gondola. The hotel furnishing includes: a restaurant, a bar, lounges, a sauna, fitness possibilities and wellness offers, as well as parking (partly with surcharge) Furnishing/Board: The cosy rooms have bath, wc, telephone and TV. Half board is included in the holiday price.

Alpe d'Huez :: Tips

Finances

banks: • Banque Populaire des Alpes Centre Commercial des Bergers 38750 Alpe d’huez Tel.: +33 (0) 476 111 180 • Banque Rhône-Alpes Pl. Jean Moulin 38750 Alpe d’Huez Tel.: +33 (0) 476 114 210

Isère :: Alpe d'Huez

Description

The former mountain village that is now the most famous arrival point of the Tour de France is located in the picturesque scenery of the Pic Blanc (3330 m) and l’Entendard (3470 m). But not only is the landscape amazing, the skiing area offers many attractive features too: very snow sure, vast off-piste opportunities, great snow parks, extremely challenging pistes and easy nursery slopes. 82 technically modern lifts make sure that your transport you up to 3330 m is fast and comfortable! The Tour de France village and its neighbouring districts are located in a sunny spot above the Romanche-valley. Alpe d’Huez was also one of the sites of the Olympic winter games in Grenoble (1968). There is a great variety of leisure activities in Alpe d’Huez. The Palais of Sports covers nearly every indoor sport, e.g. squash, climbing, in-door golf, ice skating, you can give your fancy full scope! Culturally interested holiday makers can visit the theatre or the cinema. And if you’re into après ski you’ll enjoy the lively nights in Alpe d’Huez. The nearby Vaujany also provides a fantastic base to explore the great skiing area.

Isère :: Les 2 Alpes

Cross country

Les Deux Alpes provides 21 km of cross-country skiing run. Amongst these you can find a skating track and a trail suitable for dogs. The runs in the high valley are of lower difficulty and therefore ideal for enjoying the incredible winter scenery and the marvellous view of the Écrins-Massif! The high run near the „Dôme de la Lauze“ glaicer is assured of snow. If you should desire more variations just switch to the trails in the region.

Alpe d'Huez :: Tips

Night life

• 5 Discos (L’Igloo, le Sporting, les Caves de l’Alpe) • 43 bars & pubs • cca. 50 restaurants & Crêperies • 2 cinemas

Les 2 Alpes :: Tips

Free time

3 saunas, mostly all with massage, sunbeds, whirlpool and Turkish bath ice rink in the centre of Les 2 Alpes 2 squash fields public indoor swimming pool next to the ice rink (entrance included in the ski pass) In Les 2 Alpes you will also find a rock climbing wall, bowling alleys, snowmobile hire, helicopter flights, ice climbing and paragliding. ice cave on the glacier night skiing

Alpe d'Huez :: Tips

Medical information

• Clinic: Ambulances des Ecrins, Tel.: +33 (0) 476 802 800 • Dentist: Cabinet Dentaire, in Le Bourg d’Oisans, Tel.: +33 (0) 476 800 075 • Physician: Dr Burghgraeve, Tel.: +33 (0) 476 803 584