By Car To get driving directions to the resort go to either the AA Website or the Michelin Route Planner website www.viamichelin.com or www.theaa.com
Looking for an airport transfer at a good rate? www.skitransfers.com offer an excellent service. English-speaking drivers greet you at the airport and then drive you to the resort. Their vehicles range in size up to a 19 seater minibus. Child seats also available.
About The Resort..
Pralognan La Vanoise Ski
Pralognan La Vanoise is one of the oldest resorts in the Tarentais Valley and is situated in the French Alps. It is in the Vanoise National Park. The nearest town to Pralognan is either Courchevel or La Plagne.
Other Activities
Pralognan La Vanoise
Winter Activities Sports centre, heated pool Olympic sized ice rink Pool tables Bowling Hiking, including 7 marked trails that go to the village La Corniche and the Fraiche Waterfall
Accommodation
Pralognan La Vanoise Accommodation & Hotels
A few British tour operators go to Pralognan La Vanoise. these include Erna Low, Lagrange, Ski France, Ski Independence and SkiHolidayextras.
About The Mountain
Pralognan La Vanoise Ski
Beginners You will enjoy the area around the village For parents there is childcare available for all, or part of the day giving you a chance to head off into the powder
Advanced Enjoy the powder slopes of Les Glieres and Les Pariettes.
Intermediates Some good skiing can be found through the trees including some great bumps along the way.
Snowboarders There's sadly no snowpark but if you fance a bit of freeriding head out, we are sure you will discover some natural jumps, bumps and rails within the wooded area.
Weather
Pralognan La Vanoise Snow
What is the weather like in the ski resort of Pralognan La Vanoise?
Also, if you buy a 6 day lift pass (or greater) you are entitled to a days skiing in either the Espace Killy, the Paradiski, Pralongan La Vanoise or Les Saises. Champagny is also close by.
Ski & Snowboard Hire Shop
Pralognan La Vanoise Ski and Snowboard Hire Shops
Discounted ski hire in Pralognan Book your ski hire here online and take advantage of discounted ski and snowboard rental at Latitude SkiShop with Snowbrainer. Collect your Pralognan ski hire in the resort at a time that suits you.
Ski Books, Snowboard Books and Ski Holiday Information Books
Looking for some information before you go on holiday or looking for a book to read when you are there. Here's some books we recommend. They're worth a read before you head off on your winter holiday or they can make great presents for skiers and snowboarders.
Top 5 Things To Take
Easy to use Piste Maps & Ski Trails Looking for high detailed piste maps for your GPS? Snowranger sells affordable quality digital maps that are great for any ski or snowboard trip. For those of you who’ve ever wondered which run gets you back to France from the Swiss side of Portes du Soleil or you’re racing the clock to get back from a Courchevel lunch to Val Thorens before the lifts shut this is invaluable kit. No more wrestling wet paper maps with frozen fingers! There are over 500 ski resorts piste maps in Europe and North America available. Go to Snow-Forecast Snowranger Film your Mates Jumps, Tricks & Shameful Ski / Snowboard Moments. We love the JAMCAM – it’s a head camera that allows you to capture your days skiing or snowboarding on the mountain. You can rent or buy the kit so for more details head to www.jam-cam.tv If you take the JAMCAM rental service in resort they include a host to record your day. The alternative is to rent before you leave, taking the equipment to the ski resort of your choice and posting back on your return. Gift vouchers are available via the website offering an unusual Christmas or Birthday present for your ski & snowboard mad friends.
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