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From purpose built resorts to charming old towns the French Alps has it all. The vast high altitude ski areas are amongst the best in Europe and the majestic mountains are simply stunning.
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It is no wonder that France is the most popular destination for British skiers. The variety of skiing is unrivalled and many resorts offer seemingly limitless mileage. The skiing is as varied as the resorts themselves, offering everything from wonderfully easy beginner slopes to some of the most technically challenging skiing in the Alps and the high altitude of many resorts ensures reliable snow coverage throughout the season. Furthermore, high quality hotels, good mountain restaurants and magnificent mountain scenery combine to provide the perfect ingredients for a winter holiday.
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The French Alps is a region of contrasts. The spectacularly high mountains offer awe-inspiring vistas that stretch endlessly to the horizon whilst pretty alpine chalets nestle in the valleys below. Purpose built resorts such as Val Thorens, provide unsurpassed ski-in ski-out convenience whilst more traditional yet sophisticated destinations such as Megève offer a host of other winter activities to enjoy. The extensive lift systems cover the largest ski areas in the world and are continually being improved and upgraded and piste maintenance is also beginning to rival that of North America in many resorts. There are also plenty of terrain parks for boarders and skiers, great off-piste opportunities and more recently some excellent British run ski schools to ensure that you really make the most of these great areas. France also offers some of the most sumptuous and luxurious hotels to be found in the Alps with superb wine cellars, Michelin starred restaurants and wonderful spas with luxurious beauty treatments. Mountain restaurants cater for all tastes and wallets. Whether you simply wish to have a light snack or long leisurely waiter served lunch with great mountain views, Savoyarde specialities or haute cuisine, the choice is yours.
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