Apartment Lucienne is ideally located right in the heart of Val d’Isere, easily accessible by car, train or plane. The nearest airports are Geneva and Lyon, which are around a three-hour drive away from the property. From the airports, there are regular transfers and shuttle services available to take you directly to Val d’Isere, or you can make arrangements for a private transfer or rent a vehicle to complete the journey. Alternatively, from the airport, you can take a train to nearby Bourg-Saint-Maurice, a charming commune located at the foot of the mountain, which is only 30 minutes away from Val d’Isere.
Once in the resort, you’ll find the apartment located just a few steps away from the ski slopes and town. This prime location means that guests can easily access the ski lifts and enjoy the excellent skiing and snowboarding that Val d’Isere has to offer across its 300km of pistes.
In addition to skiing, Val d’Isere is also known for its excellent après-ski scene, with many bars, restaurants, and nightclubs to choose from. The resort has a vibrant and lively atmosphere throughout the winter series, and there is always something to do for all ages and tastes.
The resort’s centre is just a short walk from the apartment and has a fantastic selection of shops, cafes, and restaurants to explore.
The Region
Val d’Isere is the oldest of the French ski resorts and a gleaming icon at the end of the valley where the residential town lies. Surrounded by what is arguably some of the most beautiful mountain landscape in the world, the chalet village is centred around a charming baroque church. It’s a lovely place for wandering, taking in the cosy atmosphere and spending quality time with your favourite people.
Val d’Isere is composed of three skiing sections. These are La Daille, Val d’Isere centre and Le Fornet, all of which are linked by a free shuttle service. Alongside Tignes, the resort is part of a wider ski area known as
Espace Killy, and a lift pass will get you access to its entirety. Ski season in both resorts stretches as long as May.
Thanks to its high altitude, Val d’Isere is probably your most snow sure option for skiing in the French Alps. The village rests at 1850 metres and its peak on top of the La Grande Motte glacier is 3456 metres high. Sixty per cent of the resort’s pistes are set above 2200 metres, meaning that the skiing is consistently good but on rare occasions, bad weather can cause the slopes to close. It’s also important to keep in mind that Val d’Isere isn’t the best choice if you’re just finding your feet on the snow, and beginners may well find themselves challenged. On the flipside, Val d’Isere is one of the top choices for experienced skiers and snowboarders, with plenty of challenging black runs (such as the iconic Face the Bellevarde, where the 1992 Olympic men’s downhill was run).
Along with some of the most exciting and picturesque skiing in France, down in the village you’ll find some amazing bars and restaurants. What better way to celebrate conquering that tricky black run than by indulging in some equally entertaining après-ski? On the mountain itself, you can start your evening with DJ’s and live music at La Folie Douce until the lifts close and then work your way into town.
