Surrounded by picturesque alpine scenery, Chalet Rosalie is located in a prestigious area of Val d'Isere with easy access to the slopes.
To get to Chalet Rosalie, you can take a flight to nearby airports, including Lyon and Geneva, both of which are around two-and-a-half hours away by car. From the airport, private or shared transfers can be arranged to take you directly to Val d'Isere or you can rent a vehicle for convenience. Once at Chalet Rosalie, you’ll be able to take advantage of the chalet’s private parking.
Alternatively, you can take a train to Bourg St Maurice, the nearest train station to Val d'Isere, and then take a taxi or bus to the resort. Bourg St Maurice is well-connected to other major cities in France, including Paris, Lyon, and Marseille if you feel like getting away from the resort for a day or two during your stay.
Once in Val d'Isere, the chalet has fantastic access to local amenities and hotspots. You’ll be located just a short walk from the slopes, and a complimentary shuttle service operates in the mornings and afternoons to and from the town centre. In town, you can discover delicious cuisine at one of Val d'Isère’s many bars and restaurants or discover the many attractions and nightclubs.
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.
