Apartment Beau

Apartment Beau is located in Val d’Isere, a popular ski resort town in the heart of the French Alps. Nestled among the snow-capped peaks of the Vanoise National Park, this sleepy town transforms into a winter wonderland that attracts skiers and snowboarders from all over the world each year.

Getting to Val d’Isere and Apartment Beau is relatively easy, with several transport options available. The closest airports to the resort are Lyon and Geneva, both of which are just under three hours away by rental car or private transfer.

The resort itself is one of the most popular ski resorts in the world, offering hundreds of kilometres of pristine ski runs that cater to skiers and snowboarders of all levels. From the apartment, you’ll be able to access the ski lifts with just a short walk, making it easy to hit the slopes bright and early.

In addition to skiing, Val d’Isere offers plenty of additional winter activities, including snowshoeing, ice skating, and sledging. Or, if you feel like taking a break from the slopes to explore the charming town, you’ll find a thriving environment full of world-class restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops.

Throughout the day, Val d’Isere is known for its lively après-ski scene, with plenty of bars and clubs that stay open late into the night. So, whether you’re looking for a relaxing evening in front of the fireplace or a night out on the town, Val d’Isere has something for everyone.

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).

And to go 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.