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Ski resorts in Pralognan

The resort of Pralognan is perfectly situated near the Vanoise Glaciers in the Tarentaise Valley. Having preserved a charming mountain atmosphere, Pralognan is set within an exceptional beauty spot and boasts an array of interesting wildlife. The village has given birth to a number of members of the Equipe de France, including a world ski champion at Austria and Silver Olympic Medal winner at the 2002 Winter Games.

The village has 680 inhabitants with the bulk of the 7,500 beds accommodating skiers in luxury chalets and traditional cabins. The typically Savoyard village offers some stunning views over the Vanoise Glaciers with some great après-ski and non-ski alternatives. Its enviable position within the beautiful Vanoise National Park ensures its natural charm is well preserved.

The village offers an exceptional opportunity to study under some of the world’s best skiers. There are year round courses for the beginner and expert alike. Children will not be disappointed at this resort, which boasts a commendable safety record and assortment of activities.

The village has a fantastic selection of slopes for all levels with four blue, eight green, six red and four black runs. The ski area sits between 1,400 and 2,350m and delivers high quality snow conditions.

There are 14 lifts servicing the resort, which offers a vertical descent of 990m. Thirty-two kilometres of cross-country trails between 1,410 and 1,800m, plus night skiing, make the resort an interesting choice. There are forest trails for the more adventurous, plus some exceptional powder and narrower slopes for snowboarders and the more experienced.

Ski in winter between December and April or summer between June and September, with a range of different ski passes on offer. There are a number of options for travel to the resort, the easiest being the Eurostar train direct from London and Paris, available during the seasons. Alternatively, fly to Geneva (150kms) or Lyon (180kms) international airports and transfer from there via regular coach transfer service

Skiing in Pralognan

Pralognan sits among some of the most stunning views in the Tarentaise Valley, with some impressive, varied slopes and quality snowfall. The charming ski village, one of the oldest in the valley and home to Olympic medal winners, is part of the Vanoise National Park and provides a perfect setting for a quality ski experience.

This charming, authentic village allows for a varied skiing, ranging from a large cross-country area to some quality powder and forest trails. The typical Alpine atmosphere makes a great option for those looking for a quieter alternative with access to some of the largest ski areas. Dog-mushing, ice-skating, swimming and curling are interesting non-ski alternatives at the resort.

Pralognan has a fascinating history, with beginners and experts benefiting from quality tutorship at the resort. The runs on offer include: four blue, eight green, six red and four black. The area itself sits between 1,400 and 2,350m and ensures some high quality snow conditions.

There are 14 lifts servicing the resort, and a total vertical descent of 990m. Torch-lit trails light up the night skiing, while 32kms of cross-country skiing between 1,410 and 1,800m afford some great wildlife viewing opportunities. There are forest trails for the more adventurous, plus exceptional powder and narrower slopes for snowboarders and the more experienced. A range of ski passes is available in winter between December and April, or summer between June and September.

Pralognan can be reached via a number of transport options, the easiest being the Eurostar direct from London Waterloo to Moûtiers-Salins train station (26kms from the resort), which also accommodates trains from Paris.

Alternatively, fly to Geneva (150kms) or Lyon (180kms) international airports and transfer from there via Airoski bus line from Geneva and Satobus from Lyon. Travel by car is along the main autoroute from Paris and on to the A43 motorway to Albertville. From there, take the dual carriageway to Moûtiers, 26kms from Pralognan.

Apres-ski in Pralognan

The resort of Pralognan has some interesting alternatives to skiing, including dog-sledding and dog-mushing. There are guided ski courses as well as excursions available, plus an array of pastimes including curling, bowling, swimming and ice-skating. There are 15 bars and 20 restaurants in the village, plus a cinema for some light entertainment. Children can take advantage of some of the best tutorship in the area.

Pralognan has a number of facilities around the village to accommodate and entertain visitors, including 20 bars and 15 restaurants. There is also a cinema, plus a climbing wall, ice-skating rink, curling rink, swimming pool and bowling alley. Dog-sledding and dog-mushing are also available.

Pralognan is located in the Tarentaise Valley, making daytrips to Les Trois Vallées, Val DIsére/Tignes, La Plagne and Les Arcs easy with the ‘Olympic 6’ day pass available from the resort. A special bus service runs daily to Champagny-La Plagne.

Transportation to Pralognan

The resort of Pralognan can be accessed by various modes of transport and is close to a number of international airports and main autoroutes. The easiest choice for arrival to the resorts is via the Eurostar direct from London Waterloo or Ashford Kent to the nearest station just 26kms from the resort. However, air travel to either Geneva or Lyon international airports is also possible with bus transfers available to the resort.

By car, take the main A6 autoroute from Paris down to the Albertville exit and along the A43 motorway. Then take the dual carriageway to Moûtiers before travelling 26kms to the resort of Pralognan. The journey will take around 11 hours from London.

Travel by train is relatively easy, with a direct Eurostar service from London Waterloo or Ashford in Kent connecting with the train station at Moûtiers-Salins, 26kms from Prolagnan. A transfer from the station is available with Transavoie buses. TGV and Thalys high-speed trains also service the station from Paris and other parts of Europe.

Flying to the area means landing at Geneva (150kms) or Lyon (180kms) international airports, and transferring from there via Airoski bus line (tel: +41227982000) from Geneva or Satobus (tel: +33437255255) from Lyon.

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