Located in the Beaufort valley, NOTRE DAME DE BELLECOMBE is a charming Savoyard village resort which nestles snuggly between the imposeing Mont-Blanc and Aravis mountains.
CHILDREN A creche and nursery in the resort offers childcare to small children aged 2 years and over, and the ESF French Ski School offer the perfect introduction to skiing to children aged 3 and half years and over.
OTHER ACTIVITIES As part of the Espace Diamant ski area, Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe offers skiers access to 175km of ski runs spread over the five linked resorts of Les Saisies, Notre Dame de Bellecombe, Crest-Voland Cohennoz, Flumet and Praz sur Arly. Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe itself offers 60km of runs served by 12 ski lifts.
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 120 Km Cross-country enthusiasts can enjoy 80km of off-piste trails located in nearby Les Saisies (10km away), and weekly access to these trails is payable. Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe itself offers one 8km cross-country ski trail, access to which is free of charge.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe can be easily reached from Albertville train station (25km), with local bus or taxi services taking visitors to the village itself. Lagrange can arrange rail travel and accommodation packages for anyone looking for a relaxed journey to the Alps this winter, and our reservations team are on hand with details and prices, so call 020 7371 6111 for more information. Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe is a well-equipped resort, and offers all necessary facilities required facilities including pharmacies, a cinema and a range of resaturants and bars.
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Otherwise known as "The Roof of Europe", Savoie is an area rich in natural treasures and historical points of interest.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional.
From tiny paths to steep trails, discover the Alpine peaks, the Alpine gastronomy, small villages with colourful stories and most importantly, breathe in the fresh and revitalising mountain air.
For visitors who want to experienceSavoie beyond the ski slopes, there is a wide range of other exciting winter activities to choose from, such as dog-sledding and snowshoeing.
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