French Alps, France 🇫🇷
One of the most beautiful villages in France, Bonneval-sur-Arc sits at the very top of the Maurienne at 1800 m, all dark stone and slate. Tiny but high and snowy, it is for lovers of authenticity and wild scenery.
Generally yes. From 1800 m at the base to 2860 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 84/100).
This is more of a valley base than a slopeside village, so expect a lift, train or shuttle to the snow each morning. Staying central, near the main lift, saves the most time.
It is a compact area, 25 km of piste on 10 lifts, best for a short break or a focused trip rather than a full week. The terrain is balanced (4 green, 8 blue, 10 red, 4 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.
The season usually runs Dec 14 to May 1 (about 20 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. The altitude also holds spring snow, so late-season skiing stays good well into spring.
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Very good · 562 reviews
Moments from the lifts in Bonneval-sur-Arc, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.
Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.5/5 from 562 reviews). It sits about 100 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Bonneval-sur-Arc, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
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