A ski resort with a Nordic flavor to it, it overlooks Beaufortain and Val d’Arly. It was used for the biathlon and cross country skiing competitions during the 1992 Winter Olympics.
The area has 80 km of cross country skiing trails, and 41 km of pistes all along the downhill areas.
All total, it has 196 pistes, and you can ski or snowboard right up to the resort, as it is above 1,500 meters in altitude. To travel to the area, you can take a car or taxi, and six airports are in the vicinity; the Chambery Airport being the closest.
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Le Calgary This hotel is located in the heart of the Beaufortain Valley, at the foot of the Saisies Diamond ski slopes. It offers a heated swimming pool, hammam and spa facilities. Each guest room at Le Calgary has free Wi-Fi, a balcony with views over Beaufortain and satellite TV. 3 rooms are suitable for people with reduced mobility. La Calgary’s restaurant serves regional cuisine accompanied by a fine selection of French wine. Guests can relax on the large terrace overlooking the mountains or enjoy a game of pool in the games room. |
