🇫🇷 France · Northern Alps, Tarentaise, Savoie
Paradiski
Paradiski (Les Arcs – Peisey-Vallandry – La Plagne)
- 425 km of piste
- 3250 m top altitude
- Skiable glacier
- Altitudes
- 1200m - 3250m
- Km of piste
- 425 km
- Lifts
- 135
- Lift pass / day
- 70€ (Paradiski)
- Airport
- Geneva (~2.5h)
France · Savoie · 1,200m - 3,250m · 425 km of pistes · ~135 lifts
Summary
Paradiski is the second major domain in the Tarentaise, connecting Les Arcs/Peisey-Vallandry with La Plagne via the Vanoise Express, a two-storey cable car that crosses the Ponturin valley. With 425 km of pistes between 1,200m and 3,250m (Aiguille Rouge and Bellecôte glacier), it offers an ideal balance between advanced terrain (Les Arcs) and family skiing (La Plagne).
The domain stands out for its excellent rail access: direct train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice with a funicular to Arc 1600.
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Domain | Paradiski (Les Arcs + La Plagne) |
| Km of pistes | 425 km |
| Altitudes | ~1,200m - 3,250m (Aiguille Rouge/Bellecôte) |
| Vertical drop | ~2,050m |
| Lifts | ~130-140 |
| Glaciers | Bellecôte, Aiguille Rouge |
| Snowparks | Yes (multiple in both areas) |
| Season | December — late April |
| Day lift pass | ~70-85€ (full Paradiski) |
The resorts
| Resort | Altitude | Character | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Les Arcs (1600/1800/1950/2000) | 1,600-2,000m | Advanced, freeride | [[les-arcs]] |
| Peisey-Vallandry | 1,600m | Family, Vanoise Express connection | — |
| La Plagne (centre/1800/2100/Bellecôte/Aime) | 1,250-2,100m | Family, varied | [[la-plagne]] |
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 1,250m | Authentic village, affordable | — |
| Champagny | 1,250m | Quiet, glacier access | — |
Why ski here
1. 425 km and the Vanoise Express The two-storey cable car crossing the valley is an experience in itself. It connects two massive domains on a single lift pass.
2. Aiguille Rouge: 2,000m descent From the summit of l’Aiguille Rouge (3,226m) down to Villaroger (1,200m), a 7 km descent with 2,000m of vertical. One of the longest descents in the Alps.
3. Direct train access Eurostar/TGV to Bourg-Saint-Maurice + funicular to Arc 1600. One of the easiest approaches in the French Alps.
4. Advanced-to-family balance Les Arcs for advanced skiers and freeriders. La Plagne for families and beginners. Something for everyone.
Getting there
| Route | Approx. time |
|---|---|
| Geneva (GVA) | ~2.5h |
| Lyon (LYS) | ~2.5h |
| Chambéry (CMF) | ~2h |
| Train: Bourg-Saint-Maurice | Direct funicular to Arc 1600 |
| Train: Aime-La Plagne | + bus to La Plagne |
Scibasku tip
Paradiski is Scibasku’s recommendation as a alternative to Les 3 Vallées for families and skiers seeking a major domain with better value. Slightly cheaper lift pass, more affordable accommodation (Montchavin, Montalbert), same level of infrastructure. L’Aiguille Rouge is essential. Minimum 5-7 nights.
Related profiles
- [[les-arcs]] — Advanced/freeride sector
- [[la-plagne]] — Family sector
- [[les-3-vallees]] — Neighbouring domain (600 km)
- [[tignes-val-disere]] — Third major Tarentaise domain
Nearby
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