France is famous for many things, such as Paris and all that comes with that most cosmopolitan of cities. It is also famous for the stunning Cote d’Azur with the sandy beaches and warm Mediterranean climate. France is also a great destination for those who love to ski, with a great number of stylish resorts to choose from to enjoy the perfect winter holiday.

Courchevel – Courchevel is widely regarded as one of the top skiing resorts in France – if not the best. The resort is made up of four villages set on a range of levels with Courchevel being set the highest. Access to each of the villages is made up by a series of linking ski buses and ski lifts. Courchevel remains popular because it offers so much, there are great beginners slopes and more challenging slopes for the serious skier. Other winter sports offered here include snowboarding, tobogganing and ice-skating. Throw into the mix some great bars and eateries to enjoy a spot of apres ski and you have the perfect winter holiday experience.

Chamonix – Chamonix is one of the first resorts people think of when they think of skiing in France. This internationally renowned ski town is set below Mont Blanc – the highest mountain in Europe – and is just a short drive away from Geneva. This is a good resort for experienced skiers and beginners alike. It is famous for its cosmopolitan ambience with lively nightlife and cool bars and restaurants.

Val d’Isere – Val d’Isere is another of the French Alps top skiing holiday destinations. This is a big resort offering opportunities for high altitude skiing and off-piste skiing for the adventurous and more experienced skier. This resort boasts several slopes famous for competitions including the Olympic Men’s Downhill slope from 1992. There’s something for everyone here with slopes that are suitable for intermediate levels skiers and slopes that would suit children and beginners.

Les Deux Alpes – This lively ski resort is very popular with all kinds of skiers and is a good place for families to visit. There is a good selection of clubs, bars and restaurants too for those who enjoy their apres ski as much as the skiing. Les Deux Alpes boasts 427 hectares of marked pistes (nearly 225 km) this includes 20 km cross-country. You can also enjoy snowshoeing, ice climbing and skidooing here. There is a nursery for very young children and children can start to learn snow sports from the age three upwards.

Flaine – Flaine is a popular resort for families as there is a great kids club and the area is free from traffic. There are also crèche facilities for those with little ones who don’t want to ski. There are a good number of restaurants with many catering for families. There is a ski school for beginners here and also good opportunities for those who enjoy snowboarding. The area is usually excellent for snow conditions.

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