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Les Orres
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| Resort description |
In the midst of a large forest this friendly modern resort is one of unspoilt beauty. Les Orres looks down upon the Durance valley and the lake of Serre-Poncon. The relaxed amicable atmosphere is good for both families and couples.
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Skiing in Les Orres
The
skiing domain is very varied from the steep slope to
undulating runs. The 88 km/54.8 miles of runs are
lined by larches. This domain is suitable to every
style and level of skiing, snowboarding and
cross-country skiing. The resort is equipped with a
slalom stadium.
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Snowboarding in Les Orres
Snowboarders
will find a snowpark with
a space slide, 2 quarters, 2 big airs … in the
area “Espace New
Gliss”. The snowpark is also equipped with
music and is regularly livened up
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Cross-country skiing
Les
Orres has 40 km/25 miles of trails. There are
different levels of difficulties. For the beginners,
the trails are located on the plateau of Charance and are in the forest.
For the more advanced skiers, the itinerary of
“Mazelière” will
enjoy them. The access of the cross-country skiing
domain is free.
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Ski school
The ESF in
Les Orres offers a variety of lessons from alpine
skiing to snowboarding.
For the
children aged 3-6 yrs there is the
Piou-Piouclub where
they will be entertained and have skiing
lessons.
For more
information about pre-booking Ski School in Les Orres
please select
here
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Lift passes
Les
Orres lift passes give you access to all the lifts of
the resort.
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Image
credits: Roger Moss - Mountainpassions
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| The Skiing |
| This resort is good for intermediate skiers, with 88km of lift served runs. The well designed lift system means keen learners can progress smoothly from blues to reds and access the whole mountain. There are also 40km of cross country trails with a high number of scenic routes through the forest, which also provides good shelter in bad weather. |
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| Après Ski |
| The après ski here is lively but not rowdy. It holds a variety of bars and discos, shops and restaurants catering for all tastes. |
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| Amenities |
| Les Orres provides a wide range of shops and cafes, as well as other amenities such as bakeries and pharmacies, a bank and post office. |
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| Activities |
| As well as the skiing, there are many other activities for all ages. There is an ice-rink, fitness centre, bowling alley and cinema. Visitors can also enjoy other non-skiing entertainment such as snow-shoeing, paragliding, dog-sledging and tobogganing. |
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| Getting there |
Driving distance: From Calais: 650 miles, approximately 10 hrs.
Airport access: Chambery: 140 miles, approximately 3 hrs. Grenoble: 170 miles, approximately 3 hrs. Nice: 170 miles, approximately 3 hrs 50 mins. |
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| Ski Facts |
| Village height: |
1550m (5,085ft) |
Slope range: |
1550m (5,085ft) - 2720m (8,924ft) |
Ski area: |
Les Orres |
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| Piste coverage |
88 |
| Ski lifts |
23 |
| Ski runs |
34 |
| Green |
6 |
| Blue |
6 |
| Red |
19 |
| Black |
3 |
| Snow cannons |
104 |
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| Beginners |
*** |
| Intermediates |
**** |
| Experts |
*** |
| Boarders |
*** |
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| Accommodation |
| La Combe d'Or Our rating: **** |
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Studio Sleeps 3
(c 30m2) Living area with a single sofa bed & a double bed, shower-room with WC.
1 Bedroom Apartment Sleeps 2-4
(c 33m2) Living area with a divan that turns into a double bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed, 1 bathroom & separate WC.
2 Bed Split Level Sleeps 6
(c 43m2) Living area with a divan that turns into a double bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed & balcony, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, bathroom, separate WC & a safe.
4 Bed Split Level Apt Sleeps 10
(c 90m2) Living area with a divan that turns into a double bed, 2 bedrooms each with a double bed (1 has a flat-screen LCD TV), 2 bedrooms each with 2 single beds, 1 bathroom, 1 shower-room, 2 separate WCs and a safe.
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| Foret d'Or Our rating: *** |
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Studio Sleeps 4
(c 30m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove in the entrance with 2 single beds, bunk beds or a double bed, bathroom & WC (may be separate).
1 Bedroom Alcove Sleeps 4-6
(c 35m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove in the entrance with 2 single beds or bunk beds, 1 alcove (with sliding door) with a double bed, bathroom & separate WC.
1 Bedroom Split Level Apt Sleeps 6
(c 35m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed, 1 bedroom with bunk beds, bathroom with WC & separate WC.
2 Bedroom Alcove Sleeps 6-8
(c 45m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed, 1 bedroom with bunk beds or 2 single beds, 1 alcove with bunk beds, bathroom with WC & separate WC.
3 Bedroom Apartment Sleeps 6-8
(c 50m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove in the entrance with bunk beds or 2 single beds, 1 alcove with bunk beds, 2 single beds or a double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds or 1 double bed, bathroom & separate WC.
Duplex Apartment Sleeps 10
(c 61m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove (with sliding door) with a double bed, 1 alcove with bunk beds, 2 bedrooms each with a double bed, shower-room with WC, bathroom & separate WC.
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| Les Terrasses du Soleil d'Or Our rating: *** |
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Studio Sleeps 4
(c 30m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove in the entrance with 2 single beds, bunk beds or a double bed, bathroom & WC (may be separate).
1 Bedroom Alcove Sleeps 4-6
(c 35m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove in the entrance with 2 single beds or bunk beds, 1 alcove (with sliding door) with a double bed, bathroom & separate WC.
1 Bedroom Split Level Apt Sleeps 6
(c 35m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed, 1 bedroom with bunk beds, bathroom with WC & separate WC.
2 Bed Split Level Alc Sleeps 8
(c 45m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed, 1 bedroom with bunk beds or 2 single beds, 1 alcove with bunk beds, bathroom with WC & separate WC.
3 Bedroom Apartment Sleeps 6-8
(c 50m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove in the entrance with bunk beds or 2 single beds, 1 alcove with bunk beds, 2 single beds or a double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds or 1 double bed, bathroom & separate WC.
Duplex Apartment Sleeps 10
(c 61m2) Living area with a double sofa bed, 1 alcove (with sliding door) with a double bed, 1 alcove with bunk beds, 2 bedrooms each with a double bed, shower-room with WC, bathroom & separate WC.
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