Orcieres 1850 - Resort description & ski information

This cosy little resort is a first-class choice for family holidays. Surrounded by towering 4000m high mountains, and with skiing up to 2725m, Orcières 1850 enjoys a stunning location and friendly French atmosphere. This resort is a place where everyone will feel at home, and where learning to ski and improving your skills is made easy.

Skiing in Orcières 1850

With only 6 black runs, Orcières doesn't offer the most challenging skiing, but for beginners and intermediates, the resort is a dream. With 19 red, 29 blue and green runs, there is plenty for the budding enthusiast to test themselves on. With many of the blues and reds ending in the village itself, none of it is too daunting. Combine all that with a snowpark, almost guaranteed sunshine, and 30 snow cannons to keep the snow topped up, this is the perfect place to find your feet.

The resort & Ski Accommodation Information

In the heart of the familial resort of Orcieres 1850, Residence les Chalets d’Orcieres provides a high quality accommodation for those looking for an ideal holiday for the whole family.

Orcières has an excellent recreational centre called the Grande Ourse. Complete with 2 swimming pools and flumes, a bowling alley, a fitness centre, a cinema and bars with a fantastic south-facing terrace where you can literally drink in those views. The Petite Ourse is home to top-notch childcare facilities and a ski school. While those looking to enjoy the great outdoors can indulge in dog sledging, hiking, mountain biking or ice climbing. You'll also find a selection of shops and a decent smattering of local, family-oriented restaurants here, though no thumping nightlife in this relaxed resort.

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