The steadily improving Valmorel-St Francois Longchamp Grand Domaine was the only resort in Savoie to launch an extension to its ski area during 2013/14.
The new Soleil Rouge chairlift over on the St Francois side opened at the end of December 2013. This 4-person chair serves new blue and red pistes; latest area map here.
The lift is showcased in this helpful video showcasing its evacuation procedure:
The addition of the Soleil Rouge lift takes the area to 165km of piste, with a good vertical drop of 1400-2550m - more if you go down to Doucy Combelouviere.
The lift is showcased in this helpful video showcasing its evacuation procedure:
The addition of the Soleil Rouge lift takes the area to 165km of piste, with a good vertical drop of 1400-2550m - more if you go down to Doucy Combelouviere.
For a tour of Valmorel, click here.
And to get a flavour for St Francois, have a look at their "Happy" video. For me the Maurienne side is the most attractive side of the mountain, albeit much of the resort isn't as attractive as Valmorel.
All in all, the resort is now firmly back in the Premier League - its proximity to Albertville (VERY close) and Chambery (1 hour) being added bonuses.
All in all, the resort is now firmly back in the Premier League - its proximity to Albertville (VERY close) and Chambery (1 hour) being added bonuses.
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