Arc 2000 Ski Holidays
"Arc 2000 enjoys the quickest access to the highest altitude skiing in Les Arcs where the best snow conditions are usually found. There is the bowling and some great restaurants too."
Jane Bolton, Product Director
Les Arc 2000 offers the perfect combination of excellent snow conditions throughout the entire ski season, an extensive ski area suitable for all abilities and loads of holiday-making facilities to keep you entertained when you’re off the hill. The highest of the Les Arcs’ villages at an impressive altitude of 2000m, you’ll have access to 118 marked pistes, 200km of legendary downhill skiing and 77 interconnected ski lifts. The resort also offers direct access to the slopes, including the stunning Aiguille Rouge (aka The Red Needle) – Les Arcs’ highest peak which reaches awe-inspiring heights of 3,226 metres. And if that wasn’t enough to get excited about, you’ll find a wide range of accommodation options, lively bars and restaurants, and all the amenities you could ever want from a ski holiday you won’t forget in a hurry!
Arc 2000 Mountain Facts
The Les Arc villages have always been a top destination for skiers looking for some serious terrain. Sitting high above the clouds at 2,000m and surrounded by jaw-dropping peaks like Aiguille Rogue (3226m) and Grand Col (2832m), Arc 2000 offers easy access to all 128 marked runs in Les Arcs, which basically means you won’t have to go far in your ski boots to make it up the mountain. There’s also a further 200 pistes across the massive Paradiski ski area – the second largest connected ski area in the world. The mountain is serviced by a state-of-the-art network of 77 lifts linking you to all the pistes of Les Arc 2000, meaning getting around the mountain always feels easy and avoids those slow and creaky chairlifts! Each village has beginner-friendly nursery slopes as well as a selection of linked blue and red runs that make Les Arc 2000 the perfect playground for intermediate skiers.
Snow conditions in Arc 2000
You can count on Les Arc 2000 to deliver excellent snow throughout the entire ski season. The impressive altitude plays a big part, but it’s also because the main bowl is nicely tucked away, stays cool in the shade and faces northeast. All of this makes the snow some of the best around. In recent seasons, the resort has seen a seriously impressive snowfall of up to 498 cm spread across 32 days – with a 55 cm bucketload being the 10-year record. The base depth reached up to 320cm, averaging around 186cm, while the summit hit a max of 430cm, with an average depth of 272cm.
Why ski in Arc 2000?
With an actual resort height of 2100m (it was named ‘2000’ in the 60s to sound futuristic), ski lifts as high as 3230m providing access to Aiguille Rouge glacier skiing, and easy links to the wider winter wonderland of the Paradiski area, Arc 2000 is an awesome place to ski. Here’s some savvy advice:
Arc 2000 offers some of the most challenging but satisfying skiing in the entire area and the most famous run might be the tough east facing 7km Aiguille Rouge to Arc Villaroger de Pre (which comprises a 2000m vertical drop), but there’s also plenty of outstanding off-piste skiing available from the top point of the Aiguille Rouge cable car and Le Grand Col chairlift.
The various wide blue and red runs leading back to the resort are excellent for novice and intermediate skiers building their confidence and every village in Les Arcs has nursery slopes for absolute beginners.
The fabulously efficient ski lift system means it’s easy to reach the rest of the Paradiski area, which has 435km of pistes, runs at elevations of 1200 to 3250m and three peaks at an altitude of over 3000m.
Many of the runs around Les Arcs afford fantastic views across the valley to the neighbouring resort of La Rosiere and magnificent Mont Blanc. When the sun sets after a gloriously sunny day, Mont Blanc takes on a magical pink hue which is simply stunning.
Les Arcs is linked to La Plagne by the double-decker Vanoise Express cable car from Plan Peisey.
When weather conditions are wild around Arc 2000, snow patrol may only open the Marmottes and the heated and bubble protected Pre St. Esprit chair lifts but you can still find good skiing spots in tree-lined runs at Arc 1600 (accessible via shuttle bus) or alternatively, the Rhonaz drag lift will deposit you at the Villaroger area, which is also more sheltered.
As you can see, Arc 2000 is a sweet spot for every type of skier, the area around Les Arcs offers even more variety and Paradiski has more pristine pistes than you can shake a stick at!
Snowboarding in Arc 2000
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If your idea of a good time means riding on one plank instead of two, set your sights on Les Arcs for your winter getaway. Here’s the lowdown on snowboarding in Arc 2000:
- The Les Arcs Snowpark covers an impressive 7.5 hectares and includes three pistes, woops, 4 lines of kickers, a box, a jump and a mini-pipe for beginners. If you’re a bit more advanced, there’s a shred line with hip, rail and transfer where you can master the manoeuvres against an incredible mountain backdrop. The team of 4 shapers perpetually maintain the park to keep the kickers sharp and fresh.
- Want to step it up a notch? The Snowpark has a huge airbag where you can try out new freestyle skills and push yourself to the limits knowing you’re covered by a soft landing.
- To reach the Snowpark from Arc 2000, head downhill to Arc 1950, catch the Bois de l’Ours chairlift and head down the other side towards Arc 1600 where there’s a decent selection of runs for all levels leading to the Snowpark.
All ski resort accommodation in Arc 2000
Arc 2000 offers great options for flexibility and comfort. The village has modern alpine-styled digs with all the essentials, like full kitchens, inviting interiors, and slopes practically at your doorstep.
All Ski Resort Accommodation in Arc 2000
Les Arcs ski holiday activities
Après-ski in Arc 2000
Sure, Arc 2000 isn’t exactly known for its wild après-ski, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a bar with a buzzing atmosphere for a cheeky sundowner (or two) when you’ve had your fill of snow-time for the day. Plus, if you are after the kind of high-energy après-ski that gets you stomping on the tables with the locals, Arc 1800 is just a short bus ride away!
- Fancy trying something completely different? Then head to Village Igloo, which, as the name suggests, is carved completely from solid ice! This is a one-of-kind venue where you can eat fondue, enjoy an aperitif and warm up with a delicious post-ski hot chocolate.
- Red Rock Café knows how to hit the spot after an exciting, but exhausting, day skiing in Arc 2000. It serves up a great selection of tasty food and the perfect accompanying refreshments – basically everything you need once the lifts have shut for the day.
- Did someone say raclette? If traditional Savoyard cuisine is what gets your tastebuds tingling, then be sure to stop by Le Savoy for a spectacular evening sampling some of the resort’s finest French delights. In the day, it has a sun-soaked outdoor terrace where you can spend hours watching skiers make their way down the hill.
- There ain’t no party like an Irish party – and doesn’t The Crazy Fox know it! This cosy Irish boozer offers great craic, plentiful pints of the black stuff, Sky Sports, karaoke, live music and *lots* of dancing as the evening progresses.
- If you’re after a more low-key bar to enjoy a few quiet drinks, Bulle Café is a laid-back spot that offers a great selection of wines, tapas, pizza and an epic seafood lunch. You’ll find it near the bottom of the Arcabulle lift.
Facilities in Arc 2000
Les Arc 2000 offers so much to do outside of snow-time with its natural outdoor ice skating rink, spas, supermarkets, bakeries and incredible range of activities, including snow-shoeing, paragliding, lugeing, live music... the list goes on! You’ll find a huge choice of accommodation – a lot of which offers ski-in/ski-out access with the slopes right on your doorstep, and there are plenty of options for eating out and enjoying a cheeky après beer as the sun goes down after an epic day on the hill.
Children's activities in Arc 2000
There’s a reason families come back to Les Arc 2000 year after year. That’s because it provides children of all ages with a fun-filled winter adventure they’ll never forget. In short, the resort is a one-stop-shop if you’re after epic skiing, child-friendly ski-in, ski-out accommodation and “kids will love this” activities. You’ll find dedicated kids’ clubs like the Evolution2 Winter Kids Club that also offers childcare, play areas with tobogganing and monkey bridges to keep the little ones entertained, and more “niche” activities like bowling, sledging, outdoor ice skating and The Snake Gliss. There’s also a heated aqua centre only a short bus ride away in Arc 1800 with water jets, a river and a water slide.
Why book a ski holiday to Les Arcs with Erna Low?
- Experience and service: We’ve been sending ski fanatics to the Alps for more than 90 years. That’s a lifetime of trust and snow experience!
- Incredible-value holidays: Get amazing deals on budget ski trips, luxury getaways with all the perks, and everything in the middle!
- Huge choice of accommodation: We’ve got something for everybody, from luxury residences to budget apartments.
- Customisable travel: Book a tailor-made ski holiday to Arc 2000 with thousands of options catered to match your preferences.
- Fully protected bookings: We’re ABTOT and ATOL members and abide by their Code of Conduct.
Arc 2000 ski holiday FAQs
Is Les Arcs a good ski area for families?
You’ll bet! In fact, Les Arcs is one of the best family-friendly resorts in the French Alps. So much so, it’s been recognised by Ski France with their Family Plus Mountain label. The resort has dedicated family zones, reputable ski schools, excellent child-care facilities and plenty of incredible activities that make planning a ski holiday with the little ones so much easier.
Is Arc 2000 suitable for experienced skiers?
Yes. Arc 2000 is great for experienced skiers, as well as intermediates and first-timers. In fact, it’s pretty much the perfect playground for skiers of all levels and abilities. If you’re up for a challenge, there are plenty of epic black runs, technical reds and legendary off-piste terrain that are perfect for testing any skier’s wits and skills. There’s also a snow park where riders can master jumps, jibs, j-turns, side slips and any other manoeuvre they want to throw down.
How do I get to Arc 2000?
If you’re planning to fly to Les Arcs, the nearest airports are Chambéry, Grenoble, Lyon and Geneva. Geneva is the most popular option as it tends to have more flights. When you land, you can either book a transfer or rent a car – the drive to Les Arcs only takes about 2-3 hours. Or if you’d rather leave the airport chaos on changeover day behind, you can catch the Eurostar from London to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, then jump in a taxi for a quick 30-minute ride to the resort. You could also take the high-speed funicular that connects Bourg to Les Arcs 1600 in only 7 minutes. This is one of the quickest and cheapest options, especially as there are frequent free shuttle buses that run between Les Arcs 1600 and the other villages. Alternatively, if road trips are more your thing, driving from Calais will take around 10 hours, covering roughly 980km.
Does it snow all winter in Arc 2000?
Seeing as Les Arc 2000 is renowned for being a snow-sure resort, you’re pretty much guaranteed awesome snow throughout the entire ski season. Add its high-altitude to the mix and you’re looking at some of the best ski conditions in the French Alps.
"The highest of all the villages in Les Arcs, Arc 2000 offers stunning views, and convenient access to the slopes. The large ski area is great for all abilities, and links to La Plagne."
Calum Crichton, Senior Sales Consultant
