An authentic village in the heart of the Vanoise
Bonneval-sur-Arc, nestled at 1850 meters above sea level at the end of the Maurienne Valley in Savoie, is a true gem of the French Alps. This village, listed among the most beautiful in France, is also the highest commune in the country. Located at the gateway to the Vanoise National Park, it offers an exceptional, preserved, and wild natural setting.
Features and Specificities
- Altitude: 1850m
- Location: At the end of the Maurienne Valley, Savoie, France.
- Park: Vanoise National Park.
- Specificities: Listed among the most beautiful villages of France, Bonneval-sur-Arc is also the highest commune in France. It is the last village before ascending the Iseran pass to descend towards the commune of Val d’Isère.
- Family Ski Resort: Founded in 1967, the Bonneval-sur-Arc ski resort reaches an altitude of 3000m and offers a remarkable panorama.
- Snow Coverage: Snow conditions allow the resort to open from mid-December to late April.
- Traditional Professions: Piedmontese shepherds (those who guard and graze cattle, cows, goats, etc.).
Activities
- Winter: Family ski resort, reaching up to 3000m and offering a remarkable panorama. Snow coverage allows the resort to open from mid-December to late April.
- Summer: Hiking, canyoning, paragliding, mountain biking, mountaineering, via ferrata, and climbing.
Additional Information
- The traditional architecture of Bonneval-sur-Arc, with its stone houses and slate roofs, reflects its rich past.
- The village has preserved its authenticity and charm, far from large ski resorts.
- The proximity to the Vanoise National Park makes it an ideal place for nature lovers and hikers.
