First time skiing in France. Going to crest voland. Any advice
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Started by Pezwit in France 02-Mar-2012 - 5 Replies
Pezwit posted Mar-2012
Hi I am a new member to here so please be kind. We are due to ski in crest voland next week has anybody any advice adout this area. Many thanks
Roger Mayne
reply to 'First time skiing in France. Going to crest voland. Any advice' posted Mar-2012
It's a nice village. We went there on the ski bus when we stayed at Notre Dame de Bellecombe. Some great runs and fantastic scenery. :mrgreen:
Skied, Aviemore, Arinsal, Bansko,Notre Dame De Bellecombe, Saint Gervais, Termignon, Alpe D'Huez x 3, Flaine
Pezwit
reply to 'First time skiing in France. Going to crest voland. Any advice' posted Mar-2012
Many thanks looking forward to our trip
Julia Moss
reply to 'First time skiing in France. Going to crest voland. Any advice' posted Mar-2012
You don't mention what level skiers you are but if you can, and the conditions allow, it's possible to do a full circuit of the Espace Diamant. We did it with a guide but it's well worth researching the route and tackling it as you'll find more challenging terrain than at Crest Voland. CV is charming, quiet but blessed with easy access to the slopes and some amazing views. Hope you like drag-lifts - this was the place that forced me to overcome a phobia!!
To eat at lunchtime seek out the Montagnette at Flumet. The Vent-Volet just above CV on the lower slopes is great with a nice terrace and the Arche de Zoe was nice for an evening meal. We loved CV and would go back just for the laid back and friendly vibe in the village.Plus of course, all that mileage you can do on relatively quiet slopes.
To eat at lunchtime seek out the Montagnette at Flumet. The Vent-Volet just above CV on the lower slopes is great with a nice terrace and the Arche de Zoe was nice for an evening meal. We loved CV and would go back just for the laid back and friendly vibe in the village.Plus of course, all that mileage you can do on relatively quiet slopes.
Pezwit
reply to 'First time skiing in France. Going to crest voland. Any advice' posted Mar-2012
Many thanks Julia starting to get excited now. Sounds like a very nice place. Is there a language barrier there as I only speak very little French.
Roger Mayne
reply to 'First time skiing in France. Going to crest voland. Any advice' posted Mar-2012
Don't worry about being fluent. If you get a french phrase book and do a short online course (like the BBC one) you should have enough to get by.
Skied, Aviemore, Arinsal, Bansko,Notre Dame De Bellecombe, Saint Gervais, Termignon, Alpe D'Huez x 3, Flaine
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