J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Mel C

I agree with Ewan - it's a decent little place.

I wnet there back in February and it's by no means a massive area but for you are skiiers still in their first few weeks there are some really nice greens and blues including through the trees and as you build your confidence there are lots of places where you can nip into the trees and out again - very enjoyable! You can practically ski back to the door if you are in the Chamrousse/Domain d'Arselle Apts.

The only down side is depending on where you are staying and what you want is that there is very little choice of places to eat and just the odd bar. Having said that there are a few little gems.

Likewise, if you have any questions about the place/pistes/accommodation then just ask.


Mel

Tony - many thanks for the SC tip - would i be right in thinking basing myself on Chantemerle would be best for me and the types of pistes i am looking for?

Karen - hi again! I remember you too after the Chamrousse/Valomorel coin toss up last year! I am glad you had a good time and I have read your report with great interest and now about to look through the photos. It looks ideal for us and although alot of the skiing seems to be above the tree-line there doesnt seem to be big drops off the side or into the distance which is what freaks my vertigo suffering ski partner out!

Went to Chamrousse back in February after the traditional ploughing through what seems like every website/brochure available and help your good selves on this website. My requirements were.......French or Austrian resort with nice blues (wouldn't say no to a green either) and easy reds for competent but slightly nervous 4th time skiers, through the tree line no more than about 2 hours from an airport.

Chamrousse was indeed great for skiing, excellent conditions and the pistes were perfect for us. It meant we could challenge ourselves by gaining speed rather than having to take on more gradient and narrower slopes. The only downside was its a small resort and so halfway through the week we had reached our personal maximum possible pistes to ski down and although it remained enjoyable it was repetitive by the end.

So..........am about to embark on the annual challenge for more of the same and am looking for anyone who can advise on the above resorts or any others which would be ideal for me?
Most important is plenty of tree-line skiing as my ski partner really doesn't do heights, secondly genuine blues or easy reds are a must.

Many thanks
Mel

Hi Karen,

That's a little spooky as Valmorel was on my shortlist so I'll be interested to hear your views when you are back too!

Well I have found out the answer so in case anyone wants to know....the answer is €6! And gosh was it hard work finding out.
Top tip - don't bother trying to e-mail the Reps in resort using the address provided by Crystal for rather helpfully 'any queries you may have before you arrive' as if it is anything like the Chamrousse address your messages are returned undeliverable! Crystal apologise for this and will be looking into it......apparently.

Anyway don't care now - 3 more sleeps and more snow on the way I can hardly contain myself :-)

Hi All,

Am now extremely excited as 9 more sleeps till I'm on my way to Chamrousse - woo hoo!!!!!

Just had the final blurb through from Crystal and apparently towels are not included in the price (cheeky so and so's) but can be hired from reception. Has anyone been to these apartments and confirm this and if so how much did they charge?


Thanks

Mel

In the Domaine D'Arselle apartments - along with hundreds of others as it seems to make up the entire accommodation in 1700!

Hi Ewan,

Me too - off on the 30th. My first time to France and really looking forward to it.

Let's hope someone replies!