What's new in Peisey-Vallandry?

Peisey-Vallandry is a ski resort located in the Tarentaise region of Savoie, at an altitude of 1600 m and at the heart of the Paradiski ski area. It includes 5 villages on the sunny side of the Les Arcs massif, at the gateway to the Vanoise National Park. The first, Landry, lies at 780m and marks the entrance to the valley leading up to the resort (it also houses a TGV train station). Next is Peisey, an authentic stone and wood village at 1,300m. Continue on to Nancroix, at 1450m, where you’ll also find the Nordic ski area, a special feature of the resort. And finally there are the two resorts with snow fronts for alpine skiing: Vallandry and Plan-Peisey (the arrival point for the Vanoise Express).

What's new? See below

IN THE SKI AREA, THE BRAND NEW TRANSARC
The Transarc is an emblematic lift in the resort, linking Arc 1800 to the summits. ADS has embarked on a major project to transform the Transarc. More than a rebirth, it’s a metamorphosis! Work is currently underway and will continue until December 2024. The ski area is due to open to skiers this winter. The first phase of the project was to facilitate access to the ski area. The challenge has paid off, with a new reception, advice and sales area at the foot of the pistes and a modern escalator providing easy access to the start of the Transarc.

From this winter onwards, the new- generation Transarc will offer a higher level of performance and comfort, for a resolutely modern experience: spacious cabins with 10 comfortable seats; ascent time halved (13 minutes); optimised power consumption efficiency.

At the top, there’s a brand-new contemplation area with a 360° panoramic view. Also worth discovering: a mineral gallery on the intermediate level of the ascent.

Alongside these activities, she wanted to offer visitors and locals a wellness-oriented service. Work has now begun on a brand new space, which should already be available by fall. It will feature a sauna, a hammam and a treatment room where Émilie will be offering hot stone treatments - perfect for a rejuvenating après-ski. Massage and reflexology services will also be available to relax the body.

The centre will be open all year round, with days and times adapted according to the season and how busy the resort is.

THE « LE QUARTZ » RESIDENCE

The spirit and design of the ‘Le Quartz’ residence are a nod to what was imagined some fifty years ago near Les Arcs - and thus to Charlotte Perriand, who initiated it. To pay homage to Charlotte Perriand, who worked with Le Corbusier, the building is set at right angles to the slope - to create the best possible view - and the terraces are raised and staggered - for greater privacy. The 23 flats in the residence range in size from T2 to T7, taking care to retain the modern touch that is so characteristic of the architect’s work. For après-ski, on bad weather days or for those who don’t ski, there’s a wellness area with a jacuzzi, two saunas and a multi-sensory shower. For a moment of intense relaxation. The residence also has a playroom, cellars, heated ski lockers and basement parking. Nearby, you’ll find ski lift departures, as well as shops and restaurants - including the Cristaux Blancs.

A NEW RESTAURANT: « LE BISTROT DE LA POSTE »

Le Bistrot de la Poste is a new address in Peisey-Vallandry. This bar-restaurant is located in the village of Peisey, on the Place de Roscanvel, right next to the Tourist Office. It has been set up in an emblematic and unusual location in the village: the old Post Office building, a historic building with an undeniable cachet and charm. Work has been undertaken to refurbish and adapt the interior spaces to the restaurant business - but the emblematic exterior façade has been preserved as is (listed and protected). The site will serve as a meeting point for locals and visitors alike, recreating a sense of community and village life. The chef will  offer a variety of suggestions throughout the year. Committed to cooking fresh, seasonal produce, everything is home-made, and the chef will adapt his menu according to the season. The inauguration took place on 12 July, and to give you an idea, here is the menu for the first week of opening:

• STARTERS country terrine; crispy oxtail; summer salad (Reblochon sarnossa with peach and vegetables); courgette and feta tagliatelle
• DISHES pike quenelles, crayfish bisque; veal quenelles, garlic cream; beef onglet, choice of sauce; two-tomato cheesecake; choice of side dishes: potato of the moment, courgette caponata, basmati rice
• DESSERTS chocolate cremeux; nougat glacé with Benedictine; strawberry rhubarb soup, vanilla ice cream; blueberry tartlet.

A PLANETARIUM AT PEISEY-VALLANDRY, FOR INDOOR STARGAZING

Bistou Montagne is preparing a brand new activity for this winter. Steeve, the man behind the company, is passionate about stars and other celestial objects. He already offers customers the chance to share his knowledge on guided outdoor outings. To round off this offer, he intends to set up a planetarium for indoor stargazing and education.To do this, he will convert a room in Peisey- Vallandry into a planetarium measuring around 6 metres in diameter. He will be offering 1-hour sky-watching sessions for up to twenty people.

Technically, Steeve will be able to project the celestial vault onto the ceiling and then distil his explanations, adapting them to the audience present. For children, he will overlay the drawings of the constellations to explain the origin of their names (Big Dipper, etc.). For adults, by focusing on more scientific information, different types of elements that inhabit our sky.
We’ll be talking about stars, constellations and all the other elements of the celestial vault. This will take place in Peisey-Vallandry, initially one day a week, between 6pm and 9pm. Additional slots may be added, for example during the holidays.

THE MOULIN EDUCATIONAL TRAIL

A new educational trail has been created in the hamlet of Moulin, next to the village of Peisey. The 15 panels not only take you through the narrow streets of this small hamlet of undeniable charm and character, but also allow you to explore its past and its history, so that you can better understand what characterises it today. Spread out over a few hundred metres, from the cross in the middle to the bridge at Moulin, the panels provide valuable explanations, archive photos and a variety of anecdotes. It’s a journey back in time, a journey into the soul of Moulin. Free admission.

ÉMILIE LLORCA’S NEW WELLNESS CENTRE

Émilie has been based in the small village of Peisey for several years now. She started out as a therapist, using her skills in psychology, hypnosis and magnetism to offer her customers tailor-made support. She has also been offering various workshops in conjunction with the Tourist Office for the last 3 years, and has recently trained in neuro- reflexology.

Peisey-Vallandry is a ski resort belonging to the Paradiski ski area. One of the world’s top 3, with 425 kilometres of pistes, it is, as its name suggests, a veritable paradise for snow lovers. Peisey-Vallandry enjoys a privileged position at the centre of the resort, as it is home to one of the stations of the Vanoise Express - the spectacular cable car built in 2003 that marked the birth of Paradiski. With its extraordinary size and performance, it now crosses the valley between Les Arcs/Peisey- Vallandry and La Plagne. So you can take full advantage of an extraordinary ski area. 130 lifts, 264 runs (11 green, 129 blue, 65 red and 37 black), 3 boardercrosses, 2 snowparks, 1 half-pipe, 1 zip line and a range of heights from 1250m to 3250m... a huge playground just waiting to be explored.