Valmeinier 1800Pierre & Vacances Valmeinier Le Thabor

Your residence

Overlooking the Valmeinier resort, the Pierre & Vacances Thabor residence boasts an exceptional panoramic view. Comprised of 4 buildings (“Caribou”, “Elan”, “Renne” and “Chamois”) that are in harmony with the surroundings, it offers spacious apartments with relaxation areas (swimming pool, sauna). Slopes are accessible directly on skis.

Resort altitude: 1800m
Distance to ski lifts: 300m
Distance to ski schools: 30-400m
Distance to ski shops: Near
Transfer: Chambery airport (75 mins) or Albertville station (75 mins)

Accommodation - 381 apartments

In all apartments: Fully equipped kitchen area (Cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee-maker and kettle). Bathroom. Separate toilet. Telephone. Television. Vacuum cleaner. All beds are fitted with duvets - bed linen and bath towels included.

- Studio for 4 persons
- 1-bedroom apartment for 4/5 persons
- 1/2-bedroom apartment for 6/7 persons
- 2/3-bedroom apartment for 8 persons
(Click on Accommodation for further information)

8 apartments available for persons of reduced mobility

Services & amenities

- Ski lockers
- Restaurant-bar serving small dishes
- Launderette
- Hamper delivery services*
- Apartment preparation service*
* Extra charge applies

After-ski activities

Natural skating rink, orientation course, icefall climbing, tobogganing slope, bouncy castle (from mid-March), fitness room (… massages, sophrology etc.), "Ski Legend" son et lumière show recounting the history of skiing (during the school holidays) Concerts, shows, cabaret singers in resort bars and pubs, cinema.

General information

Official classification: 3 Star Tourist Residence
Languages spoken: French, English, German, Italian
Tourist tax (Over 13 years): €0.80 per person per day
Arrivals after 17:00, departures before 10:00

The main reception is open:
- Monday to Thursday from 08:00 to 12:00 and from 16:00 to 20:00
- Friday from 08:00 to 12:00 and from 15:00 to midnight
- Saturday: around the clock
- Sunday from 08:00 to 12:00 and from 15:00 to 20:00

SKI INFORMATION

1-bedroom apartment 4/5 persons

Approx. 28m²: Living area with 2 single sofa beds + 1 pullout bed. 1 bedroom with 1 double bed.
Fully equipped kitchen area: 4 electric rings, refrigerator, microwave-grill oven, dishwasher and electric coffee-maker. Bathroom. Separate toilet. Telephone (paying). Television*. Vacuum cleaner. Balcony.
*5 French channels and 4 international channels
All beds are fitted with duvets
Note : Sleeping in the top bunk is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
French Decree No 95 949 of 25/08/1995

1/2- bedroom apartment for 6/7 persons

From 34 to 40m²: Living area with 2 single sofa-beds + 1 pull-out bed. 1 bedroom with 1 double bed. 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds.
Fully equipped kitchen area: 4 electric rings, refrigerator, microwave-grill oven, dishwasher and electric coffee-maker. Bathroom. Separate toilet. Telephone (paying). Television*. Vacuum cleaner. Balcony.
Note: some apartments are duplex. Some apartments have 1 shower room with toilet in addition to the bathroom.
*5 French channels and 4 international channels
All beds are fitted with duvets
Note : Sleeping in the top bunk is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
French Decree No 95 949 of 25/08/1995

2/3 bedroom apartment for 8 persons

From 51 to 53m²: Living area with 2 single sofa-beds, 1 bedroom with 1 double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds, 1 bedroom with 1 double bed or 2 single beds or 2 bunk beds, 1 shower room with toilet in addition to the bathroom.
Fully equipped kitchen area: 4 electric rings, refrigerator, microwave-grill oven, dishwasher and electric coffee-maker. Bathroom. Separate toilet. Telephone (paying). Television*. Vacuum cleaner. Balcony.
Note: the majority of apartments are duplex. There is a pull-out bed under one of the sofa-beds.
*5 French channels and 4 international channels
All beds are fitted with duvets
Note : Sleeping in the top bunk is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
French Decree No 95 949 of 25/08/1995

Studio 4 persons

Approx 29m²: Living area with 2 single sofa-beds. 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds. Fully equipped kitchen area: 4 electric rings, refrigerator, microwave-grill oven, dishwasher and electric coffee-maker. Bathroom. Separate toilet. Telephone (paying). Television*. Vacuum cleaner. Balcony.
Note: the toilet is in the bathroom. There is a pull-out bed under one of the sofa-beds.
*5 French channels and 4 international channels
All beds are fitted with duvets
Note : Sleeping in the top bunk is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
French Decree No 95 949 of 25/08/1995

Select your accommodation: Show all accommodation Studio 4 people 1 bedroom apartment for 4/5 people 1/2 bedroom apartment for 6/7 people 2/3 bedroom apartment for 8 people

Prices in € for a Studio 4 people
Holiday from 2010-12-17 to 2011-04-25
From Saturday to Saturday

December			January			February			March			April
Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€
04		-	01		-	05		456	05		930	02		344
11		-	08		-	12		744	12		456	09		344
18		-	15		306	19		1020	19		344	16		288
25		-	22		442	26		1020	26		430	23		-
			29		484.50							30		-

Prices in € for a 1 bedroom apartment for 4/5 people
Holiday from 2010-12-17 to 2011-04-25
From Saturday to Saturday

December			January			February			March			April
Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€
04		-	01		-	05		520	05		1090	02		416
11		-	08		-	12		872	12		520	09		416
18		-	15		365.50	19		1230	19		416	16		344
25		-	22		510	26		1230	26		520	23		-
			29		552.50							30		-

Prices in € for a 1/2 bedroom apartment for 6/7 people
Holiday from 2010-12-17 to 2011-04-25
From Saturday to Saturday

December			January			February			March			April
Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€
04		-	01		-	05		616	05		1340	02		480
11		-	08		-	12		1072	12		616	09		480
18		-	15		408	19		1560	19		480	16		384
25		-	22		578	26		1560	26		600	23		-
			29		654.50							30		-

Prices in € for a 2/3 bedroom apartment for 8 people
Holiday from 2010-12-17 to 2011-04-25
From Saturday to Saturday

December			January			February			March			April
Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€	Day		€
04		-	01		-	05		768	05		1630	02		632
11		-	08		-	12		1304	12		768	09		632
18		-	15		552.50	19		1750	19		632	16		520
25		-	22		765	26		1750	26		790	23		-
			29		816							30		-

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Special offers

Services you can book online

Comfort Service - €25 per person per week

The number of formulas purchased must correspond to the number of occupants in the apartment – apart from children under 2.

- Beds made up for your arrival.
- Bathroom linen changed in the middle of the week.
- Mid-week cleaning.

Beds Made up on Arrival - €35 per apartment

- Apartment ready for your holidays
- A significant saving of your time
- Take benefit of the holidays from your arrival

Baby Kit - €40 per kit per stay

Provided in the apartment for children weighing no more than 15kg.
- Folding cot with 1 sheet.
- High-chair (+6 months)
- 1 Push chair
- 1 shelf changer with bath

Note: The baby kit is suitable for children aged 0 to 2 years. For children weighing over 15kg, we recommend using the bed safety rail available on loan at reception.

Services you can book on site

Pets Admitted

Price per week: €49
Price per day: €8

• Cleaning Kit

€8 Per Kit
Sufficient products for one week include:
Washing-up liquid, Scouring cream, detergent, sponge, cloth.

• Bathroom linen kit

- €9 per person
Including one hand towel, one bath towel, and one bathmat / apartment

Special offer: 50% discount on all bathroom linen kits for children under 12, with 2 adult kits hired on site.

• Extra cleaning

Price per cleaning per apartment (except washing-up and kitchen area):

- Studios: €35
- 1-bedroom apartments: €40
- 1/2-bedroom apartments : €40
- 2-bedroom apartments: €50
- 2/3-bedroom apartments: €50
- 3-bedroom apartments: €50
- 4-bedroom apartments: €55
- 5-bedroom apartments: €65

• Loan service (subject to availability)

Socket guards, hair-dryers, irons, games, bed safety rail

Ski Lifts

(Pre-booked lift passes will be delivered at the reception the day following your arrival).

6-day pass (Sunday to Friday) Domain Valmeinier-Valloire
• Adults (15-59 years): €140
• Children (6-9 years): €115
• Junir (10-14 years): €126
• Senior (60-74 years): €126
Free of charge for children under 6 years and seniors from 75 years old.
For the child and senior prices, proof of identity and age required.

SPECIAL OFFER: pre-book the lift passes together with the accommodation, and take advantage of a reduction in the accomodation public price.

Ski Equipment Rental

Booking advantages :
- Peace of mind with budget fixed in advance.
- Guarantee of place availability.
- Special offers on products or tariffs.

FOR ADULTS :

• Gold formula : € 108,00 / 6 days
Skis or snowboard with the possibility of changing 3 times during the week subject to availability for highly experienced skiers.

• Silver formula : € 88,60 / 6 days
Skis or snowboard or snowblades) for experienced skiers.

• Bronze formula : € 64,00 / 6 days
Skis only for beginners.

FOR THE CHILDREN :

• Championformula + crash helmet : € 76,30 / 6 days
Skis or snowboard for children between 6 and 12 for champions.

• Espoir formula + crash helmet: € 61,90 / 6 days
Skis for children between 6 and 12.

• Flocon formula + crash helmet: € 50,70 / 6 days
Skis for children under 6 : beginners or early intermediate.

SPECIAL DEAL :

7 days at the price of 6 all season, except from 29/12/07 to 05/01/08, and from 09/02/08 to 08/03/08.

Plan of the pistes

To see a map of the Valmeinier slopes Click HERE

Ski lessons

Collective Ski Lessons with the ESF
Reservation with your stay
Lessons from sunday to friday, length of the lessons : from 2 hours to 2 hours 30 mins

Children from the age of 3 years from class "Beginner" to "Gold Star" and for adults from class "Beginner" to class 4 :
6 mornings: from €105 to €132 (depending on period)
6 middays: €113
6 afternoons: from €105 to €113 (depending on period)

Description

A modern resort fitted into Southern Savoie, Valmeinier is surrounded by the famous passes of Le Télégraphe and Le Galibier, and lies between the Vanoise and Ecrins national parks. On the 150 km of waymarked footpaths you can discover the mythical site of Mont Thabor and the high altitude lakes that surround it. There are many relaxing activities on offer for young and old alike.

Ski Area : Valmeinier - Valloire

The Valloire Valmeinier skiing domain offers trails with excellent skiing conditions between the altitudes of 1430 m and 2600 m.

Valmeinier Altitude : 1800 m

Highest altitude : 2600 m

Lowest altitude : 1430 m

Downhill skiing : 150 km of runs.

Snowboard : 1 snowpark.

Cross country skiing : 12 km of runs.

33 ski lifts.

375 snow cannons.

The resort and surrounding area

• An encounter with nature
Snowshoeing with guides: walking in the forest, watching chamois, enjoying the peace and quiet of the “great white desert”.
Numerous walks on packed-down trails from Valloire to many hamlets
Rambles from the resort to the charming village of Valmeinier 1500, in the heart of a protected natural area at the bottom of the valley

• Heritage and tradition
Notre Dame de l’Assomption church in Valloire (17th century)
Notre Dame de Bon Secours chapel in Tigny
St James chapel in Villards
The Valloire Valley’s atypical architecture influenced by the vernacular architecture of the Briançon and Dauphinois Valleys (Oisans

Events

Events programme available at the Tourist Office
- Carnival: children’s parade, show and dance (February)
- “Mix n’fly”: Jumps and Slides for all
- “Press Purée”: Winter sports festival (April 19th)

Leisure activities

• Discoveries and sensations: Snowshoe walks, microlight and paragliding, night skiing with torchlight descent, hikes, adventure course, “Exploring the Marvels of Savoy” themed outings

• “Après-ski” activities: Natural skating rink, orientation course, icefall climbing, tobogganing slope, bouncy castle (from mid-March), fitness room (… massages, sophrology etc.), "Ski Legend" son et lumière show recounting the history of skiing (during the school holidays) Concerts, shows, cabaret singers in resort bars and pubs, cinema.

How to get there

By car

Paris (656 km) — Marseilles (432 km) — Lyons (193 km) — Grenoble (110 km) — Turin (130 km)
Weather/traffic information: 0892 68 02 73 / 0826 022 022
From Paris: A43 motorway for Grenoble/Chambéry, then take exit no. 13 for Chambéry / Albertville. Then follow signs for Turin and take exit no. 29 for Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne / Valloire / Valmeinier / Col du Galibier. Follow the D902 for 17 km to Valmeinier.

By train

SAINT-MICHEL / VALLOIRE RAILWAY STATION (17 km)
Travel information Tel : 36 35
Transfers by Transavoie coaches Tel : +33 (0)4 79 05 01 32 www.altibus.com
NB: for St Michel / Valloire return trips, coach tickets should be reserved 48 hours in advance at the Tourist Office. Coach stop next to the Caribou building.

CHAMBERY RAILWAY STATION (90 km) — T.G.V. Paris-Chambéry
Travel information Tel 36 35
Transfers by Transavoie coaches Tel : +33 (0)4 79 05 01 32 or taxi.

By plane

CHAMBÉRY AIRPORT (100 km)
Onward connections by train to St Michel / Valloire
Travel information Tel : +33 (0)4 79 54 49 54
Transfers from St Michel / Valloire by Transavoie coaches Tel : +33 (0)4 79 05 01 32
LYON-SAINT-EXUPERY AIRPORT (180 km)
Travel information: Tel: +33 (0)4 72 22 72 21
Transfer by Satobus-Alpes shuttle. Tel: 0826 800 826 www.satobus-alps.com

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