Look no further than St Martin de Belleville this holiday season for an unforgettable snow sports adventure. Indulge in the best slopes and in wonderful on- and off-piste terrains at staggeringly high altitudes – and embrace the fabulous snowboarding opportunities too. If that doesn’t satisfy you, there are also a variety of other activities you can get involved in.
For the best opportunities to snowboard and ski, St Martin de Belleville is the ideal location for your next holiday.
Skiing in the Three Valleys
With St Martin de Belleville sitting at an altitude of 1,450 metres, you can enjoy pistes up to an incredible 2,850 metres, all of which couldn’t be easier to access via the 30+ lifts. The resort is centrally located so wherever you end up on your adventure, it’s easy to find your way back to your starting point. Those of intermediate skiing skill will love the off-piste terrains of the very highest altitudes and the most ambitious can work on honing their skills to become an expert at the sport.
If you want to try tackling some of the most advanced off-piste challenges in the Three Valleys, hire a guide to show you some of the local hidden gems. There are a range of tough black runs with a combined length of twelve kilometres, which are well worth a go.
Snowboarding
It’s not just the perfect place to ski – St Martin de Belleville is perfect for engaging in a multitude of other snow sports as well, especially snowboarding. Whether you’re an avid snowboarder or your visit to the resort will be your first experience, you would be amiss to miss trying it out while you’re there. You can take an intensive six-day course at the French Ski School which teaches you how to follow the safety rules and respect other riders.
The Becca Snowcross has two zones for different levels of skiing and snowboarding, which are equally fun and perfect for those who love jumps and other tricks.
•The experts area contains a boardercross, a zone with four slides, hand rails and four big airs.
•There is a boardercross available to everyone.
•The learning area has beginner modules, ideal for ultimate safety while learning.
Extra Snow Sporting
If you find yourself wanting to make the most of the snow, there are other activities available when you need a break from tiring skiing and snowboarding. Snowshoeing is a fun and unique activity to get stuck into, or you might love the adrenaline rush of tobogganing. For a really fun experience, try dogsledding with huskies!
For an action-packed snow sports experience, the magical winter wonderland that is St Martin de Belleville is the perfect location for your next holiday.
Belinda Smythson works for Ski Amis, a specialist ski travel agency and booking service that has been helping avid skiers craft their perfect winter holiday for over a quarter of a century. They know which places are the best for those who like to ski, St Martin de Belleville, La Plagne and Tignes being among them. Ski Amis is the go-to company for winter sports fans looking for a holiday of a lifetime.
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