Résidence Les Embrunes
Résidence Les Embrunes
Résidence Les Embrunes in Les Saisies is the perfect choice for an unforgettable ski holiday. Situated directly by the slopes, you can get on your skis right away each morning and start discovering the beautiful slopes of the Espace Diamant ski area. Thanks to this snow-sure location at 1650 metres altitude, the slopes are often covered in a thick layer of powdery snow, ideal for skiers of all skill levels. After an active day, you can make it back to the complex with ease, since everything is nearby.
Résidence Les Embrunes is also a top choice for families. During the school holidays, the Mini Club offers plenty of entertainment for the little ones, whilst the Junior Club organises fun activities for older children. While the kids are enjoying themselves, you can relax by the cosy bar with a warm vin chaud or sit down at the atmospheric restaurant for some tasty regional specialities. Whether you’re looking to ski, explore, or relax, Résidence Les Embrunes has everything you will need for a fantastic winter adventure!
Room types
2-room apartment (1 bedroom) type A
for 2 to 5 persons
- surface approx. 25-30m²
- number of beds: 5
- no balcony or terrace
- kitchenette
- (mini) fridge
- hotplate
- (mini)oven
- combi microwave
- coffee machine
- toaster
- dishwasher
- television (flat screen)
- (living) room(s): 2 sleeping places (1 x two persons sleeping couch)
- bedroom(s): 1 bedroom
- 1st bedroom: sleeps 3 (1 x single bed; 1 bunkbed (2 x single bed))
- separate toilet
- bathroom(s): 1 bathroom
- bathroom 1: shower
Board basis
Room only
Location and surroundings
Distance to centre: approx. 2000 metres
Distance to train station albertville tgv station approx. 32,0 kilometres
Distance to bus stop approx. 200 metres
Distance to ski piste approx. 0 metres
Distance to ski lift approx. 200 metres
Distance to ski school approx. 200 metres
Nearest shops approx. 200 metres
Nearest (mini) supermarket approx. 200 metres
Facilities
General Information
- Official classification: no classification
- reception
- food establishment: restaurant
- drinking establishment: bar
- parking
- parking garage
- wireless internet internet in public area (added costs), in the room (added costs), at the reception (added costs)
- wash room facilities (washing machine: in the accommodation, dryer: in the accommodation)
- pets not allowed
- baby cot: for all guests with age up to 1 (incl.) year (free of charge) (to be mentioned at reservation)
Optional facilities
- wireless internet available in public area: approx. 20,00 € per piece per week(s) (to be paid at resort)
- wireless internet available in the room: approx. 20,00 € per piece per week(s) (to be paid at resort)
- bath towel package: approx. 10,00 € per piece per week(s) (to be paid at resort)
- final cleaning: approx. 59,00 € per unit per stay (to be paid at resort)
- cleaning package: approx. 10,00 € per piece per week(s) (to be paid at resort)
- place in car park: on request approx. 70,00 € per piece per week(s) (to be paid at resort)
Mandatory additional costs
- tourist tax: for all guests with age up from 18 year approx. 0,88 € per person per night (to be paid at resort, obligated)
Deposit
- deposit: approx. 250,00 € per stay (to be paid at resort, obligated)
Restaurant/bar
- food establishment: restaurant
- drinking establishment: bar
Children
- baby package including: (cot (exl. linen), baby bath tub, children's chair, bottle warmer)
- mini club, from 3 up to and including 10 years old (during local school holidays)
- junior club, from 11 up to and including 17 years old
Sports facilities
- billiards (added costs)
- table football (added costs)
- animation (during local school holidays) , animation for children during the day, in the evening, animation for adults (during local school holidays) morning, afternoon, in the evening
Les Saisies
Les Saisies has a steady snow record and was made famous during the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville. The biathlon and cross country skiing events were held in Les Saisies. The friendly population of the pretty village of Les Saisies awaits you with a warm welcome.
The many wooden houses and traditional chalets are built in perfect harmony with the wider surrounding. With its breathtaking views of Mont Blanc, fantastic nature, ski lifts that depart from the centre of the village and pistes that end here, Les Saisies is guaranteed to appeal to you.
There is a snow park for snowboarders as well as an excellent cross country skiing area with 100 kilometers of cross country skiing tracks set out in a varied and forested area. If you want to try something different you could hire a snow scooter or try sleighing on one of the sleigh pistes.
In the evening you can enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants and continue for a drink in one of the bars Les Saisies. If you feel like carrying on into the night you can head to the nightclub. There will be enough here to keep you entertained off the pistes!
The many wooden houses and traditional chalets are built in perfect harmony with the wider surrounding. With its breathtaking views of Mont Blanc, fantastic nature, ski lifts that depart from the centre of the village and pistes that end here, Les Saisies is guaranteed to appeal to you.
There is a snow park for snowboarders as well as an excellent cross country skiing area with 100 kilometers of cross country skiing tracks set out in a varied and forested area. If you want to try something different you could hire a snow scooter or try sleighing on one of the sleigh pistes.
In the evening you can enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants and continue for a drink in one of the bars Les Saisies. If you feel like carrying on into the night you can head to the nightclub. There will be enough here to keep you entertained off the pistes!
Les Saisies
Map
L'Espace Diamant
The villages of Les Saisies, Crest-Voland/Cohennoz, Flumet, Praz sur Arly and Notre Dame de Bellecombe all belong to the area of L’Espace Diamant with a total of 185 km (115 ml) of pistes. L’Espace Diamant is situated at the foot of Mont Blanc and is formed by the merging of Val d’Arly, Evasion Mont-Blanc and Espace Crystal. The resort is suitable for skiers and snowboarders of every level.
The mountain villages of Praz sur Arly and Notre Dame de Bellecombe in the Mont Blanc Region are two traditional villages while Flumet d’Arly (built in the 1950’s), has a more modern appeal. Access into the enormous ski area is well very well layed out. The skiing area around these villages is mainly within the treeline with low, stretched out pistes that are not too difficult.
The area near the villages of Les Saisies, Crest Voland, Cohennoz and Hauteluce has predominantly green, blue and some red pistes. Many lifts and pistes extend down into the villages.
The mountain villages of Praz sur Arly and Notre Dame de Bellecombe in the Mont Blanc Region are two traditional villages while Flumet d’Arly (built in the 1950’s), has a more modern appeal. Access into the enormous ski area is well very well layed out. The skiing area around these villages is mainly within the treeline with low, stretched out pistes that are not too difficult.
The area near the villages of Les Saisies, Crest Voland, Cohennoz and Hauteluce has predominantly green, blue and some red pistes. Many lifts and pistes extend down into the villages.
L'Espace Diamant
Location and surroundings
Distance to centre: approx. 2000 metres
Distance to train station albertville tgv station approx. 32,0 kilometres
Distance to bus stop approx. 200 metres
Distance to ski piste approx. 0 metres
Distance to ski lift approx. 200 metres
Distance to ski school approx. 200 metres
Nearest shops approx. 200 metres
Nearest (mini) supermarket approx. 200 metres
Practical information
Capital:
The capital of France is Paris
Time:
France is one hour ahead of the UK (GMT+1).
Language:
The official language is French.
Money:
The euro (€) is the official currency of France
Emergency number:
The local emergency number is 112.
Service charge (tip) in restaurants and bars :
It is not likely that the service charger will be added to the bill automatically. If you are pleased with the service you can round off or leave a tip of 10%.
Power:
The voltage is 220 and the socket is different compared to the general UK sockets. You can buy an European adapter in most airports and supermarkets.
Mobile:
A UK mobile phone should work in France. The setup for this may differ per provider, so it is best to inquire about this before hand.
Safety on the slopes:
In France, wearing a helmet is not mandatory but recommended (especially for children). In ski classes (for all ages), it is often compulsory.
Travel documents:
You must be in possession of a valid passport in order to travel to France.
Food and Drinks:
Cheese, croissants, baguettes and wine! It is possible to drink tap water.
Opening hours:
As a general rule, the shops are open on Monday/Friday from 09:00 to 19:00. However, some shops may close over lunchtime. On Sunday and Monday, a selection of shops are closed. Some supermarkets are open on Sunday mornings.
Public Holidays:
Christmas Day: 25 December, 2014 (Thursday)
Boxing Day: 26 December, 2014 (Friday)
New Year’s Day: 1 January, 2015 (Thursday)
Good Friday: 3 April, 2015
Easter Sunday: 5 April, 2015
Easter Monday: 6 April, 2015
Travelling by car:
Most motorways in France require you to pay a toll fee. The Pas Piccolo San Bernardo is closed the whole winter (November - June). Always check the locat weather reports before departing.
In some cities and towns it is obligaroty to have a "environmentsl sticker". It is not possible to buy these stickers en route. You will have to order them online before you leave home. French authorities advise you to print out the form and the confirmation of the sticker if it does not arrive at your home in time. You can find the form on:
https://www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/en/demande-ext/cgu
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Lift pass, lessons and ski/board hire
An Espace Diamant ski pass is included in the holiday price.
You can see the surcharges and discounts for extending your ski pass or no ski pass in step 1 (preferences) of the booking process. If a child or senior discount applies, this will be shown in step 2 (price overview). Would you like to know which ski pass is included in your travel time? Take a look at our FAQ .
Ski passes for children up to and including 4 years old are free. Children from 5 - 14 years old, and seniors from 65 years old, will receive a discount on their ski pass. These discounts can be found in the calculation of your travel sum. Identification is required when collecting your ski pass.
Any surcharges and discounts are only valid upon booking. Other rates are applied locally. It is not possible to redeem your ski pass on another day onsite. An extension of your ski pass can often be booked as an extra; you will find the price for this further in the booking process. A discount for “no ski pass” can also be found during the booking process.
You can specify ski and snowboard rental directly when booking. Check out our FAQ for more information about equipment rental.
The following equipment can be booked:
Bronze
This equipment is ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The equipment is particularly manoeuvrable, so it makes turning and braking easy. Parallel skiing is also possible with these skis.
Silver
This is ideal equipment for intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The equipment is manoeuvrable and suitable for cutting corners sharply. Even at high speeds, these skis provide great performance.
Gold
These skis and snowboards are made of high-quality material and are perfect for experienced skiers. They can also be used by skiers who have mastered parallel skiing. This comfortable equipment is suitable for all track types and snow conditions.
Diamond
These are high performance skis and snowboards with the latest technology and are suitable for the most experienced skiers.
TIP:
Tell our rental partner your exact requirements (e.g., off-piste skiing) so that they can help you select the right equipment.
You cannot book lessons in advance. You can arrange this yourself onsite.
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