Skigebied Paradiski
Paradiski is one of France's most celebrated linked ski domains, connecting Les Arcs and La Plagne across the Vanoise Express cable car. With around 425 km of marked runs served by roughly 425 lifts, it offers a genuinely vast playground for all levels, and Nivosola lists 83 accommodation options starting from EUR 409 per person.
Accommodations in Paradiski
La Plagne8.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Prestige Front de Neige
La Plagne8.5Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Mont Soleil
Les Arcs8.6Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Belmont
La Plagne10.0Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Gémeaux
Les Arcs8.3Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Prestige Edenarc
La Plagne8.0Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Prestige Front de Neige
Les Arcs10.0Paradiski, Frankrijk
Premium Résidence Les Alpages de Chantel
La Plagne8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Pierre et Vacances Les Constellations
La Plagne9.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Snoroc
La Plagne8.6Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence W2050
La Plagne8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Les Constellations - Voordeeltarief
La Plagne8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Les Gémeaux
Champagny en Vanoise9.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Terresens l'Etoile de la Vanoise
La Plagne8.4Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Mont Soleil
La Plagne8.0Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Odalys Prestige Front de Neige - Voordeeltarief
La Plagne8.5Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Odalys Le Pelvoux
La Plagne8.6Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Snoroc
Champagny en Vanoise8.3Paradiski, Frankrijk
Residence les Alpages
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Belmont
Champagny en Vanoise8.0Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Hôtelière les Balcons Etoilés
La Plagne8.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Néréïdes
Champagny en Vanoise8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence le Grand Bouquetin
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Prestige Odalys Edenarc
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Belmont - voordeeltarief
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Premium Arc 1950 Le Village
La Plagne8.7Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence CGH le White Pearl Lodge & Spa ***** - Voordeeltarief
Les Arcs8.7Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Pierre et Vacances Prémium Les Alpages de Chantel
Les Arcs9.0Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Maeva Home - Arc 1950 Le Village
Les Arcs7.8Paradiski, Frankrijk
Village Club du Soleil Les Arcs 1800
La Plagne7.8Paradiski, Frankrijk
Hotel Le Terra Nova - Voordeeltarief
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Prestige Odalys Edenarc - voordeeltarief
Les Arcs8.3Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Maeva Home Le Roselend
La Plagne9.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence MGM Manaka
Peisey-Nancroix8.3Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Terresens le Quartz
La Plagne8.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
SOWELL Family La Lauzière - Voordeeltarief
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Premium Arc 1950 Le Village - voordeeltarief
Les Arcs8.4Paradiski, Frankrijk
Hotel Club MMV Les Mélèzes - Extra ingekocht
Les Arcs8.8Paradiski, Frankrijk
Appart'hôtel Prestige Odalys Eden
Les Arcs8.3Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Premium Le Roselend
La Plagne8.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
SOWELL Family La Lauzière
Les Arcs8.7Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Alpages de Chantel
Les Arcs8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Chalet Altitude
La Plagne8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Hotel Club MMV les 2 Domaines
Peisey-Nancroix9.8Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Chalet Les Amis
La Plagne7.8Paradiski, Frankrijk
Hotel Club MMV Plagne 2000
La Plagne9.1Paradiski, Frankrijk
Hotel Carlina Belle Plagne
Les Arcs9.4Paradiski, Frankrijk
Hotel Taj I Mah
Champagny en Vanoise8.2Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence les Terrasses de la Vanoise
Snow report & 7-day forecast
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Who Is Paradiski For?
Paradiski suits almost every skier. Beginners will find gentle magic carpets and wide green runs in purpose-built resort villages, while intermediates can spend days cruising long blue and red motorways across two interconnected mountains. Experts are well served by steep couloirs, off-piste itineraries and challenging black runs on both the Les Arcs and La Plagne sides.
Families are particularly well catered for. The purpose-built nature of many Paradiski villages means ski-in ski-out lodging is common, lift queues are spread across a large network, and dedicated children's areas with magic carpets and gentle slopes make learning stress-free for young skiers.
Slopes and Lifts
The domain offers a wide variety of terrain spread across two major mountain areas linked by the iconic Vanoise Express double-decker cable car. The lift fleet is impressively diverse, including 117 gondolas, 471 chair lifts and 28 cable cars for comfortable uphill travel, alongside 495 platters and 244 magic carpets that keep beginners and park skiers moving efficiently.
With nearly 1,500 individual lifts across the broader area and terrain ranging from gentle valley floors to high-altitude glaciers, you are unlikely to ski the same run twice in a short holiday. The sheer scale means even a week-long trip only scratches the surface of what Paradiski offers.
Snow Reliability
Paradiski benefits from high-altitude skiing, with many runs sitting above 2,000 metres and glacier terrain pushing even higher. Historical snow depth data from Nivosola shows strong and consistent cover across recent winters: peak depths of 177 cm in 2020/21, 167 cm in 2021/22, 154 cm in 2022/23, 191 cm in 2023/24 and 168 cm in 2024/25.
Those figures translate into real confidence when booking. Even in lower-snow seasons, the maximum depth has remained well above 150 cm, and the resort's extensive snowmaking infrastructure acts as an additional buffer on lower runs. If natural snow is a priority, the data suggests you can book with genuine peace of mind.
Apres-Ski and Atmosphere
The two resort clusters within Paradiski have quite different personalities, which is part of their appeal. Les Arcs has a lively, international atmosphere with bars, restaurants and late-night venues that pick up as soon as the lifts close. La Plagne tends to feel slightly more family-oriented and quieter in the evenings, though it still offers a solid range of dining and bar options across its many villages.
Beyond the bars, both areas offer ice skating, snowshoeing, tobogganing and snowmobile experiences for non-skiing days or evenings. The food scene covers everything from quick mountain snack bars to sit-down Savoyard restaurants serving raclette and fondue, making the off-slope experience as satisfying as the skiing itself.
Getting There and Practical Tips
Paradiski is located in the French Alps in the Savoie department. The most convenient gateway airport is Chambery, roughly 120 km away, with Lyon and Geneva also within practical transfer range. Eurostar ski trains from London St Pancras to Bourg-Saint-Maurice run on Saturdays during the season, depositing you directly in the valley below Les Arcs, making a car-free trip entirely feasible.
Book your accommodation early through Nivosola, where 83 properties are listed starting from EUR 409 per person. Ski-in ski-out options are common in the purpose-built villages, which saves time every morning. A Paradiski area pass covers the full linked domain including the Vanoise Express crossing, so there is no need to purchase separate passes for each resort side.
Best Time to Go
The core season runs from mid-December through to mid-April, with February and March generally offering the best combination of snow depth, daylight hours and settled weather. Historical peak snow depths in Paradiski have consistently occurred in late winter, suggesting February or March as the sweet spot for those who want the deepest cover.
Early January can be excellent value and is often quieter than the Christmas and February school-holiday peaks. If you are targeting powder days and do not mind a little unpredictability, January is worth serious consideration. For guaranteed groomed runs, sunshine and long ski days, late March is hard to beat.
Villages in this ski area
Snow depth by winter
Snow reliability: Excellent (81/100), based on altitude and historical snow depth.
Maximum snow depth (cm) per winter season. Source: Open-Meteo (ERA5).
Paradiski on the map
Lifts and pistes based on OpenStreetMap.
FAQ about Paradiski
How many km of pistes does Paradiski have?
Paradiski has approximately 6550 km of marked downhill pistes (source: OpenStreetMap).
How many lifts are there in Paradiski?
Paradiski is served by around 1481 ski lifts.
What does a ski holiday to Paradiski cost?
Accommodations in Paradiski start from around €409 per person; Nivosola compares 83 options, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow in Paradiski?
Yes. Recent winters reached a maximum snow depth of around 191 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How do I travel between Les Arcs and La Plagne within Paradiski?
The two areas are connected by the Vanoise Express, a large double-decker cable car that crosses the valley between Arc 1600 and Montchavin. It is included in the Paradiski area lift pass and takes around four minutes to cross, making it straightforward to ski both mountains in a single day.
Is Paradiski suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Both Les Arcs and La Plagne have dedicated beginner zones with magic carpets and gentle green runs, many of which are accessible at village level so new skiers do not need to take a high-altitude lift on their first days. Ski schools are available throughout the resort with English-speaking instructors.
How reliable is the snow cover in Paradiski?
Historical data shows strong snow reliability. Peak snow depths over the last five winters have ranged from 154 cm to 191 cm, with no season falling short of solid cover. High-altitude terrain above 2,000 metres and extensive snowmaking on lower slopes provide additional security throughout the season.