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Ski area Les Orres
Information about the ski area
| Highest point: | 2,720 m | (magic) carpet lifts: | 2 |
| Lowest point: | 1,550 m | Pistes in total: | 100 km |
| Altitude ski resort: | 1,550 m |
Pistes:
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30 km |
| Lifts in total: | 17 |
Pistes:
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60 km |
| Gondola lift: | 0 |
Pistes:
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10 km |
| Chair lifts: | 7 | ||
| Tow lifts: | 8 | ||
Ski area Les Orres
In Les Orres, you can go straight from bed to the slopes - on around 100 kilometres of piste, which are accessible with the "Les Orres" lift pass. The descent to the valley leads right into the village. With an entrance at 1,550 metres above sea level, the Les Orres resort is relatively high up and offers a truly breathtaking panoramic view of some of the highest mountains in the French Alps from the highest point at 2,720 metres. Skiers can enjoy the finest blue and red pistes as well as some tricky black pistes across four mountain peaks, which are easy to navigate depending on the skier's level. The region's motto is "skiing with quality", which means skiing fun on a total of 36 pistes. More than 50 per cent of these can be covered with artificial snow.
Parents can leave their three to five-year-olds to play on the separate practice slope in the valley area or send them to the beginners' slope for six to twelve-year-olds. For ski and snowboard cracks who are young at heart, there is an impressive snowpark with rails and kickers. Snowboarders of all abilities can let off steam on the boarder cross. The Les Orres family area offers a comprehensive range of activities for all ages.
The ski area also has over 120 Wi-Fi hotspots that you can connect to free of charge.
Parents can leave their three to five-year-olds to play on the separate practice slope in the valley area or send them to the beginners' slope for six to twelve-year-olds. For ski and snowboard cracks who are young at heart, there is an impressive snowpark with rails and kickers. Snowboarders of all abilities can let off steam on the boarder cross. The Les Orres family area offers a comprehensive range of activities for all ages.
The ski area also has over 120 Wi-Fi hotspots that you can connect to free of charge.
Après ski Les Orres
After a day of skiing or as an alternative, you can go tobogganing. One highlight is the 700 metre long L'Orrian Express toboggan run, which whizzes down on rails. The run is floodlit in the evening, making it a great experience, especially at dusk. Those who prefer to get around on foot will find the best opportunities for idyllic tours around Les Orres with views of the surrounding mountain giants. Around 15 kilometres of winter hiking trails and numerous routes for snowshoe hikers lead from the village through the Durance Valley.
For those who prefer to explore the area sitting down instead of hiking, a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh is recommended. Another highlight for families with little ones is the ice rink in the village, where children can try their hand at ice skating. A bird's eye view of a snow-covered dream landscape - this is also possible in Les Orres. Paragliding flights are also offered in the village.
If that's not enough, you can find even more activities at the tourist information centre in the village centre. The weekly programme is posted here every Saturday, announcing events, parties and other exclusive activities.
The nightlife in Les Orres is rather quiet, but you can still enjoy a delicious meal, sip a hot chocolate or dance the night away. For dinner, we recommend the cheese fondue or raclette at "La Bouscatière" or the classic-style French Kitchen at "Côté Terroir". For discerning palates, exquisite wines and spirits are served alongside delicious tapas in the "Winter Lounge". In the lower neighbourhood of Orres 1650, bars await thirsty visitors. Beer, cocktails, wine - "A Grande Cabane", for example, is the place to be. Afterwards, it's time to party with a DJ at "Le Spot" in the town centre, for example.
For those who prefer to explore the area sitting down instead of hiking, a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh is recommended. Another highlight for families with little ones is the ice rink in the village, where children can try their hand at ice skating. A bird's eye view of a snow-covered dream landscape - this is also possible in Les Orres. Paragliding flights are also offered in the village.
If that's not enough, you can find even more activities at the tourist information centre in the village centre. The weekly programme is posted here every Saturday, announcing events, parties and other exclusive activities.
The nightlife in Les Orres is rather quiet, but you can still enjoy a delicious meal, sip a hot chocolate or dance the night away. For dinner, we recommend the cheese fondue or raclette at "La Bouscatière" or the classic-style French Kitchen at "Côté Terroir". For discerning palates, exquisite wines and spirits are served alongside delicious tapas in the "Winter Lounge". In the lower neighbourhood of Orres 1650, bars await thirsty visitors. Beer, cocktails, wine - "A Grande Cabane", for example, is the place to be. Afterwards, it's time to party with a DJ at "Le Spot" in the town centre, for example.
Snowpark Les Orres: Les Orres Snowpark
The snowpark in the Les Orres area offers a number of unusual trails over a considerable area. In addition to the "blue line", which is also suitable for beginners due to its medium level of difficulty, more experienced freestylers can also put their skills to the test on the "red line", which is designated as difficult. The park offers boxes, rails and kickers up to 6 metres high.
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