ALBIEZ MONTROND is a typical Alpine village-resort offering great views over the Aiguilles d'Arves (altitude: 3514m). It is located in southern Savoie, 14km from St Jean d'Arves and 29km from Le Corbier.
CHILDREN Children from 3mths to 6yrs old: creche. Children from 3s and over: snow kindergarten.
(Please note that BCG and healthcare records are required)
OTHER ACTIVITIES Local ski area:BR> 40km of pistes. 6-day lift pass (2005/2006 prices): Adult: 80 euros Child (5-11s): 67.50 euros Children under 5: free
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 30 Km Cross-country skiing:
Otherwise known as "The Roof of Europe", Savoie is an area rich in natural treasures.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional...
From tiny paths to steep trails, discover the Alpine peaks, the Alpine gastronomy, small villages with colourful stories and most importantly, breathe in the fresh and revitalising mountain air.
Ski aside, there is also a wide range of activities to choose from: snowmobile, dog-sledding, snowshoeing...
Land of gourmets and culinary arts, with 340 sorts of cheese and 450 quality wines...Be a guest to France's finest table. From the North to the South, the country takes pride in its writers & poets, its world famous castles, churches, cathedrals and museums, all of which worked their magic, attracting holiday-makers from all around the globe. France boasts some of the most magnificent and diverse landscapes which influenced and became models for paintings by impressionist and surrealist masters, arousing the curiosity of people who came to see with their own eyes what it was all about...
Whether you enjoy sports, both on land or at sea, or you have a liking for remains of the Past, or if you are simply a nature lover, France will welcome you with open arms. People from all regions, towns and villages are expecting you and may even tempt you to take up residence in a country where the living is easy.
A word of advice from Lagrange : French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep money handy.