Following previous forays through the enchanting resort of Les Arcs 1950 and Les Arcs 2000, I want to take you to the high peaks of the Aiguille Rouge, at the impressive altitude of 3227 metres.
If you’re heading to Les Arcs in France and are looking for an adventure that offers both excitement and breathtaking views, the Aiguille Rouge is the place to be. Located in the heart of the Vanoise massif, this peak spectacularly dominates the Les Arcs ski area and is accessible by cable car in both winter and summer.
One thing is certain: it’s not every day you get the chance to be above 3227 metres, especially without being an experienced climber. The Varet cable car and the Aiguille Rouge cable car make this magical ascent possible, allowing visitors to reach the summit without considerable physical effort.
This route allows you to enjoy views of the snow-capped peaks of Mont Blanc and the vast landscape of the Arcs 2000.
The starting point of this adventure is at Arcs 2000, from where a short walk takes us to the Varet cable car station. And less than 6 minutes later, the cable car reaches the Aiguille Rouge cable car station at 2679m.
Here, the view opens up to the Arcs 2000 valley and the Aiguille Grive mountain.
At La Varet you will find a building with a superb architecture, which includes a full size terrace with a spectacular view over the Les Arcs valley.
Inside the building there is a restaurant, where you can dine both inside and outside and enjoy local food and drinks while enjoying the mountain scenery.
For adrenaline-seeking adventurers, this terrace is also the starting point for the zip line, which takes you down to Les Arcs 2000 in just a few seconds.
Last but not least, the terrace includes a large solarium area, a dedicated area where you can lie in the sun to get a tan.
For those who want to go all the way to the top of the Aiguille Rouge, there’s a cable car at Varet to take you up another 1000 metres.
The Aiguille Rouge peak offers an unparalleled view of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps, with a privileged view of the Mont Blanc massif.
Even on days when the weather isn’t perfect, the spectacle is guaranteed and Europe’s biggest mountain, with its eternal snows, seems very close.
Please note: Access to the Aiguille Rouge is not possible on Mondays as the cableway facilities are closed. Consult the Les Arcs Tourist Office for more information and assistance in planning your visit (available at Bourg-Saint-Maurice, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950 and Arc 2000).
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