Notre Dame de Bellecombe introduction
General Information
The Notre Dame de Bellecombe resort is a large resort in the Savoie region. It offers skiers 94 miles of 30 pistes, a vertical descent of 920 metres, 4 chair lifts and 15 surface lifts. Other resorts that are nearby include the Areches Beaufort, the Les Saisies and the Seythenex. The Notre Dame de Bellecombe resort is best for novice skiers and snow boarders but there are also more complicated terrains for intermediates and experts. It is located near the airport of Geneve and the train station in Albertville. The resort is a popular place not just for skiing and snowboarding but also for other activities such as relaxing in a pleasant mountain environment.
Winter Activities
Since the Notre Dame de Bellecombe is primarily a ski resort, the best winter activities it offers include skiing and snowboarding. Snowboarding is done at the terrain park while skiing is done at the 8 kilometer-long cross country trails. The resort offers slopes for different skiing levels and is known for its 71-year of skiing legacy. Individuals who ski in the area are not only drawn with the good amount of snow but also the breathtaking scenery and the place’s rustic charm. Aside from skiing and snowboarding, there are other great activities to engage in during winter. Snowy slopes can be freely explored with snowshoeing. With a guide, anyone can explore four trails and view the resort’s unspoilt flora and fauna in the mountains. The Adventure Park is also open during winters.
Summer Activities
The Notre Dame de Bellecombe resort also has a lot to offer to summer visitors. The place is not only sought during winter because summer months can also open visitors to a deluge of activities. Relaxation through various activities and sports is possible and recharging can easily be done even just by absorbing the scenery around the resort. Some of the other activities that have made this ski resort popular during summer include rock climbing and white water sports for the more adventurous, walking and hiking for those who want to take nature trips, fishing and golfing, mountain biking either downhill or cross country, hot air ballooning and paragliding. Lakes and pools are also available for simple relaxation as well as guided visits to mountain farms, Baroque churches and discovery trails.
Additional Information
The Notre Dame de Bellecombe ski resort can be easily accessible using various modes of transportation. The nearest airports include the Chambery Airport and the Geneve Airport. Coach train connections are also available especially for those coming from UK. For entertainment and night outs, Notre Dame de Bellecombe also offers a good number of restaurants, night clubs, shops and bars. Other places of interest include the St, Nicholas Chapelle and the Loue Croue Leisure Centre.