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val d’isere covers half of the renowned espace
Killy ski area, arguably the greatest in the world.
With a huge variety of terrain, on and off piste, it
benefits from some of the best snow in europe.
The village dates back to 1664, giving the resort
more character than most other
high-altitude
locations. and although val d’isère has always had
a reputation as a great place to party, there has been
such an improvement in the accommodation, shops
and restaurants, that it is now more luxurious than ever.
The resort is obviously renowned for its skiing and
snowboarding but it has plenty to offer part-time and
non-skiers, too. its fabulous leisure centre provides
swimming, squash and wall-climbing facilities, while its
ice-driving circuit is reputed to be the world’s
most thrilling. dog sledding,
paragliding,
Val d’Isère, France – Chalet Eagle’s Nest
