Discover Bonneval-Sur-Arc

Bonneval-sur-Arc brings together alpine winter activities, trails with cultural connections, and an annual cycling morning at the start of summer. When choosing your destination, you can first decide whether skiing, an easy walk to L'Écot, or the seasonal cycling event will shape your stay. The details below also introduce historic places and a regional specialty.

Winter: Slopes, Ski Touring and Paret Sledding

The alpine ski area of Bonneval-sur-Arc has 26 runs. If skiing is your main focus, this number gives you a concrete indication of what the destination offers. There are also ski touring options: an introductory tour led by the ski school goes from Bonneval-sur-Arc to the Vallonnet Glacier. The ski touring route to the Vallonnet Glacier is considered accessible; it has an elevation gain of at least 150 metres. The information about the introductory tour and the route describes different aspects of ski touring: a guided introduction and a route with a stated elevation gain.

Another winter activity is riding a paret sled. The ESF in Bonneval-sur-Arc offers the traditional sledding experience with a paret. The paret is considered accessible to everyone aged five and over. In winter, numerous ice cascades also form between the village of Bonneval-sur-Arc and the hamlet of L'Écot. So, alongside slopes and ski touring, sledding and winter ice formations offer different themes to consider when planning your trip.

Montée de l'Écot and Historic Places

The easy Montée de l'Écot connects Bonneval-sur-Arc with the hamlet of L'Écot. Along the way, the route passes the Chapelle Sainte Marguerite, built in the 12th century, and offers views of the village and the surrounding peaks. Conditions may vary by season; take this into account when planning your outing.

The hamlet of L'Écot has been designated a protected site since 1971 and represents authentic mountain culture. Another historic landmark is in the village centre: the Église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption is located in the historic centre of Bonneval-sur-Arc. This distinguishes a protected hamlet, a chapel on the Montée de l'Écot, and a church in the village centre, without presenting them as a single visit.

Cycling Event and Getting There

For L'Iserane, the pass road is reserved for cyclists for one morning every year at the beginning of summer. Cyclists set off from Bonneval-sur-Arc or Val d'Isère and meet at the pass, which is over 2,700 metres high. If this event is important to your travel plans, check the dates in advance: the annual schedule may change.

From Modane station, the S53 bus takes travellers to Bonneval-sur-Arc in about one hour and 15 minutes. Check the timetable and journey time before travelling, as this is current access information.

A Regional Specialty

Bleu de Bonneval-sur-Arc also offers a culinary connection to the region. This cheese can be enjoyed all year round on its own on a slice of bread, with a glass of wine, or cooked. These are different ways to include the same product in a meal: as a topping, alongside wine, or in a cooked dish. If regional cuisine is part of your destination choice, this range of options gives you a concrete point of reference.

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