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    The Pra Loup resort is linked to the Val d'Allos to form the Espace Lumière (Photo © Pra Loup)
    27 February 2024 11:54

    3 good reasons to go skiing at Espace Lumière (Pra Loup-Val d'Allos-La Foux)

    The Espace Lumière, which brings together the resorts of Pra Loup and Val d'Allos, offers an exceptional panoramic setting for ski enthusiasts, at an altitude of between 1400 and 2600 metres.

    Le Petit Montagnard gives you three good reasons to spend a holiday in one of the resorts in theEspace Lumière.

    The ski area is large and varied

    The Espace Lumière is one of the largest ski areas in the Southern Alps, with 180 kilometres of pistes between Val d'Allos La Foux and Pra Loup.

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    With slopes winding through larch forests, curving through valleys and untouched open spaces, the Espace Lumière ski areas have something for everyone, from expert skiers to beginners.

    This vast expanse means that skiers of all abilities can find routes to suit their needs, with 90 ski runs, including 8 black, 40 red, 27 blue and 15 green, spread evenly between the two resorts.

    Snow cover is guaranteed every year

    The geographical location of the Espace Lumière resorts provides favourable weather conditions, with natural, regular snow cover throughout the winter period.

    Espace Lumiere

    In the event of a shortage of snow, the resort has the infrastructure to make up for it, guaranteeing snow cover whatever happens. with snow cannons.

    By combining all these factors, the Espace Lumière boasts some of the best snow conditions in the Southern Alps.

    Easy access from Marseille and Nice

    Espace Lumière is easily accessible. From Nice, it's just a 2? hour drive from the Mediterranean to the ski slopes.

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    Every Saturday, from Marseille airport or Aix-en-Provence TGV station, a shuttle bus picks you up and drops you off at Espace Lumière. This proximity to major cities means that skiers can combine simplicity with a stay in the mountains.

    What's more, the area is well served by public transport, with bus, shuttle and train options available from surrounding towns. This convenient accessibility makes the Espace Lumière an attractive destination for local and national skiers.


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    Opening : from 16/12/2023 to 7/04/2024
    Adult day : 45 €
    Children's day : 38 €
    6 days adult : 6 days € 227
    6 days child : 6 days €192
    Season : 660 €

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