Top 3 most beautiful panoramas In winter

Admiring the most beautiful snow-covered mountain panoramas has never been so easy.

Put contemplation at the heart of your stay, while enjoying the pleasures of the slopes or a privileged moment on the terrace with your loved ones. If you’re in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise, now’s the time to relax and make memories.

Discover our Top 3 spots in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise that are accessible to all and not to be missed.

Top 1Col de l'Aiguille

Top 2Plateau de Plan Bois

Top 3Marquise summit

1. Col de l'Aiguille

The Vallon du Clou and the Balmes glacier, viewed from the panoramic Col de l’Aiguille at 2552m, are an indisputable demonstration of nature’s power to impress.

Take time to appreciate this immaculate expanse of trackless snow, with the inimitable Balmes glacier in the background.

Access

From Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise Station, take the Grand Plan chairlift, then the Arpettaz chairlift and finally the Aiguille chairlift, the highest point in the resort.

Practical info

There’s an orientation table at the top of the Col de l’Aiguille, and a number of deckchairs for epicureans to enjoy.

Advice

To get the most out of this experience, we recommend you make this ascent as soon as the ski area opens, so you can enjoy the first morning light and the first tracks!

2. Wood Plan

The Plan Bois plateau is a magnificent spot at 1770m, with panoramic views of the Mont Pourri glaciers. You can see the Bourg-Saint-Maurice valley, as well as the Rosière ski resort and its access to Italy via the Col de Petit Saint Bernard.

Access

There are several ways to reach Plan Bois:

By a quick and comfortable chairlift or snowshoe from Chapelle Notre dame de Bonconseil (Bataillette sector).

Practical info

You can take the first “Grand Plan” chairlift from the bottom of the resort to the Plan Bois plateau. You’ll need a pedestrian pass to use it, which you can obtain from the lift ticket offices.

Advice

The Plateau de Plan Bois is an idyllic spot offering a warm and tasty stopover thanks to its 2 high-altitude restaurants located in the heart of Alpine authenticity facing the magnificent Mont Pourri glacier.

You’ll find 2 high-altitude restaurants: Les Brevettes and Chez Léon.

3. Marquise summit

To dominate the Haute Tarentaise valley, head for the summit of La Marquise.

You’ve arrived in the Haute-Tarentaise, but can you put a picture on this destination? Once you’ve reached the top of the Marquise, there’s no doubt about it: it’s right there in front of you. Early risers may even have the chance to admire a sumptuous sea of clouds.

Access

From the resort, take the Grand Plan chairlift, then the Arpettaz chairlift, then the La Chapelle blue run to reach the foot of the Marquise chairlift.

Practical info

Don’t hesitate to take a break at the restaurant des Marquises.
In this former alpine chalet, where Nadine and Jeff offer a small menu based on fresh, seasonal and local produce, such as lamb produced in Séez, you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view, facing Mont Pourri and the Aiguille Rouge.

Advice

If you’re into snowshoeing, the “Saint-Guérin” itinerary takes you to the start of the Marquise chairlift.
Pedestrian package: from €10

Live this experience

Access to certain viewpoints requires the use of skis.
To discover the nuggets of our ski area, don’t hesitate to ask one of our professional mountain partners to accompany you.

Top 3 most beautiful panoramas In winter

1. Col de l'Aiguille

2. Wood Plan

3. Marquise summit

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