Apartment Plein de vie

Set in the heart of the renowned Alpe d'Huez, Apartment Plein de Vie enjoys a prime location in what is affectionately known as "The Island in the Sun." This iconic ski resort, celebrated for its family-friendly atmosphere and thrilling sports offerings, stands tall among the most famous destinations for winter enthusiasts. However, Alpe d'Huez is not just a winter wonderland; it beckons visitors with its year-round allure, captivating both summer and winter enthusiasts alike.

The apartment's doorstep opens to a vibrant tapestry of amenities and attractions that define the charm of Alpe d'Huez. For skiing aficionados, the exceptional ski area is a playground of endless possibilities. With its high altitude, the omnipresent Sarenne glacier, and a network of over 1000 snow guns, the ski area guarantees a pristine blanket of snow throughout the season. This setting allows enthusiasts to revel in long descents and relish the substantial difference in altitude that characterises the region.

What sets Alpe d'Huez apart and adds to the thrill for skiers is the opportunity to conquer slopes that stretch for several kilometres. Five routes, boasting nearly 10,000 metres of elevation change, promise an exhilarating experience of almost an hour and a half of uninterrupted skiing—an adventure that transcends the typical lift-dependent escapades.

The proximity of Apartment Plein de Vie to the resort centre, a mere 5 metres away, ensures that the heartbeat of Alpe d'Huez is right at your doorstep. The Telecentre, standing just 200 metres away, becomes the gateway to the expansive ski area, offering seamless access to the slopes, while the nearest track, Le Signal, beckons with its promise of thrilling descents. In addition, the ski school is conveniently within reach, making this location an ideal haven for both seasoned skiers and those eager to embark on their snowy adventures.

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Just under 2 hours from Grenoble airport, you can access this resort with ease, from anywhere in the world! Alpe d'Huez ski area encompasses an altitude range of 1130m-3330m, including one of Europe’s largest nursery areas, ideal for beginners, as well as a huge range of blue and red pistes.

Around the resort you will find the gentler slopes, where beginners can start to find their feet, while those more experienced can head straight to the lifts at Les Bergers, your gateway to the 250km of linked pistes on offer, including 17 black slopes, 39 red slopes, 38 blue slopes and 41 green slopes!

Resort hosts a wide variety of eateries, from pizzerias and cafés to more high-end restaurants, and everything in between! By night, the town comes alive – with pubs, clubs and often live music events, you can be sure to find the perfect spot to dance, sing and party late into the night. With five ski resorts in total and two traditional mountain villages, there’s plenty of action and something for everyone!

Of course, Alpe D’Huez is famous as a winter sports paradise, but there are endless activities on offer all year round! The range of activities for you enjoy depends on the time of year you choose to visit. The Palais des Sports leisure centre available for a range of indoor sports, as well as offering an ice rink and a swimming pool! Out on the mountain, you can try some thrilling sports, including ice climbing, snowmobiling, ski joëring and husky sledging – and even paragliding or a helicopter ride is on the menu if you’re feeling brave!

For a slightly slower pace, simply treat yourself to a trip to the spa in the local town. And that’s just on land!