Not Just a Ski Town - Attractions of La Tania

For winter sports enthusiasts, a skiing trip in the French Alps is the stuff of dreams and a thrilling opportunity. Thousands of holidaymakers flock to the resort of La Tania each year, a ski town created for the 1992 Winter Olympics. The resort is home to the best ski schools in the world, and hundreds of kilometres of runs and pistes, ranging from kindergarten slopes to advanced. You may catch sight of Olympic athletes doing practice runs or performing, and state-of-the-art lifts and gondolas run practically to the front door of your private ski chalet. La Tania is so much more than just a ski resort though...

A place of incredible natural beauty

• Majestic’ is the only way to truly describe the mountains of French Alps, the highest of which (Mont Blanc) rises close to an impressive 5000 metres. Peaceful pine forests surround the town, providing a measure of protection from the harsh elements and serenading you with the soundtrack of nature while staying in a lovely chalet. La Tania has hiking and walking tracks as well as skiing paths, and provides access to Vanoise National Park, France’s first national park.

Established in 1963, the park offers nearly 600 kilometres of hiking paths, wherein you can catch sight of such as the Alpine Ibex and bearded vulture, as well as Alpine wolves and lynxes. There are also more than 1200 species of flora. Hike the marked trails on your own or hire a professional guide to help you explore the treasures of the park in more depth—anything from a day trip to up to 10 days. You can also sleep overnight in an authentic mountain hut a la Heidi! Be sure to take a camera and respect the rules—such natural beauty deserves both your appreciation and your respect.

The lap of luxury If enjoying the ‘good life’ and pampering yourself is more your speed, nothing can be more indulgent than staying in your own luxury ski chalet. La Tania is as famous for its iconic accommodation as its snow sports. You can drink champagne and eat chocolates in front of a roaring fire, or indulge in a private massage in the privacy of your chalet. La Tania also has world-class spas, complete with heated pools and saunas, to ensure that each and every part of your body is pampered and relaxed. If you schedule your trip during the town’s annual Well-Being Week, you can avail of incredible beautification and relaxation package deals. Prefer to indulge other senses? Your palate will definitely be in heaven as you experience the delights of the area’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Le Farcon (be sure to try their roast pork en croute with fluffy pomme puree). If you prefer something a little more casual, head on out to the Pub Le Ski Lodge for a night of partying and live entertainment.

It's a cliché but it's true: there really is something for everyone in this delightful resort.

Danielle Hodges is the Marketing Manager for Ski Amis, a specialist ski travel agency and booking service offering bonded holidays in La Tania and other fantastic locations. If you're looking for a catered or self catered ski chalet, La Tania is ideal. For a luxury or good-value skiing holiday call Ski Amis.

Writer and Online Marketing Manager in London.