{"id":53326,"date":"2021-12-20T15:25:23","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T14:25:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/?p=53326"},"modified":"2023-07-04T16:07:15","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T14:07:15","slug":"what-is-the-winter-season-really-like-in-the-alps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/what-is-the-winter-season-really-like-in-the-alps\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Winter Season Really Like in the Alps?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Winter in the Alps is a completely magical time. With an abundance of activities, beautiful scenery, and amazing food on offer, it\u2019s no wonder thousands of people flock to the French Alps every year for their holidays.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But, if you\u2019re yet to visit, you may be wondering: What is the winter season really like in the Alps? In this article, we\u2019re going to cover the following\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Things to do in the French Alps<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Where you should stay <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>How to get to and around the resort<\/strong> <strong>you\u2019re visiting<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read on to see what you can expect when visiting the French Alps in winter\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1537\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-52787\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-1024x615.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-2048x1230.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-150x90.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-250x150.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-350x210.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/clement-delhaye-cnluLIyhpBA-unsplash-1920x1153.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:45px\"><strong>Things to do\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-activities-in-the-french-alps\"><strong>Activities in the French Alps<\/strong>\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although there are hundreds of activities on offer, ultimately, the main reason people spend the winter season in the Alps is to ski or snowboard. Come mid-December, the lifts begin to operate, bars and restaurants re-open, and resorts generally grow busier with people visiting for their ski holidays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we mentioned, there are plenty of other activities to try if you\u2019re not a skier such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Snowshoeing<\/li><li>Skidooing<\/li><li>Dog sledding<\/li><li>Sledging<\/li><li>Ice skating <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026and more! Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/what-is-apres-ski-our-guide-to-your-time-off-the-slopes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">post about apr\u00e8s-ski<\/a> explains what\u2019s on in-resort, from nightlife to family activities, shopping, and what you can get up to at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/search?destination=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your accommodation<\/a>. If you\u2019re new to skiing, take a look at our archive of posts for beginners <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/?s=beginner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-background-dim\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-51206\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/ross-parmly-rf6ywHVkrlY-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>How do I get to and around the resort?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-transport-to-the-french-alps\"><strong>Transport to the French Alps<\/strong>\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How you get to your chosen resort depends on which resort it is and where you\u2019re leaving from. So, depending on those factors, you may be able to choose from the following modes of transport:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Plane<\/li><li>Train<\/li><li>Car<\/li><li>Bus<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the quickest way to get anywhere is flying, but if you\u2019re travelling as a family with heavy luggage, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurotunnel.com\/uk\/driving-in-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">driving<\/a> may be a better option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re heading to the French Alps from the UK, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/tag\/transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our transport<\/a> archives to see how best to get to some of the popular resorts by plane, train, or by car.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- Start SVG for Props Slider -->\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: none;\">\n    <symbol id=\"icon-book\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n        <path d=\"m354 276l-158 76 0-36 94-42c11-5 21-9 32-13-8-3-18-7-30-12l-96-44 0-35 158 75 0 31z m-101-258c133 0 241 108 241 241 0 133-108 241-241 241-133 0-241-108-241-241 0-133 108-241 241-241z m0 458c120 0 217-97 217-217 0-120-97-217-217-217-120 0-217 97-217 217 0 120 97 217 217 217z\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n    <symbol id=\"icon-ovo\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n      <path d=\"m259 494c-130 0-236-105-236-235 0-130 106-236 236-236 130 0 235 106 235 236 0 130-105 235-235 235z m0-447c-117 0-212 95-212 212 0 117 95 212 212 212 117 0 212-95 212-212 0-117-95-212-212-212z m-71 308l155-72c0 0 13-28 0-57l-155-70c0 0-10 23 1 50l100 45c0 0 10 3 0 7-12 5-101 45-101 45 0 0-7 26 0 52z\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n    <symbol id=\"icon-ovo-circle-left\" viewBox=\"0 0 43.47 43.47\">\n        <circle class=\"circle-ovo\" cx=\"21.73\" cy=\"21.73\" r=\"19.23\" \/>\n        <path d=\"M13.12 20.44l13.23-6.32v3l-7.92 3.57q-1.28.58-2.67 1.06 1 .38 2.52 1l8.07 3.69v2.89l-13.23-6.27z\" fill=\"#fff\" fill-opacity=\"1\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n    <symbol id=\"icon-ovo-circle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 43.47 43.47\">\n        <circle class=\"circle-ovo\" cx=\"21.73\" cy=\"21.73\" r=\"19.23\" \/>\n        <path d=\"M30.35 23l-13.23 6.35v-3L25 22.81q1.28-.58 2.67-1.06-1-.38-2.52-1L17.12 17v-2.88l13.23 6.28z\" fill=\"#fff\" fill-opacity=\"1\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n<\/svg>\n<!-- End SVG for Props Slider -->\n\n<!-- Start HTML for Props Slider -->\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Browse accommodation in the French Alps<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"container-fluid container-fluid-otherprops container-white\">\n    <div class=\"fade-right\">\n        <div class=\"hero-arrow hero-arrow-left\">\n            <svg class=\"icon icon-ovo-circle-left\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#icon-ovo-circle-left\"><\/use><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"slider-otherprops rsDefault\" data-filters=\"&destination=0\">\n        <!-- Slider loaded via ajax depending on resolution -->\n        <div class=\"new-props-loading\">\n            <span class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span><span class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span><span class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"fade-left\">\n        <div class=\"hero-arrow hero-arrow-right\">\n            <svg class=\"icon icon-ovo-circle-right\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#icon-ovo-circle-right\"><\/use><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End HTML for Props Slider -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport within your chosen resort<\/strong>\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The further benefit of driving is you\u2019ll have your car with you in resort. Most of the time, ski resorts have efficient ski-bus systems, but if you\u2019re staying a little further out of town, you may find it easier to have a vehicle to get around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just bear in mind, legally, you\u2019ll either need winter tyres or snow chains (ideally both) when driving in the French Alps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-50778\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/victoire-joncheray-Fsw3IORqz8w-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>Where should I stay?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-accommodation-in-the-french-alps\">Accommodation in the French Alps\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Different ski resorts appeal to different types of visitors. Resorts such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/chalets\/france\/la-clusaz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Clusaz<\/a>, Avoriaz, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/chalets\/france\/la-plagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Plagne<\/a> often appeal to families with young children learning to ski. Places such as Val Thorens and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/chalets\/france\/chamonix\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chamonix<\/a> appeal to slightly more advanced skiers as the pistes are steeper and more challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should you consider when choosing a ski resort?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>How difficult are the pistes and how family friendly is it?<\/li><li>How easy is it to get around? (ie is there a ski bus system or do you need a vehicle?)<\/li><li>What kind of apr\u00e8s-ski is on offer?<\/li><li>What kind of snow coverage does the resort get at different times of the season?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/home?s=destinations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">destinations page<\/a> to browse what resorts we operate in, select a resort and then select \u201cclick here\u00a0for piste maps, webcams, how to get there, and more\u201d to view our detailed destination guides. You can also browse through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/category\/destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">destinations archive<\/a> of our blog to see some additional content per area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our blog about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/best-french-ski-slopes-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top ski slopes for beginners<\/a> introduces some of the best resorts for first time skiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should you consider when choosing your accommodation?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right type of accommodation for your group is key. Traditionally, pre-covid, people may have opted to stay in hotels or catered accommodation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, now, many are opting for self-catered accommodation. Self-catered accommodation allows you to enjoy a fantastic holiday on your own terms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of guests enjoy the freedom of being able to tailor their holiday to their group\u2019s wants and needs, but before booking you just need to consider a few things such as what time of year to visit, what kind of facilities suit your family (such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/chalets\/hot-tub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hot tub<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/chalets\/sauna\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sauna<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/chalets\/france\/cool-for-kids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">child-friendly features<\/a>), and so on. Read our post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/how-to-book-a-ski-holiday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to book a ski holiday<\/a> if this is your first time planning this kind of trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you book with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OVO Network<\/a>, there\u2019s the opinion to hold a property for free for 24 hours before you book. This means you have time to share it with the rest of your group and make a collective decision, without the risk of it being booked in the meantime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So what is the winter season in the Alps really like? The answer: it depends on what resort you visit and how you spend your time! If you still need more convincing, take a read of some of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/tag\/ski\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our other skiing-related posts <\/a>for further information.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"block-ovo-cta-button\">\n  <div class=\"wp-block-button\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/search?destination=0\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"wp-block-button__link\">Book a self-catered property in the French Alps<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter in the Alps is a completely magical time. With an abundance of activities, beautiful scenery, and amazing food on offer, it\u2019s no wonder thousands of people flock to the French Alps every year for their holidays. But, if you\u2019re yet to visit, you may be wondering: What is the winter season really like in the Alps? In this article, we\u2019re going to cover the following\u2026 Things to do in the French Alps Where you should stay How to get to and around the resort you\u2019re visiting Read on to see what you can expect when visiting the French Alps in winter\u2026 Activities in the French Alps\u2026 Although there are hundreds of activities on offer, ultimately, the main reason people spend the winter season in the Alps is to ski or snowboard. 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