Skiing in Peisey-Nancroix
Peisey-Nancroix is a commune of authentic Savoyard villages and hamlets in the Ponturin valley, on the Les Arcs side of the Paradiski area in the French Alps. The villages sit roughly between 1,300 and 1,600 metres, surrounded by forest and with the Vanoise National Park as their back garden. A special detail: from Plan Peisey, above the village, the Vanoise Express departs, the cable car linking Les Arcs with La Plagne, so you stay in the middle of an area with hundreds of kilometres of pistes. Recent winters recorded up to 191 centimetres of snow. We list 6 accommodations in Peisey-Nancroix, with prices from 862 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Peisey-Nancroix
Peisey-Nancroix8.3Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Terresens le Quartz
Peisey-Nancroix9.8Paradiski, Frankrijk
Résidence Chalet Les Amis
Peisey-NancroixParadiski, Frankrijk
Chalet Ama Dablam
Peisey-NancroixParadiski, Frankrijk
Chalet Perle des Alpes
Peisey-NancroixParadiski, Frankrijk
Chalet Cairn
Peisey-NancroixParadiski, Frankrijk
Chalet La Tanière de l'Ours
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Skiing from Peisey-Nancroix
From the villages you reach the lifts at Plan Peisey and Vallandry, which take you into the wooded Peisey-Vallandry sector of Les Arcs. This flank is known for its sheltered, flowing pistes among the larches.
From there the whole of Les Arcs opens up, including the high descents of the Aiguille Rouge, and via the Vanoise Express you cross to La Plagne. You combine village peace with one of the largest ski areas in the Alps.
Snow reliability around Peisey
The ski sector above Peisey lies mostly between 1,600 and over 2,000 metres, connecting to the high terrain of Les Arcs. Recent winters recorded up to 191 centimetres of snow in the area.
The forest pistes hold up well in wind and poor visibility, and the altitude of the terrain behind makes a ski week here dependable. In the villages themselves, lower in the valley, snow can be thinner in December and March; the lifts solve that.
The villages and the national park
Peisey-Nancroix consists of several centres: old villages with stone houses and a baroque church, plus the more modern Plan Peisey by the lifts. The atmosphere is village-like and unpretentious throughout, with a handful of restaurants and shops.
The Ponturin valley runs on into the Vanoise National Park and is a beautiful setting for cross-country skiing and winter walking. That mix of real village life and big nature sets this place apart from the purpose-built stations above.
Who Peisey-Nancroix suits
Peisey-Nancroix fits winter guests who want authenticity without giving up ski convenience: families, couples and mixed groups where not everyone skis. Cross-country skiers and walkers have one of the region's loveliest valleys here.
Skiers of every level are served thanks to the link into Les Arcs and La Plagne. If ski-in ski-out ease or nightlife is your priority, the higher Les Arcs stations are a better match.
Practical: getting there and booking
You reach Peisey-Nancroix via Bourg-Saint-Maurice, a short drive away; from the Benelux it is about 10 to 11 hours by car. The train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice with a connecting bus or taxi works well too.
We list 6 accommodations, from 862 euros per person; the selection consists mainly of larger chalets and apartments, which explains the price level. Book early for holiday weeks; January is quiet and at its most beautiful.
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FAQ about Peisey-Nancroix
What does a ski holiday in Peisey-Nancroix cost?
Accommodations in Peisey-Nancroix start from around €1.021 per person; Nivosola compares 5, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Peisey-Nancroix?
Yes. Recent winters in Paradiski reached a maximum snow depth of around 191 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high are the villages of Peisey-Nancroix?
The centres sit roughly between 1,300 and 1,600 metres in the Ponturin valley. The lifts at Plan Peisey and Vallandry take you up to the high terrain of Les Arcs.
Where does the Vanoise Express depart?
The Vanoise Express, the big cable car between Les Arcs and La Plagne, departs from Plan Peisey above the village. That makes Peisey-Nancroix a strategic base for the whole of Paradiski.
Can you cross-country ski and winter walk here?
Yes, the Ponturin valley towards the Vanoise National Park is a renowned cross-country and walking area. It is one of the reasons to stay here rather than in the higher stations.
Which nearby village is an alternative?
Vallandry, right next to Plan Peisey, offers similar access to the area with more ski-in ski-out accommodation. For more village buzz, look at the larger Les Arcs centres.