Precious, preserved, harmonious… in the heart of some of the most reputable ski areas of the Tarentaise area, Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise reveals itself in all its beauty and charm. Far from the frenzy of the bigger resorts, the resort marvels in its natural serenity.
Thanks to : its rich traditional architecture, its listed hamlets, the historical monuments, its column style built chalets, its chapels and all its chalets built in stone, wood and local slate, you will easily be absorbed by the real life mountain atmosphere. Ambling down the narrow alleyways in its surrounding hamlets, you will be able to come across some of the hidden delights waiting for you in the local restaurants.New but traditionally built accommodation provide the foundations for top of the range world transplant games. The Winter World Transplant Games will take place to Sainte Foy from 17 to 22 January 2010. There will be many events such as the cross-country skiing 3km, cross-country skiing 1 hour, slalom, giant slalom, parallel slalom, super giant, biathlon…and an opportunity to discover new activities as telemark, snowshoes, ski-biking, etc.
A destination that can’t be ignored for the lovers of wild off piste skiing, the resort has many runs through the forest and secret off piste areas. Just come to experience the virgin white snow of the Ruitor Glacier and The North Face of The Fogliettaz !
Sainte Foy is also a resort for the whole family with its compact marked ski area. All WWTG participants will be housed in a luxury residence called “Les Fermes de Sainte Foy” situated at the bottom of ski runs, with a Spa & Beauty Centre which is a fantastic place to relax with an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzis and saunas. |
