Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Planning a French Alps ski holiday, but not everyone in your group wants to ski all day?
In this video, we look beyond the slopes at some of the best winter activities in the French Alps — from snowshoeing and dog sledding to spas, scenic walks, mountain restaurants, village experiences and family-friendly non-ski options.
France is one of the best ski destinations in the world, but a great winter holiday is not only about skiing. This guide is especially useful if you are travelling with non-skiers, mixed-ability skiers, children, grandparents or anyone who wants a richer alpine experience.
Top Snow Travel specialises exclusively in luxury ski holidays to France.
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Chapters:
0:00 Beyond Skiing in the French Alps
0:53 Why a France Ski Holiday Can Be More Than Skiing
1:14 Dog Sledding
1:38 Flying Experiences: Paragliding, Zip-Line & Bun J Ride
2:03 Scenic Flights: Helicopter, Hot Air Balloon, Plane & Microlight
2:30 Motorised Snow & Ice Activities
2:56 Quiet Mountain Activities
3:17 Sliding Activities for Families & Teenagers
3:42 Bobsleigh in La Plagne
3:59 Ice Activities: Ice Skating & Ice Diving
4:24 Food & Evening Experiences
4:54 Skills & Challenge Activities
5:22 Choosing the Right Activities for Your Trip
#FrenchAlps #FranceSkiHoliday #TopSnowTravel
Planning a French Alps ski holiday, but not everyone in your group wants to ski all day?
In this video, we look beyond the slopes at some of the best winter activities in the French Alps — from snowshoeing and dog sledding to spas, scenic walks, mountain restaurants, village experiences and family-friendly non-ski options.
France is one of the best ski destinations in the world, but a great winter holiday is not only about skiing. This guide is especially useful if you are travelling with non-skiers, mixed-ability skiers, children, grandparents or anyone who wants a richer alpine experience.
Top Snow Travel specialises exclusively in luxury ski holidays to France.
*Request a Quote* : topsnowtravel.com/request-a-quote/?video=OmczLNWGG7Q
*Book a Planning Session* : topsnowtravel.com/book-planning-session/?video=OmczLNWGG7Q
Chapters:
0:00 Beyond Skiing in the French Alps
0:53 Why a France Ski Holiday Can Be More Than Skiing
1:14 Dog Sledding
1:38 Flying Experiences: Paragliding, Zip-Line & Bun J Ride
2:03 Scenic Flights: Helicopter, Hot Air Balloon, Plane & Microlight
2:30 Motorised Snow & Ice Activities
2:56 Quiet Mountain Activities
3:17 Sliding Activities for Families & Teenagers
3:42 Bobsleigh in La Plagne
3:59 Ice Activities: Ice Skating & Ice Diving
4:24 Food & Evening Experiences
4:54 Skills & Challenge Activities
5:22 Choosing the Right Activities for Your Trip
#FrenchAlps #FranceSkiHoliday #TopSnowTravel






![I Went To La Folie Douce Les Arcs & La Fruitère Restaurant (2024)
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Ever heard of La Folie Douce? Its a cocktail of high quality music performance, excellent dining at their restaurant La Fruitière, impeccable service and a great atmosphere with DJs singers, table dancing and champagne showers.
This week im in Les Arcs, part of the Paradiski, the 3rd largest linked ski area in France (4th in the world) with 260 runs totalling 425km of pure fun and in this video i give you a little tour of La Folie Douce Les Arcs.
La Folie Douce Les Arcs is accessible on foot by the gondola des Villards [FREE for pedestrains] or skiing.
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Ski resort: Les Arcs
Linked Ski area: Paradiski - 3rd Largest linked ski area in France (425km - 260 runs) - Essential Pass/Premium Pas
Local ski area: Les Arcs-Peisey-Vallandry (Classic Pass)
Filming recorded date: 22 January 2024
Venue: La Folie Douce Les Arcs
Accessible on foot by the gondola des Villards [FREE for pedestrains] or skiing.
Getting to Arc 1950 / Arc 2000 by Private Transfer:
From Bourg St Maurice train station: 30min .
From Geneva airport to Les Arcs: 2hrs 20min.
From Lyon airport to Les Arcs: 2hrs 20min.
Contact for general questions: info@topsnowtravel.com
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Timestamps:
Intro: 0:00
La Fruitière Restaurant (Lunch): 0:21
La Folie Douce Les Arcs: 1:06
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