20 Nov. 2020
5 good reasons to stay in Coeur de Tarentaise in Winter
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At an altitude of 1,450 metres, this village-resort exudes authenticity and elegance and enjoys an ideal location at the gateway to Les 3 Vallées, the world’s largest ski area.
Here, the dwellings are clad in stone and wood, narrow streets weave in between chalets bursting with pretty flowers in summer, and old vaulted barns evoke this resort-village’s not-so-distant rural past.
At the heart of the village, discover the Saint-Martin museum, housed in a former farm, revisiting two centuries of this Savoie valley’s history, from the peak of agro-pastoral civilisation to its position as a prime winter tourism destination.
The village is equipped to welcome guests, andis today considered to be an aspirational lifestyle destination, never having lost its traditional soul.
Access : 17 kms from Moûtiers. Head towards “Vallée des Belleville”
Make the most of your stay by enjoying the range of entertainment on offer in the resort: Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing,ride in a snow-groomer followed by a Savoyard aperitif, torch-littrapper snowshoeing evening evening, dog-sledding ride, gondola lift and chair lift ride in search of incredible panoramic views.
Another experience you’ll love:fun, creative DIY workshops for the public, to help you to make original creations, share advice and tips and have an amazing time in great company.
In Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, there’s a wealth of entertainment opportunities on offer: the season is punctuated by concerts, shows, artisanal markets and guided tours. Conviviality and cheer combine to make for magical, unforgettable experiences, the kind you take home with you and still talk about nostalgicallyyears later with a smile on your face.
Don’t miss the summer’s big activities: visit an Alpine pasture, artisanal markets, artisanal beer festival, and the 15th of August festivities with a pilgrimage to Notre-Dame-de-la-Vie followed by an evening of fireworks.
In winter, Belleville’s musical events offer the chance to welcome prestigious ensembles from all over Europe! At Christmas and on New Year’s Eve, the streets fill with people, live music and children’s laughter fills the air, parents rediscover their inner child and have just as much fun as their kids!
At an altitude of 1,500 metres, this is where the Belleville ski area begins: 160km of skiruns, and easy access to the entire Les 3 Vallées ski area from the resort.
Practical informations :
SEVABEL : 04 79 00 62 75
Hikers, horse riders andsnowshoers will be spoilt for choice here: the village is the starting point for a number of hikes along riverbanks, balcony trails, Alpine pastures and through woodland… Over the course of your journey, treat yourself to a gourmet break in a mountain refuge or farm and sample some local specialities.
Voir Les RandonnéesTwo routes suitable for E-mountain bikes are accessible from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville:
“On the banks of the Doron in Belleville Valley”
“In search of the surprising Encombres Valley”
A Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, les ferratistes pourront s'adonner à leur passion sur 2 sites :
La via ferrata du Levassaix
La via ferrata du Cochet
Take the time to discover the old village’s hidden treasures: monuments, communal living spaces where villagers used to enjoy getting together in the olden days…
Take the Heritage Circuit and turn back the clock through 12 stopping points: an exciting immersion in village history in search of ancient traditions, culture and the religious fervour of parishioners, because Saint-Martin-de-Belleville was also one of Savoie’s leadingpilgrimage destinations (wash house, communal bread oven, ND de la Vie Baroque sanctuary…) When night falls, enjoy an unusual torchlit guided tour.
In Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, well-being and comfort are your hosts’ top priorities whatever the budget: hotels, residences, chalets, guest houses…
Maybe you’d like to experience a change of scenery and spend the night in a mountain refuge?Imagine the comforting warmth of a log fire, generous cuisine and platefuls of local specialities, a cosy bed… and not a peep from the outside world while nature sleeps, for the most peaceful, relaxing night.
The village is also renowned for its gourmet restaurants, including La Bouitte, the first Savoyard restaurant to be awarded 3 Michelin stars. From a farm-inn serving local produce straight from the farm to a gastronomic restaurant, it offers endless, delicious temptations !
Discover moreMaison du Tourisme
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
Place de l'église
73440 Les Belleville
+33 (0)4 79 00 20 00
stmartin@st-martin-belleville.com